Cannon Falls, MN

Minnesota · Goodhue County

Cannon Falls is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 4,216. Residents earn $80,515 per year, which is 7% above the national average.

3.3 /5.0

B Good

4,216 Population 919/sq mi density

$80,515 Median Income $40,437 per capita

$262,100 Home Value $283,927 Zillow

$983 Median Rent 28.9% income on rent

46°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr

25 Violent Crime/100K 1,821 property/100K

Overall

3.3 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

A+

Economy

4.6 / 5.0

$80,515 median income, 0.4% unemployment

A+

Affordability

4.9 / 5.0

$262,100 home value, $983/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

25 violent crimes/100K (94% below avg)

C+

Education

2.8 / 5.0

21.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $80,515

7% higher than US avg

Home Value $262,100

7% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 25/100K

94% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 21.9%

35% lower than US avg

Median Rent $983

15% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 36.0%

12% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.4%

89% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 3.4%

73% lower than US avg

How Cannon Falls Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population4,216

Median Age45.3 yrs

Density919/mi²

Male / Female47% / 53%

Largest GroupWhite 91%

Veterans6.9%

Economy

A+

Median Income$80,515

Per Capita$40,437

Unemployment0.4%

Poverty3.4%

County GDP$3,916M

Commute29 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$262,100

Rent$983

Ownership74.8%

Zillow$283,927

Housing Units1,858

Rent Burden28.9%

Crime

Violent25/100K

Property1,821/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault0/100K

Burglary222/100K

Health

Obesity36.0%

Uninsured8.0%

Smoking15.6%

Depression25.1%

Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)

AQI36 (Good)

Rain32.4 in/yr

Sunny Days270/yr

Elevation778 ft (237 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+21.9%

High School+92.1%

Graduate+7.6%

School Score6.33

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 41%

Commute29 min

Broadband88.7%

EV Stations2

Libraries5

Is Cannon Falls a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cannon Falls receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Cannon Falls offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cannon Falls is $80,515, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.4%. Only 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cannon Falls is $262,100, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $983 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Cannon Falls is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 25 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,821 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

21.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.3/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Cannon Falls experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Cannon Falls has a population of 4,216 with a density of 919 people per square mile, spread across 4.5 square miles. The median age is 45.3 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.8% female and 47.2% male. The city is predominantly White (91.2%), with 1.3% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 99.3% of residents. 6.9% of the population are veterans. 11.3% of residents have a disability. 97.4% have health insurance coverage.

Population

4,216

Total Population

919

People / sq mi

45.3yrs

Median Age

16% above US avg

4.5mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.2%

Female 52.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Cannon Falls vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 99.3%

26% above US avg

Spanish 0.7%

95% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cannon Falls vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cannon Falls is $80,515, which is 7% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $40,437. The average weekly wage is $1,164, 19% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,388 business establishments, including 102 restaurants. The cost of living index is 98.6, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes. 6.5% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Cannon Falls vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$80,515
	7% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$40,437
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,164
IRS Avg AGI	$80,551
Gini Index	0.421 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.4%
	89% below US avg
Poverty Rate	3.4%
	73% below US avg
Establishments (County)	1,388
County GDP	$3,916M

Business (County)

Restaurants	102
Healthcare	158
Retail	173
Manufacturing	92

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,437
	27% above US avg
Cost of Living	98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	1.69%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	28.5 min
Drive Alone	81.8%
Public Transit	0.7%
Work from Home	6.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Cannon Falls is $262,100, 7% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $283,927. Homes sell for 98.2% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $983 (15% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $899 for a one-bedroom to $1,125 for a two-bedroom apartment. 74.8% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,858 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1976. The average annual property tax is $4,437 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 28.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.3x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$262,100
	7% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$283,927
Median List Price	$397,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$397,450
$/Sq Ft	$261
Homes Sold	3
Sale-to-List Ratio	98.2%
Price Drops	18.2%
Inventory	11

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$983
	15% below US avg
Rent Burden	28.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$809
1 Bedroom	$899
2 Bedrooms	$1,125
3 Bedrooms	$1,483
4 Bedrooms	$1,698

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	74.8%
Owner-Occupied	74.8%
Renter-Occupied	25.2%
Housing Units	1,858
Median Year Built	1976

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,437
	27% above US avg
Effective Rate	1.69%

In Cannon Falls, 36.0% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 8.5% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 5.1% of residents. 28.7% have high blood pressure. 15.6% are current smokers. 21.0% report binge drinking. 24.1% are physically inactive. 25.1% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 17.5% experience frequent mental distress. 8.0% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,230. The dentist ratio is 1:2,001. 84.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 9.2 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Cannon Falls vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	36.0%
	12% above US avg
Diabetes	8.5%
Heart Disease	5.1%
High Blood Pressure	28.7%
Asthma	10.4%
COPD	5.4%
Cancer	7.3%
Stroke	2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	15.6%
	11% above US avg
Binge Drinking	21.0%
Physical Inactivity	24.1%
Depression	25.1%
Mental Distress	17.5%
Physical Distress	11.7%
Short Sleep	34.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	97.4%
Uninsured	8.0%
	7% below US avg
Primary Care	1:1,230
Dentists	1:2,001
Mental Health	1:739
Checkup Rate	70.9%
Dental Visits	65.9%
Premature Death	6,296/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	9.2/10
Exercise Access	84.2%
Healthcare Facilities	158

Cannon Falls has a violent crime rate of 25 per 100,000 residents, 94% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 0.0 per 100,000, robbery at 24.6, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 1,821 per 100,000, 7% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,526, burglary at 222, vehicle theft at 74 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 5 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Cannon Falls receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Cannon Falls vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	24.6/100K
	94% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	0.0/100K
Robbery	24.6/100K
Assault	0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	1,821.3/100K
	7% below US avg
Burglary	221.5/100K
Theft	1,526.0/100K
Vehicle Theft	73.8/100K
Arson	0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	5
Traffic Accidents	605
Avg Accident Severity	2.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Cannon Falls experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 270 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 32.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36. The city sits at an elevation of 778 feet.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-10°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)

Annual Average	45.5°F
	16% below US avg
January Average	15°F (-10°C)
July Average	72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days	270 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	778 ft (237 m)
Area	4.5 sq mi (11.5 km²)
Population Density	919/sq mi
Coordinates	44.5173°N, 92.8893°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Goodhue County County
Nearest Airport	Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain (MSP) 30 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 32.4"

15% below US avg

Wettest Month (Jul) 4.09"

Driest Month (Feb) 0.75"

Air Quality

AQI Median	36.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0459 ppm

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Low
Risk Score	43.3 / 100
Social Vulnerability	10.6 / 100
Community Resilience	99.1 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Moderate
Earthquake	Very Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Low
Hail	Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind	Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave	Very Low
Winter Weather	Relatively Low
Lightning	Relatively Low
Ice Storm	Relatively Low
Drought	Relatively Low
Cold Wave	Relatively Low
Landslide	Relatively Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M2.8. Most recent: M2.8 on Apr 25, 2017.

Apr 25, 2017	Near Mankato, Minnesota	M2.8	96 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

529 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 64 fatalities, 1,253 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Jun 4, 1958	EF5	61 km	21
Jul 3, 1983	EF4	85 km	0
Apr 30, 1967	EF4	94 km	6
May 6, 1965	EF4	74 km	3
May 6, 1965	EF4	63 km	0
May 6, 1965	EF4	65 km	3
May 6, 1965	EF4	64 km	6
Sep 16, 1962	EF4	70 km	0
May 16, 2017	EF3	100 km	1
Jun 17, 2010	EF3	89 km	0
Jun 17, 2010	EF3	100 km	0
Jun 17, 2010	EF3	76 km	0
May 25, 2008	EF3	75 km	1
May 15, 1998	EF3	84 km	0
Mar 29, 1998	EF3	87 km	0
Jul 27, 1987	EF3	15 km	0
Jul 23, 1987	EF3	84 km	0
Apr 26, 1984	EF3	62 km	1
Jun 14, 1981	EF3	45 km	1
Jul 30, 1977	EF3	90 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

7 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (2,904 ac, 2009).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2009	UNNAMED	2,904	85 km
2024	SNAKE TRAIL	1,496	63 km
2007	BEAVER CUTOFF	982	82 km
2004	EAGAN	925	44 km
1990	UNNAMED	598	39 km
1995	LV 68 CARVER	532	62 km
1990	UNNAMED	513	43 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	15°F (-10°C)	0.9 in	Coldest
February	19°F (-7°C)	0.8 in	Driest
March	31°F (-0°C)	1.8 in
April	46°F (8°C)	2.8 in
May	59°F (15°C)	3.7 in
June	68°F (20°C)	4.1 in
July	72°F (22°C)	4.1 in	Warmest, Wettest
August	69°F (21°C)	3.9 in
September	60°F (16°C)	3.4 in
October	49°F (9°C)	2.3 in
November	32°F (0°C)	1.8 in
December	18°F (-8°C)	1.0 in

Cannon Falls has a seasonal temperature swing of 58°F / from 15°F in January to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (0.8").

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Cannon Falls is located in Goodhue County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 21.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 35% below the national average of 33.7%. 92.1% have completed high school. 7.6% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 6.3 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 57.3% of the vote, a 16.5-point margin. 88.7% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 2 EV charging stations. There are 5 public libraries serving the community. 158 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 81.8% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.3%

D 40.8%

Winner: Republican by 16.5 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	5
Traffic Accidents	605
Avg Accident Severity	2.0 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	21.9%
	35% below US avg
High School+	92.1%
Graduate Degree+	7.6%
School Test Score	6.33

C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 6	Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density	919/sq mi
Total Area	4.5 sq mi
County	Goodhue County County

Services

Broadband Access	88.7%
Avg Download Speed	163.3 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	101.7 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	2
Alt Fuel Stations	4
Public Libraries	5
Healthcare Facilities	158
Restaurants	102
Retail Stores	173

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	28.5 min
Drive Alone	81.8%
Public Transit	0.7%
Work from Home	6.5%

Average costs for common services in Cannon Falls. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$247 ($148–$394)
Specialist Visit	$345 ($197–$542)
Urgent Care Visit	$197 ($99–$345)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,169 ($789–$4,930)
Dental Cleaning	$128 ($74–$197)
Dental Filling	$247 ($148–$394)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$44 ($25–$74)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$74 ($49–$118)
Brake Pad Replacement	$296 ($148–$493)
Tire Rotation	$39 ($20–$74)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$592 ($394–$986)
Battery Replacement	$197 ($99–$345)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$99 ($59–$148)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$89 ($49–$138)
HVAC Repair	$394 ($148–$789)
HVAC System Install	$6,902 ($3,944–$11,832)
Roof Repair	$986 ($394–$1,972)
Roof Replacement	$8,874 ($5,423–$14,790)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,479 ($493–$3,451)
Divorce (Contested)	$14,790 ($4,930–$29,580)
DUI Defense	$4,930 ($1,972–$9,860)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,479 ($789–$2,958)
Will Preparation	$493 ($197–$986)
Trust Preparation	$2,465 ($986–$4,930)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$25 ($15–$44)
Women's Haircut	$54 ($30–$99)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$148 ($74–$247)
Manicure	$25 ($15–$44)
Pedicure	$39 ($25–$64)
Massage (1 Hour)	$79 ($49–$128)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$4.04 ($2.96–$5.42)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.45 ($2.47–$4.93)
Loaf of Bread	$3.75 ($2.47–$5.42)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.44 ($2.96–$6.41)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.42 ($3.94–$7.40)
Rice (per lb)	$0.99 ($0.59–$1.77)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$138 ($79–$247)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$69 ($30–$148)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$69 ($39–$118)
Internet (Monthly)	$69 ($39–$99)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$64 ($30–$99)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$84 ($49–$148)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$197 ($74–$493)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,972 ($1,183–$3,451)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$69 ($30–$128)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$15 ($7.89–$25)
Car Registration (Annual)	$99 ($30–$247)
Driver's License Renewal	$30 ($15–$74)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,183 ($592–$2,465)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$986 ($493–$1,972)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$394 ($197–$690)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$49 ($25–$99)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$986 ($394–$2,465)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$12,325 ($4,930–$29,580)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$59 ($30–$99)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$99 ($49–$197)
Dog Grooming	$59 ($30–$99)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$39 ($20–$74)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$296 ($148–$493)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$197 ($99–$394)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$1,070
Toddler	$945
Preschool	$891
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$765
Toddler	$650
Preschool	$664

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Goodhue County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Manufacturing	4,647	99	$70,052	2.65
Health Care & Social Assistance	2,750	166	$59,657	0.90
Retail Trade	2,133	171	$36,241	1.00
Accommodation & Food Services	1,869	104	$22,719	0.96
Construction	852	149	$78,711	0.76
Wholesale Trade	728	50	$80,035	0.86
Other Services	635	130	$39,299	0.99
Administrative & Waste Services	462	62	$61,583	0.37
Professional & Technical Services	397	82	$67,204	0.27
Finance & Insurance	336	74	$73,010	0.39
Arts & Entertainment	282	28	$20,226	0.79
Management of Companies	172	9	$85,593	0.48
Educational Services	104	15	$27,941	0.24
Real Estate	89	33	$46,986	0.27
Information & Technology	87	18	$60,414	0.22

Hospitals in Cannon Falls

Hospital	Type	CMS Rating	Emergency	Phone
MAYO CLINIC HEALTH SYSTEM - CANNON FALLS	Critical Access Hospitals	—	Yes	(507) 263-6000

Schools in Cannon Falls

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Cannon Falls Secondary	High	589	37	15.9:1
CANNON FALLS ELEMENTARY	Elementary	466	38	12.3:1

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Radio Stations near Cannon Falls

24 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
Radio K - Real College Radio (KUOM)	"radio k", college radio	MP3 256 kbps
AM 950 The Progressive Voice of Minnesota	—	AAC+ 32 kbps
MPR Classical Piano	classical piano	MP3 128 kbps
MPR Classical 24/7	classical baroque, classical music	MP3 128 kbps
Jazz 88 Minneapolis KBEM	jazz, traffic	AAC 95 kbps
Twin Cities News Talk	news, talk	AAC
Cities 97.1	adult album alternative, hot adult contemporary	AAC
YourClassical Concert Band	brass, yourclassical	AAC+ 48 kbps
KMOJ-HD2 The Ice	minneapolis, urban contemporary	AAC 64 kbps
b3cks-radio	beats, chillhop	MP3 192 kbps
Radio K	campus, college	MP3 256 kbps
KFAN FM Sports	sports	AAC
Carbon Sound	afrobeats, electronica	MP3 128 kbps
The Current - 89.3 KCMP Minnesota Public Radio	minneapolis, minnesota public radio	AAC+ 48 kbps
91.7 WMCN	college radio	MP3 128 kbps
KFXN 100.3	sports	AAC
Radio Rey 630 AM	regional mexican	AAC+ 32 kbps
KFAI	community, fresh air	MP3 192 kbps
OCABS Radio	christian orthodox, christian preaching	MP3 64 kbps
KSJN	—	MP3 128 kbps
Kool 108	the best of 80's, the best of 90's	AAC 24 kbps
AM 1280 The Patriot	news, talk	AAC+ 48 kbps
Jazz88.FM	—	AAC 95 kbps
98.5 KTIS	christian contemporary	MP3 96 kbps

National Parks Near Cannon Falls

24 national parks and monuments found near Cannon Falls.

Park	Type	Fee
Afton State Park	State Park	Free
Carley State Park	State Park	Free
Cattail State Trail	State Park	Free
Forestville Mystery Cave State Park	State Park	Free
Fort Snelling State Park	State Park	Free
Frontenac State Park	State Park	Free
Gateway State Trail	State Park	Free
Interstate Park-Iansr	State Park	Free
Interstate State Park	State Park	Free
Kinnickinnic State Park	State Park	Free
Lake Louise State Park	State Park	Free
Luce Line Trail	State Park	Free
Mississippi National River & Recreation Area	National River & Recreation Area	Free
Moon Lake Park	State Park	Free
Myre-Big Island State Park	State Park	Free
Nerstrand Big Woods State Park	State Park	Free
Off-Leash Dog	State Park	Free
Red Cedar State Trail	State Park	Free
Rice Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Sakatah Lake State Park	State Park	Free
State Capitol Ground	State Park	Free
Stower Seven Lakes State Trail	State Park	Free
William O'Brien State Park	State Park	Free
Willow River State Park	State Park	Free

Historical Trends — Cannon Falls

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	4,059	$46,328
2015	4,054	$43,092
2017	4,061	$56,037
2019	4,051	$65,943
2021	4,237	$68,317
2023	4,206	$80,515

Museums in Cannon Falls

Name	Type	Address	Phone
CANNON FALLS AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	206 W MILL ST	5072634080
KENYON AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
MILITARY VEHICLE AND ARMS MUSEUM OF MINNESOTA	GENERAL MUSEUM		7756717500
RANDOLPH AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
ROSEMOUNT VETERANS MEMORIAL WALK	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	14450 SOUTH ROBERT TRAIL	6513535411
SOUTHERN MINNESOTA WARBIRDS OF AMERICA	GENERAL MUSEUM
VALLEY GROVE PRESERVATION SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
VASA MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		6512584281
WELCOME & HERITAGE CENTER	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	233 BROAD ST N	7152623284
ZUMBROTA AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5077327333

Libraries in Cannon Falls

Name	Address	Annual Visits
ZUMBROTA PUBLIC LIBRARY	100 WEST AVE	54,353
PRESCOTT PUBLIC LIBRARY	800 BORNER ST. N.	36,803
CANNON FALLS LIBRARY	306 W. MILL ST.	34,997
KENYON PUBLIC LIBRARY	709 2ND STREET	11,838
STANTON PUBLIC LIBRARY	501 ELLIOTT ST SUITE A	4,751

Hotels in Cannon Falls

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

GrandStay Hotel & Suites

Restaurants in Cannon Falls

9 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Brewster's Bar & Grill

Cannon Golf Club

Chuggers Bar & Grill

Dudley's Pizza

Falls Landing

Great China

Mill Street Tavern

Nick's Downtown Diner

Rancho Loco Grill & Bar

Cafes in Cannon Falls

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cannon Belles Coffee and Ice Cream

Monuments in Cannon Falls

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

William Colvill State Monument

Dentists in Cannon Falls

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Weber Family Dentistry

Gas Stations in Cannon Falls

5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Avalon Express

Casey's

Cenex

Speedway (Auto)

Speedway (Truck)

Banks in Cannon Falls

3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Community Resource Bank

First Farmers & Merchants Bank

Merchants Bank

Shopping Malls in Cannon Falls

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cannon Mall

Golf Courses in Cannon Falls

2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cannon Golf Club

Hole 2

Nursing Homes in Cannon Falls

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility	Ownership	Beds	Residents	Overall	Health	Staffing	Quality	Phone
THE GARDENS AT CANNON FALLS 300 NORTH DOW STREET	For profit - Partnership	74	62	1/5	—	2/5	1/5	5072634658

Pharmacies in Cannon Falls

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
SCOFIELD DRUG AND GIFT	108 NORTH 4TH STREET	507-263-2881

EV Charging Stations in Cannon Falls

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	DC Fast	Connectors	Access
Cannon Falls Public Parking Lot	621 Main St W	ZEFNET	2	1	CHADEMO J1772 J1772COMBO	public
GrandStay Hotel & Suites Cannon Falls - Tesla Destination	32027 Alexander Ct	Tesla Destination	3		J1772 TESLA	public

Cell Towers in Cannon Falls

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
1.7 MI E OF HWY 52 1.2 MI S OF CR 9	TOWER	131
1.7 MI E OF HWY 52 1.2 MI S OF CR 9	TOWER	131
HAMPTON 1.1 MILES SOUTH OF SR - 50 0.1 MILE WEST OF US -52	TOWER	55

Fire Stations in Cannon Falls

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Miesville Volunteer Fire Department	14221 240th ST E	Volunteer			651-437-6228

Power Plants Near Cannon Falls

Name	Type	Primary Fuel	Capacity (MW)	Status
CANNON FALLS ENERGY CENTER	NATURAL GAS FIRED COMBUSTION TURBINE	221112	-92.9	OP
BYLLESBY	CONVENTIONAL HYDROELECTRIC	221111	-92.9	OP

Bridges in Cannon Falls

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Culvert	Concrete	2023	30	21,379	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1964	335	11,726	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1964	335	11,726	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2017	154	10,690	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2017	154	10,690	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2001	160	7,300	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1995	114	6,900	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1995	292	6,900	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2009	186	6,100	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2014	230	4,000	F
Culvert	Concrete	1931	20	2,219	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2016	265	2,118	G
Culvert	Concrete	1944	27	1,967	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1964	196	1,893	F
Culvert	Concrete	1930	44	1,893	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1993	78	1,100	G
Culvert	Concrete	1925	26	930	F
Culvert	Concrete	1900	22	810	F
Slab	Wood or Timber	1979	84	810	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1986	88	760	F
Culvert	Concrete	1984	34	600	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1983	190	600	G
Culvert	Concrete	1984	38	600	G
Culvert	Concrete	1984	37	600	G
Culvert	Concrete	2014	39	580	G
Culvert	Concrete	1972	44	465	F
Culvert	Concrete	1972	23	360	F
Culvert	Concrete	1972	35	360	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1978	199	300	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1978	146	160	F
Truss (Thru)	Steel	1909	183	150	F
Culvert	Concrete	2020	28	148	G
Slab	Wood or Timber	1959	26	75	F
Culvert	Concrete	2005	25	54	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	1989	114	36	F
Channel Beam	Prestressed concrete	1968	94	24	F
Culvert	Concrete	1987	30	10	G

Superfund Sites Near Cannon Falls

2 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
FLINT HILLS RESOURCES PINE BEND, LLC	12555 CLARK ROAD	DAKOTA
FLINT HILLS RESOURCES PINE BEND, LLC	12555 CLARK ROAD	DAKOTA

Airports Near Cannon Falls

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field	MSP	Large Airport
New Richmond Regional Airport	RNH	Medium Airport
Rochester International Airport	RST	Medium Airport
Saint Paul Downtown Holman Field	STP	Medium Airport
Airlake Airport	—	Small Airport
Airwolfe Airport	—	Small Airport
Anoka County-Blaine (Janes Field) Airport	—	Small Airport
Backstrom Airport	—	Small Airport
Baldwin Airport	—	Small Airport
Beer Airport	—	Small Airport
Benson Airport	—	Small Airport
Christison Airport	—	Small Airport
Cooks Landing Airport	—	Small Airport
Crystal Airport	MIC	Small Airport
Cub Bear Airport	—	Small Airport
Danielson Field Airport	—	Small Airport
Demmers Field	—	Small Airport
Dodge Center Airport	—	Small Airport
Edberg Airport	—	Small Airport
Eyota Airport	—	Small Airport
Faribault Municipal Airport-Liz Wall Strohfus Field	FBL	Small Airport
Flying A Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying Cloud Airport	FCM	Small Airport
Flyplassen Airport	—	Small Airport
Forest Lake Airport	—	Small Airport
Frontenac Airport	—	Small Airport
Hall Airport	—	Small Airport
Hexum Flight Park Ultralightport	—	Small Airport
Jennrich Field	—	Small Airport
Kral's Personal Use Landing Field	—	Small Airport
Kruger Aviation Ultralight Flightpark	—	Small Airport
Lake Elmo Airport	—	Small Airport
Lino Air Park	—	Small Airport
Nielsen's Airport	—	Small Airport
Nietz Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Ottman Landing Airport	—	Small Airport
Owatonna Degner Regional Airport	OWA	Small Airport
Radke Airport	—	Small Airport
Red Wing Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
Ries Farms Runway	—	Small Airport
Rush River Airport	—	Small Airport
Rusmar Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Scrabeck Airport	—	Small Airport
Sevcik Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Sky Harbor Residential Airpark	—	Small Airport
Sky Meadow Airport	—	Small Airport
Sky Park Airport	—	Small Airport
Smith Field	—	Small Airport
Sodbuster Strip	—	Small Airport
South St Paul Municipal Airport/Richard E Fleming Field	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Cannon Falls

7 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
Cannon Falls Police Department
Dakota County Sheriff Office
Hastings Police Department
Kenyon Police Department
Rosemount Police	14041 Biscayne Avenue
Wanamingo Police Department
Zumbrota Police Department

Grocery Stores in Cannon Falls

4 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
CASEY'S 3265	Convenience Store	1125 Main St W
Family Dollar 2616	Other	31265 County Rd 24
Family Fare 348	Super Store	425 Main St W
Speedway Cannon Falls 4771	Convenience Store	1103 4th St S

Treatment Centers in Cannon Falls

2 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Cochran Recovery Services	Substance Abuse	612-767-0309
Valley View Recovery Center	Substance Abuse	507-601-5006

DOL Wage Violations in Cannon Falls

7 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $299,494 in back wages owed to 133 employees.

Violations

$299,494

Back Wages Owed

133

Employees Owed

Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.

Employer	Severity	Parent Company	ZIP	Industry	Cases	Back Wages	Per Employee	Employees
Rancho Loco Mexican Grill & Bar	SIGNIFICANT	—	55009	—	1	$217,138	$12,063	18
The Gardens at Cannon Falls	—	—	55009	—	1	$42,653	$618	69
The View	—	—	55009	—	1	$27,281	$1,516	18
The Learning Tree Daycare Center	—	—	55009	—	1	$4,362	$291	15
Indy Specialty	—	—	55009	—	1	$3,954	$1,318	3
Infinity Plastics	—	—	55009	—	1	$2,307	$2,307	1
100420 - CANNON POWER SPORTS INC [OSHA]	—	—	55009	Recreational Vehicle Dealers	1	$1,799	$200	9

Churches & Religious Organizations in Cannon Falls

10 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
CANNON COMMUNITY CHURCH	PO BOX 454
CHURCH OF THE REDEEMER	123 3RD ST N
COMMUNITY CHURCHES INTERACTION COUNCIL	511 BELLE ST W
FIRST ENGLISH LUTHERAN CHURCH	511 BELLE ST W
LIFE CHURCH	31722 WILLOW TRL
RIVERWOOD COMMUNITY CHURCH	5343 HIGHWAY 19 BLVD
SPRING GARDEN LUTHERAN CHURCH	PO BOX 237
ST ANSGARS LUTHERAN CHURCH	7459 HIGHWAY 19 BLVD
ST PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH	30289 59TH AVENUE WAY
URLAND LUTHERAN CHURCH	6940 COUNTY 9 BLVD

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Frequently Asked Questions About Cannon Falls

What is the population of Cannon Falls?

Cannon Falls has a population of 4,216 residents and is located in Minnesota. The population density is 919 people per square mile, spread across 4.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 45.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.8% female and 47.2% male.

Is Cannon Falls expensive to live in?

Cannon Falls has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 98.6 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $80,515, 7% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $262,100 (7% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $983 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Cannon Falls safe?

Cannon Falls is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 25 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,821 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Cannon Falls receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Cannon Falls?

Cannon Falls has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 15°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 270 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 36.

How is the job market in Cannon Falls?

The job market in Cannon Falls is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,164. There are 1,388 business establishments in the area, including 102 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 29 minutes, and 6.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Cannon Falls?

The median home value in Cannon Falls is $262,100. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $283,927. For renters, the median monthly rent is $983. Fair market rent is $899 for a 1-bedroom and $1,125 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 74.8%. The average annual property tax is $4,437.

How are the schools in Cannon Falls?

Schools in Cannon Falls score 6.3 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 21.9% of adults in Cannon Falls hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.1% have completed high school. 7.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Cannon Falls?

The obesity rate in Cannon Falls is 36.0% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 15.6% of adults are smokers. 24.1% are physically inactive. 25.1% of residents report depression. 8.0% lack health insurance. 84.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,230.

What is transportation like in Cannon Falls?

The average commute in Cannon Falls is 29 minutes. 81.8% of workers drive alone to work, and 6.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Cannon Falls?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Cannon Falls is 91.2% White, 1.3% Hispanic or Latino. 99.3% of residents speak only English at home. 6.9% of the population are military veterans. 11.3% of residents have a disability. 97.4% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Northfield, MN 20,678 pop · 14.5 mi Red Wing, MN 16,660 pop · 14.7 mi Hastings, MN 22,050 pop · 14.9 mi Goodhue, MN 1,261 pop · 15.4 mi Wanamingo, MN 1,185 pop · 15.7 mi Dundas, MN 1,882 pop · 16.7 mi Farmington, MN 23,675 pop · 16.9 mi Prescott, WI 4,376 pop · 17.0 mi Kenyon, MN 1,811 pop · 17.6 mi Rosemount, MN 26,509 pop · 18.1 mi Zumbrota, MN 3,843 pop · 18.7 mi Cottage Grove, MN 40,124 pop · 20.5 mi Lakeville, MN 72,480 pop · 20.9 mi Apple Valley, MN 55,696 pop · 21.9 mi

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