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Black River Falls, WI
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Black River Falls, WI
At a Glance
How Black River Falls Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Black River Falls's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Black River Falls a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Black River Falls residents earn a median household income of $57,712 , which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,997. The unemployment rate stands at 1.8% (50% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 488 business establishments, including 61 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Black River Falls is $152,300 , 46% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $226,793. Median rent is $718/month, with 27.6% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 94.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1964.
Safety & Crime
Black River Falls reports 145 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 62% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,200/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
21.2% of adults in Black River Falls hold a bachelor's degree or higher (37% below the national average). 97.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Black River Falls has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 270 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 35.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.