Median Income
$53,523
29% lower than US avg
Home Value
$64,200
77% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
16.8%
50% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
40.8%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment
5.6%
56% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
14.1%
14% higher than US avg
How Island Falls Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population343
Median Age52.8 yrs
Density272/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Economy
B
Median Income$53,523
Per Capita$28,413
Unemployment5.6%
Poverty14.1%
County GDP$3,670M
Commute21 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$64,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$148,253
Health
Obesity40.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.0%
Heart Disease6.6%
Climate
Avg Temp41°F
AQI34 (Good)
Elevation445 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+16.8%
High School+94.1%
School Score5.64
Community
2024 VoteR 62% / D 36%
Commute21 min
Libraries15
Is Island Falls a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Island Falls receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Island Falls offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Island Falls is $53,523, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 14.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Island Falls is $64,200, 77% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
16.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Climate & Weather
Island Falls has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.
Island Falls has a population of 343 with a density of 272 people per square mile. The median age is 52.8 years, 36% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.9%), with 8.7% Hispanic, 1.7% Black.
Population
52.8yrs
Median Age
36% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Island Falls vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.2% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.8% |
| 87% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Island Falls vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Island Falls is $53,523, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Income: Island Falls vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $53,523 |
| 29% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $28,413 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $984 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $56,858 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 5.6% |
| 56% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 14.1% |
| 14% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,396 |
| County GDP | $3,670M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 145 |
| Healthcare | 228 |
| Retail | 314 |
| Manufacturing | 75 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,828 |
| 9% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.96% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 21.1 min |
| Work from Home | 9.4% |
The median home value in Island Falls is $64,200, 77% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $148,253.
Home Values
| Census Median | $64,200 |
| 77% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $148,253 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,108 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,186 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,497 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,951 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,190 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,828 |
| 9% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 5.96% |
In Island Falls, 40.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.0% report depression. 30.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Island Falls vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.8% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.1% |
| Heart Disease | 6.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 35.2% |
| Asthma | 14.1% |
| COPD | 9.1% |
| Stroke | 3.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.6% |
| Depression | 29.0% |
| Mental Distress | 22.0% |
| Physical Distress | 16.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 78.4% |
| Premature Death | 10,576/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 56.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 228 |
Crime Rates: Island Falls vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
Safety Score
Island Falls has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.
Temperature
13°F Jan (-11°C)
66°F Jul (19°C)
| Annual Average | 40.6°F |
| 25% below US avg |
| January Average | 13°F (-11°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 34.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 445 ft (136 m) |
| Area | 1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 272/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.0087°N, 68.2639°W |
| County FIPS | 23003 |