Pelican Rapids city, Minnesota
Pelican Rapids city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Pelican Rapids city is a geographic entity located in Otter Tail County, Minnesota. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,608. The land area covers 2.58 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 2,608 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 38.6 yrs | ±4.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 931 | ±121 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 1,042 | ±127 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 931 | ±121 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 111 | ±74 |
| Median Home Value | $174,100 | ±$24,315 |
| Median Gross Rent | Suppressed | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $63,917 | ±$15,419 |
| Per Capita Income | $27,494 | ±$5,213 |
| Poverty Rate | 16.6% | ±6.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 419 | ±158 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.5% | ±4.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,085 | ±122 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 85.9% | ±5.5% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 2,594 (2024)
ID: 208492
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Municipal | Official Local Government |
Contact: CITY ADMINISTRATOR
PO BOX 350, PELICAN RAPIDS MN 56572-0350
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GUS Population: 60,884 (2024)
ID: 167374
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY AUDITOR
510 W FIR AVE, FERGUS FALLS MN 56537-1364
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Education
Listing 6 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | 07-08 | PELICAN RAPIDS, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | PELICAN RAPIDS, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | PELICAN RAPIDS, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | ROTHSAY, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | ROTHSAY, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | PELICAN RAPIDS, MN |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 8 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Minnesota State Community and Technical College
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College | 19.4 mi away | 1414 College Way, Fergus Falls, MN, 56537-1000 |
2187361500
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PELICAN RAPIDS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 0.1 mi away | 25 WEST MILL AVENUE, PELICAN RAPIDS, MN, 56572 |
(218) 863-7055
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BARNESVILLE LIBRARY
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Library | 16.9 mi away | 104 N FRONT ST, BARNESVILLE, MN, 56514 |
(218) 354-2301
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VIKING LIBRARY SYSTEM BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 18.4 mi away | 1915 FIR AVENUE WEST, FERGUS FALLS, MN, 56537 |
(218) 793-5286
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FERGUS FALLS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.1 mi away | 205 EAST HAMPDEN AVE, FERGUS FALLS, MN, 56537 |
(218) 739-9387
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DETROIT LAKES LIBRARY
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Library | 20.4 mi away | 1000 WASHINGTON AVE, DETROIT LAKES, MN, 56501 |
(218) 847-2168
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HAWLEY LIBRARY
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Library | 24.1 mi away | 422 HARTFORD ST, HAWLEY, MN, 56549 |
(218) 483-4549
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PERHAM AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 24.6 mi away | 225 2ND AV NE, PERHAM, MN, 56573 |
(218) 346-4892
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at ROTHSAY, MN US, located 11.4 miles from Pelican Rapids city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 18.2° | -0.9° | 8.7° | 0.75" | 11.4" |
| February | 23.0° | 2.6° | 12.8° | 0.63" | 7.7" |
| March | 36.3° | 17.2° | 26.8° | 1.08" | 7.2" |
| April | 52.7° | 31.3° | 42.0° | 2.06" | 4.1" |
| May | 66.9° | 45.2° | 56.1° | 3.27" | 0.0" |
| June | 75.8° | 56.4° | 66.1° | 3.93" | 0.0" |
| July | 80.0° | 60.0° | 70.0° | 3.43" | 0.0" |
| August | 78.4° | 58.1° | 68.3° | 2.72" | 0.0" |
| September | 70.3° | 48.8° | 59.5° | 2.75" | 0.0" |
| October | 54.7° | 35.0° | 44.8° | 2.34" | 1.6" |
| November | 38.0° | 20.9° | 29.4° | 0.92" | 6.9" |
| December | 24.1° | 7.1° | 15.6° | 0.89" | 10.7" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pelican Rapids city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Erhard city | City | 6.1 mi | — |
| Rothsay city | City | 11.6 mi | — |
| Elizabeth city | City | 13.3 mi | — |
| Vergas city | City | 14.5 mi | — |
| Barnesville city | City | 16.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2711150164. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.