Parkers Prairie, Minnesota facts for kids
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Parkers Prairie
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Location of Parkers Prairie
within Otter Tail County, Minnesota |
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| Country | United States |
| State | Minnesota |
| County | Otter Tail |
| Founded | 1880 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.25 sq mi (3.24 km2) |
| • Land | 1.25 sq mi (3.23 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.02 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,467 ft (447 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,020 |
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1,009 |
| • Density | 819.28/sq mi (316.24/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
56361
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| Area code(s) | 218 |
| FIPS code | 27-49732 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2396151 |
Parkers Prairie is a small city located in Otter Tail County, Minnesota, in the United States. In 2020, about 1,020 people lived there. It's a friendly community with a mix of history and modern life.
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History of Parkers Prairie
Parkers Prairie was first planned out in 1880. This was about ten years after the area, known as Parkers Prairie Township, got its name. The city officially became a city in 1903.
Where is Parkers Prairie? (Geography)
Parkers Prairie is a small city covering about 1.23 square miles (3.2 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a very small amount of water.
The main roads that help people get around Parkers Prairie are Minnesota State Highway 29 and Otter Tail County Road 38. These roads connect the city to other places nearby.
Who Lives in Parkers Prairie? (Demographics)
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 383 | — | |
| 1920 | 570 | 48.8% | |
| 1930 | 631 | 10.7% | |
| 1940 | 781 | 23.8% | |
| 1950 | 900 | 15.2% | |
| 1960 | 884 | −1.8% | |
| 1970 | 882 | −0.2% | |
| 1980 | 917 | 4.0% | |
| 1990 | 956 | 4.3% | |
| 2000 | 991 | 3.7% | |
| 2010 | 1,011 | 2.0% | |
| 2020 | 1,020 | 0.9% | |
| 2021 (est.) | 1,009 | −0.2% | |
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In 2010, the city had 1,011 people living in 428 homes. About 248 of these were families. The city's population density was about 828.7 people per square mile.
Most people living in Parkers Prairie are White (99.2%). A small number of residents are African American, Native American, or from other backgrounds.
The average age of people in Parkers Prairie in 2010 was 46.6 years old. About 24% of the residents were under 18 years old. Also, 30.3% of the people were 65 years or older.
What Does Parkers Prairie Do? (Industry)
Parkers Prairie has different types of businesses. Some companies make machine parts. Others process crops grown in the area.
A special company called AbbeyMoor Medical has its main office and factory in Parkers Prairie. This company makes high-tech medical devices. One of their products is called The Spanner, which is a prostatic stent.
Famous People from Parkers Prairie
Parkers Prairie has been home to some notable people:
- Duane Hanson – A famous sculptor who created realistic human figures.
- Donald M. Hultstrand – He became a Bishop in Springfield, Illinois.
- Hugo Magnuson – A well-known grocer.
- Karen Nyberg – A real NASA astronaut who has traveled to space!
See also
In Spanish: Parkers Prairie para niños
