Median Income
$51,094
32% lower than US avg
Home Value
$275,400
2% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
14.7%
56% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,067
8% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.0%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment
7.5%
108% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
13.0%
5% higher than US avg
How Falls City Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,222
Median Age36.0 yrs
Density1,018/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Economy
C+
Median Income$51,094
Per Capita$24,595
Unemployment7.5%
Poverty13.0%
County GDP$3,143M
Commute32 min
Housing
B+
Home Value$275,400
Rent$1,067
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$343,300
Health
Obesity35.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.1%
Heart Disease6.4%
Climate
Avg Temp51°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain81.2 in/yr
Elevation381 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+14.7%
High School+80.9%
School Score5.14
Community
2024 VoteR 50% / D 47%
Commute32 min
EV Stations1
Libraries4
Is Falls City a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Falls City receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Falls City has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Falls City is $51,094, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 13.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Falls City is $275,400, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,067 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 5.4x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Education
14.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Falls City experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 81.2 inches, including 9.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Falls City has a population of 1,222 with a density of 1,018 people per square mile. The median age is 36.0 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.1%), with 5.7% Hispanic.
Population
36.0yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Falls City vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 94.7% |
| 21% above US avg |
| Spanish | 5.3% |
| 60% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Falls City vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Falls City is $51,094, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
Income: Falls City vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $51,094 |
| 32% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $24,595 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,005 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $76,434 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 7.5% |
| 108% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 13.0% |
| 5% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,330 |
| County GDP | $3,143M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 154 |
| Healthcare | 232 |
| Retail | 138 |
| Manufacturing | 69 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,634 |
| 32% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.68% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 32.2 min |
| Work from Home | 6.7% |
The median home value in Falls City is $275,400, 2% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,067 (8% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $343,300.
Home Values
| Census Median | $275,400 |
| 2% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $343,300 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,067 |
| 8% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,051 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,143 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,425 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,963 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,318 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,634 |
| 32% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.68% |
In Falls City, 35.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.1% report depression. 22.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Falls City vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.0% |
| 9% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.4% |
| Heart Disease | 6.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.5% |
| Asthma | 13.6% |
| COPD | 8.0% |
| Stroke | 3.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.0% |
| Depression | 30.1% |
| Mental Distress | 20.9% |
| Physical Distress | 15.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 93.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 68.2% |
| Premature Death | 6,465/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 86.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 232 |
Crime Rates: Falls City vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
Safety Score
Falls City has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 81.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Temperature
39°F Jan (4°C)
65°F Jul (18°C)
| Annual Average | 50.9°F |
| 6% below US avg |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 81.2 inches |
| 114% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 9.6 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 381 ft (116 m) |
| Area | 1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,018/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.8648°N, 123.4376°W |
| County FIPS | 41053 |