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Pelican Rapids
City in Minnesota, United States
Overview
Pelican Rapids is a charming small town in west-central Minnesota known for its scenic river, close-knit community, and as a gateway to local lakes and outdoor recreation. The city features iconic landmarks, like the giant Pelican Pete statue, and a blend of historic and natural attractions.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United States
State
Minnesota
Population
2,577
Time Zone
America/Chicago
Coordinates
46.57°, -96.08°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
78
Female Safety
70
LGBTQ+ Safety
60
Traffic Safety
85
Food Safety
95
Monthly Cost
$1,604
Local Cost
$1,105
Local Income
$2,600
Cashless
75
English
100
Temperature
5.9°C
Summer Avg
21.0°C
Winter Avg
-10.5°C
Record High
42.0°C
Record Low
-44.3°C
Humidity
74%
Precipitation
646 mm
Internet Speed
61 Mbps
Upload
19 Mbps
Latency
21 ms
City Vibrancy
4
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
4
Transport
11
Walk Score
11
Footways
21.0
Airport
DTL
Distance
32 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 1 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-07.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 70/100.
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