Little Falls, MN

Minnesota · Benton County · St. Cloud Metro

Little Falls is a small city in Minnesota with a population of 9,094. Residents earn $46,284 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0

C+ Fair

9,094 Population 1,131/sq mi density

$46,284 Median Income $31,509 per capita

$198,100 Home Value $262,874 Zillow

$740 Median Rent 24.1% income on rent

42°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr

81 Violent Crime/100K 2,296 property/100K

C+

Overall

2.9 / 5.0

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

B+

Economy

3.6 / 5.0

$46,284 median income, 2.6% unemployment

Affordability

4.3 / 5.0

$198,100 home value, $740/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

81 violent crimes/100K (79% below avg)

C+

Education

2.8 / 5.0

22.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $46,284

38% lower than US avg

Home Value $198,100

30% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 81/100K

79% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 22.9%

32% lower than US avg

Median Rent $740

36% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 38.3%

19% higher than US avg

Unemployment 2.6%

28% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 10.7%

14% lower than US avg

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

People

Population9,094

Median Age41.4 yrs

Density1,131/mi²

Male / Female45% / 55%

Largest GroupWhite 95%

Veterans9.6%

Economy

B+

Median Income$46,284

Per Capita$31,509

Unemployment2.6%

Poverty10.7%

County GDP$2,398M

Commute19 min

Housing

Home Value$198,100

Rent$740

Ownership66.4%

Zillow$262,874

Housing Units4,209

Rent Burden24.1%

Crime

Violent81/100K

Property2,296/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault81/100K

Burglary265/100K

Health

Obesity38.3%

Uninsured8.8%

Smoking18.0%

Depression26.8%

Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (5°C)

AQI36 (Good)

Rain30.1 in/yr

Sunny Days270/yr

Elevation1,121 ft (342 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+22.9%

High School+91.7%

Graduate+5.9%

School Score6.37

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 31%

Commute19 min

Broadband83.6%

EV Stations3

Libraries1

Is Little Falls a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Little Falls receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Little Falls has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Little Falls is $46,284, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. 10.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Little Falls is $198,100, 30% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $740 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Little Falls is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 81 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,296 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

22.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.4/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Little Falls has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 30.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Little Falls has a population of 9,094 with a density of 1,131 people per square mile, spread across 8.0 square miles. The median age is 41.4 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 55.2% female and 44.8% male. The city is predominantly White (94.7%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 97% of residents. 9.6% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 17.2% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 95.6% have health insurance coverage.

Population

9,094

Total Population

1,131

People / sq mi

41.4yrs

Median Age

6% above US avg

8.0mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.8%

Female 55.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Little Falls vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.0%

24% above US avg

Spanish 3.0%

78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Little Falls vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Little Falls is $46,284, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,509 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,076, 25% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 1,063 business establishments, including 56 restaurants. The cost of living index is 98.6, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 5.1% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Little Falls vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$46,284
	38% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$31,509
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,076
IRS Avg AGI	$69,499
Gini Index	0.393 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.6%
	28% below US avg
Poverty Rate	10.7%
	14% below US avg
Establishments (County)	1,063
County GDP	$2,398M

Business (County)

Restaurants	56
Healthcare	119
Retail	117
Manufacturing	68

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,076
	16% above US avg
Cost of Living	98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	2.06%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	19.1 min
Drive Alone	77.8%
Public Transit	1.1%
Work from Home	5.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Little Falls is $198,100, 30% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $262,874, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $740 (36% 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. 66.4% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 4,209 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1960. The average annual property tax is $4,076 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 24.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.3x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$198,100
	30% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$262,874

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$740
	36% below US avg
Rent Burden	24.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	66.4%
Owner-Occupied	66.4%
Renter-Occupied	33.6%
Housing Units	4,209
Median Year Built	1960

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,076
	16% above US avg
Effective Rate	2.06%

In Little Falls, 38.3% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.9% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.8% of residents. 30.0% have high blood pressure. 18.0% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 19.1% report binge drinking. 26.4% are physically inactive. 26.8% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 17.8% experience frequent mental distress. 8.8% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:4,607. The dentist ratio is 1:2,962. 65.1% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.5 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	38.3%
	19% above US avg
Diabetes	9.9%
Heart Disease	5.8%
High Blood Pressure	30.0%
Asthma	11.0%
COPD	6.5%
Cancer	7.3%
Stroke	3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	18.0%
	29% above US avg
Binge Drinking	19.1%
Physical Inactivity	26.4%
Depression	26.8%
Mental Distress	17.8%
Physical Distress	13.1%
Short Sleep	34.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	95.6%
Uninsured	8.8%
	2% above US avg
Primary Care	1:4,607
Dentists	1:2,962
Mental Health	1:3,467
Checkup Rate	72.2%
Dental Visits	61.4%
Premature Death	6,370/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.5/10
Exercise Access	65.1%
Healthcare Facilities	119

Little Falls has a violent crime rate of 81 per 100,000 residents, 79% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 80.8 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 2,296 per 100,000, 17% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,915, burglary at 265, vehicle theft at 115 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 3 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Little Falls receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	80.8/100K
	79% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	0.0/100K
Robbery	0.0/100K
Assault	80.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	2,295.5/100K
	17% above US avg
Burglary	265.3/100K
Theft	1,914.9/100K
Vehicle Theft	115.4/100K
Arson	11.5/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	3
Traffic Accidents	548
Avg Accident Severity	2.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Little Falls has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 69°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 30.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36. The city sits at an elevation of 1,121 feet.

Temperature

10°F Jan (-12°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)

Annual Average	41.6°F
	23% below US avg
January Average	10°F (-12°C)
July Average	69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days	270 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	1,121 ft (342 m)
Area	8.0 sq mi (20.8 km²)
Population Density	1,131/sq mi
Coordinates	45.9856°N, 94.3597°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Benton County County
Nearest Airport	Brainerd Lakes Regional (BRD) 31 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 30.1"

21% below US avg

Wettest Month (Jun) 4.02"

Driest Month (Feb) 0.63"

Air Quality

AQI Median	36.0
Rating	Good

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Low
Risk Score	51.3 / 100
Social Vulnerability	30.5 / 100
Community Resilience	94.2 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

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

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

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.1. Most recent: M2.5 on Apr 29, 2011.

Feb 9, 1994	6 km NNE of Blomkest, Minnesota	M3.1	120 km
Apr 29, 2011	Minnesota	M2.5	91 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

317 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 21 fatalities, 232 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Jun 17, 2010	EF4	79 km	0
Jun 17, 2010	EF4	84 km	1
Aug 6, 1969	EF4	89 km	12
Jun 11, 1966	EF4	72 km	0
Jun 13, 2001	EF3	78 km	0
Sep 18, 1997	EF3	26 km	1
Jul 1, 1997	EF3	100 km	0
Jul 5, 1991	EF3	54 km	0
Sep 3, 1980	EF3	52 km	1
Aug 26, 1977	EF3	42 km	0
Jun 25, 1973	EF3	53 km	0
Aug 6, 1969	EF3	87 km	0
Jun 18, 1964	EF3	95 km	0
May 5, 1964	EF3	56 km	0
Jun 12, 2024	EF2	79 km	0
Jun 12, 2024	EF2	69 km	0
May 30, 2022	EF2	85 km	0
May 30, 2022	EF2	57 km	0
May 12, 2022	EF2	67 km	0
Jul 8, 2020	EF2	93 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (9,055 ac, 2007).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2007	UNNAMED	9,055	27 km
2009	CENTER TANK RANGE	6,131	24 km
2002	UNIT 4	5,887	70 km
2003	UNITS 37 38 39 A	4,879	78 km
1998	UNITS 1617	4,649	73 km
1988	UNNAMED	4,475	24 km
2005	RX HFR 05	4,253	73 km
2009	BU9	4,112	69 km
2007	WUI 07 - UNIT 36	4,025	79 km
1988	UNNAMED	3,642	38 km
2000	UNIT 25	3,412	78 km
2009	BU11	3,242	73 km
1997	BIG	2,987	76 km
2009	HENDRICKSON IMPACT AREA	2,757	31 km
2003	UNITS 34 33 W	2,637	77 km
2024	UNIT 8E RX	2,551	72 km
1992	SHARPTAIL	2,288	78 km
1988	UNNAMED	2,243	45 km
2010	WUI 10 UNIT D	2,042	78 km
1996	UNNAMED	1,906	79 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	10°F (-12°C)	0.8 in	Coldest
February	17°F (-9°C)	0.6 in	Driest
March	29°F (-2°C)	1.5 in
April	44°F (7°C)	2.1 in
May	58°F (14°C)	3.0 in
June	66°F (19°C)	4.0 in	Wettest
July	69°F (21°C)	3.5 in	Warmest
August	68°F (20°C)	3.5 in
September	58°F (15°C)	3.0 in
October	46°F (8°C)	2.4 in
November	29°F (-2°C)	1.2 in
December	15°F (-10°C)	0.8 in

Little Falls has a seasonal temperature swing of 60°F / from 10°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.0") and February the driest (0.6").

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Little Falls is located in Benton County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 22.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 32% below the national average of 33.7%. 91.7% have completed high school. 5.9% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 6.4 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 67% of the vote, a 35.9-point margin. 83.6% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 3 EV charging stations. There are 1 public libraries serving the community. 119 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 77.8% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67%

D 31.1%

Winner: Republican by 35.9 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	3
Traffic Accidents	548
Avg Accident Severity	2.0 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	22.9%
	32% below US avg
High School+	91.7%
Graduate Degree+	5.9%
School Test Score	6.37

C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 3	Metro / under 250K
Population Density	1,131/sq mi
Total Area	8.0 sq mi
County	Benton County County

Services

Broadband Access	83.6%
Avg Download Speed	110.5 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	9.6 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	3
Alt Fuel Stations	6
Public Libraries	1
Healthcare Facilities	119
Restaurants	56
Retail Stores	117

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	19.1 min
Drive Alone	77.8%
Public Transit	1.1%
Work from Home	5.1%

Average costs for common services in Little 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	$621
Toddler	$570
Preschool	$570

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Benton County

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

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Manufacturing	3,397	68	$62,193	2.38
Construction	2,569	194	$84,088	2.82
Health Care & Social Assistance	2,335	131	$37,523	0.94
Retail Trade	1,823	96	$37,436	1.05
Wholesale Trade	1,275	40	$72,133	1.86
Accommodation & Food Services	1,038	58	$19,661	0.66
Transportation & Warehousing	494	44	$50,999	0.67
Administrative & Waste Services	492	49	$49,634	0.48
Other Services	404	156	$32,516	0.77
Agriculture & Forestry	324	27	$57,650	2.30
Finance & Insurance	304	33	$62,316	0.43
Arts & Entertainment	193	23	$26,706	0.66
Real Estate	148	42	$47,672	0.55
Educational Services	126	9	$37,261	0.35
Information & Technology	82	9	$68,334	0.25

Hospitals in Little Falls

Hospital	Type	CMS Rating	Emergency	Phone
ST GABRIELS HOSPITAL	Critical Access Hospitals	—	Yes	(320) 632-5441

Schools in Little Falls

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
LITTLE FALLS SENIOR HIGH	High	781	34	23.0:1
COMMUNITY MIDDLE	Middle	538	27	19.9:1
LINDBERGH ELEMENTARY	Elementary	503	34	14.8:1
LINCOLN ELEMENTARY	Elementary	440	33	13.3:1

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Radio Stations near Little Falls

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
Album Rock 540 WXYG	classic rock	AAC+ 32 kbps
104.7 KCLD	pop, top 40	AAC+ 64 kbps

Campgrounds Near Little Falls

1 campgrounds found near Little Falls.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
GULL LAKE RECREATION AREA	4.7/5	43	$32–$50

National Parks Near Little Falls

10 national parks and monuments found near Little Falls.

Park	Type	Fee
Charles A. Lindbergh State Park	State Park	Free
Crow Wing State Park	State Park	Free
Father Hennepin State Park	State Park	Free
Lake Carlos State Park	State Park	Free
Lake Maria State Park	State Park	Free
Mille Lacs Kathio State Park	State Park	Free
Minnegasco Park	State Park	Free
Monson Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Sibley State Park	State Park	Free
Thompson Park	State Park	Free

Museums in Little Falls

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
MINNESOTA FISHING MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM		3206162011	$497,870
MILITARY HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF MINNESOTA	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$378,788
PINE GROVE ZOO	ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION		3206165595	$330,247
MORRISON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	2151 SOUTH LINDBERGH DRIVE	3206324007	$139,945
LINDEN HILL	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		3206165580	$122,809
HOLDINGFORD AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$8,341
CHARLES A WEYERHAEUSER MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		3206324007
CHARLES A. LINDBERGH HOUSE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
DEWEY-RADKE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
LINDBERGH HERITAGE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
MORRISON COUNTY GENEALOGY SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
UPSALA AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	PO BOX 35

Farmers Markets in Little Falls

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Little Falls Original Farmers Market	2nd St. Se and Hwy 27				Visit
Sprout Growers & Makers Marketplace	609 13th Ave NE, Door 8	10/28/2017 to 12/09/2017	Sat: 10:00 AM-3:00 PM;	Yes	Visit

Hotels in Little Falls

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AmericInn by Wyndham Little Falls

Country Inn & Suites, Little Falls, MN

Restaurants in Little Falls

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Little Fiesta

Perkins

Taco John's

Cafes in Little Falls

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Caribou Coffee

Cinemas in Little Falls

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Falls Cinema

Zoos in Little Falls

1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pine Grove Zoo

Veterinaries in Little Falls

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Community Animal Hospital

Gas Stations in Little Falls

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Coborn's Express

Holiday

Shell

Gyms in Little Falls

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Fitness Connection

Golf Courses in Little Falls

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Disc golf course

Nursing Homes in Little Falls

2 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility	Ownership	Beds	Residents	Overall	Health	Staffing	Quality	Phone
LITTLE FALLS CARE CENTER 1200 FIRST AVENUE NORTHEAST	Non profit - Corporation	32	27	4/5	—	3/5	5/5	3206329211
ST OTTOS CARE CENTER 920 SOUTHEAST 4TH STREET	For profit - Corporation	93	84	4/5	—	3/5	2/5	3206329281

Pharmacies in Little Falls

5 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
COBORN'S	1101 2ND AVENUE NORTHEAST	320-632-2380
SAINT GABRIEL'S HOSPITAL	815 2ND STREET SOUTHEAST	320-631-5690
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 1634	15091 18TH STREET NORTHEAST	320-632-3644
WALGREENS - 11374	1023 1ST AVENUE NORTHEAST	320-632-1639
WOLFF'S MUSHEL DRUG AND GIFT	101 1ST STREET SOUTHEAST	320-632-6645

EV Charging Stations in Little Falls

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	DC Fast	Connectors	Access
Holiday Gas Station - Tesla Supercharger	1704 1st Ave NE	Tesla		8	TESLA	public
James Green Park - Little Falls, MN	400 1st St SE	ZEFNET	2	2	CHADEMO J1772 J1772COMBO	public
Initiative Foundation	405 1st St SE	ZEFNET	2		J1772	public

Cell Towers in Little Falls

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
510 Tower Road (95177)	GTOWER	107
510 Tower Road (95177)	GTOWER	107
510 Tower Road (95177)	GTOWER	107
510 Tower Road (95177)	GTOWER	107
2668 270TH STREET (102458)	GTOWER	99
2668 270TH STREET (102458)	GTOWER	99
2.9 km SE of	TOWER	98
10905 County Rd. 17	TOWER	93
10905 County Rd. 17	TOWER	93
205 Chestnut St. (95168)	GTOWER	93
205 Chestnut St. (95168)	GTOWER	93

Fire Stations in Little Falls

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Camp Ripley Fire and Emergency Services	15000 Highway 115	Career			320-616-3174
Little Falls Fire Department	314 1ST ST NE	Mostly volunteer			320-616-5591

Power Plants Near Little Falls

Name	Type	Primary Fuel	Capacity (MW)	Status
CAMP RIPLEY SOLAR	SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC	221114	-94.3	OP
LITTLE FALLS (MN)	CONVENTIONAL HYDROELECTRIC	221111	-94.4	OP

Bridges in Little Falls

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1941	546	14,200	F
Culvert	Concrete	2005	37	12,900	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2010	134	11,000	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1974	271	11,000	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1973	997	11,000	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1973	106	10,376	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1973	106	10,000	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2005	202	6,450	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2005	202	6,150	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1972	206	5,500	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2005	199	5,000	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2005	199	4,886	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1974	394	4,600	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1974	178	4,600	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1974	178	4,300	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1974	394	4,300	G
Culvert	Concrete	2004	35	3,150	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1930	412	3,104	F
Culvert	Concrete	2015	27	2,907	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1973	374	2,167	F
Tee Beam	Prestressed concrete	2009	72	2,074	F
Tee Beam	Prestressed concrete	2009	104	1,349	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1995	94	1,050	G
Culvert	Concrete	1973	34	944	F
Culvert	Concrete	1977	22	900	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1985	97	790	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Wood or Timber	1978	126	780	F
Slab	Wood or Timber	1978	90	780	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1972	285	390	F
Culvert	Concrete	1988	46	210	G
Culvert	Concrete	2010	46	205	G
Culvert	Concrete	1974	58	135	F
Slab	Wood or Timber	1986	96	50	F
Culvert	Concrete	1999	72	40	G
Culvert	Concrete	1980	25	40	G
Culvert	Concrete	1972	29	10	G

Correctional Facilities in Little Falls

Name	Address	Type	Population	Capacity	Status
MORRISON COUNTY JAIL	213 1ST AVENUE SOUTHEAST	COUNTY	59	148	OPEN

Airports Near Little Falls

40 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport	BRD	Medium Airport
Saint Cloud Regional Airport	STC	Medium Airport
Aitkin Municipal Airport Steve Kurtz Field	—	Small Airport
B I R Airport	—	Small Airport
Barrett Airport	—	Small Airport
Breezy Point Airport	—	Small Airport
Clarissa Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Don's Landing Field	—	Small Airport
East Gull Lake Airport	—	Small Airport
Empire Valley Airport	—	Small Airport
F. Dillenburg Airport	—	Small Airport
Fedor Airport	—	Small Airport
Fort Ripley Agricultural Airport	—	Small Airport
Fussy Airport	—	Small Airport
Guggenberger Airport	—	Small Airport
Haven Airport	—	Small Airport
Hay Acres Airport	—	Small Airport
Hines Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Jackson Field	—	Small Airport
Kastanek Airport	—	Small Airport
Leaders Clear Lake Airport	—	Small Airport
Lindey's Landing Airport	—	Small Airport
Little Falls-Morrison County-Lindbergh field	—	Small Airport
Maple Lake Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Mikes Aerodrome	—	Small Airport
Milaca Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Mille Lacs Lake Resort Airport	—	Small Airport
Miller Airport	—	Small Airport
Minske Field	—	Small Airport
North Star Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Paynesville Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Pine River Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
Ray S Miller Army Air Field	—	Small Airport
Sad Valley UAS Strip	—	Small Airport
Sauk Centre Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Staples Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Swiderski Field	—	Small Airport
Todd Field	—	Small Airport
Tyler Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Ultraflyte, Inc Ultralightport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Little Falls

1 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
Little Falls Police Department

Grocery Stores in Little Falls

15 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
Aldi 72091	Supermarket	14986 18th St NE
Casey's General Store 1773	Convenience Store	500 W Broadway
Casey's General Store 2046	Convenience Store	1205 Haven Rd
Coborn's Marketplace 2006	Super Store	1101 2nd Ave NE
Dollar General 20523	Other	804 Broadway Ave W
Dollar Tree 813	Other	15028 18th St NE
Holiday Stationstore 2746216	Convenience Store	1301 1st Ave NE
Holiday Stationstore 2746398	Convenience Store	1704 1st Ave NE
Little Falls Farmers' Market Inc.	Farmers and Markets	505 W Broadway
Papa Murphy's Mn118 MN118	Specialty Store	116 11th St Ne
Quick Save	Convenience Store	206 1st St NE
Sprout Farmers Market	Farmers and Markets	609 13th Ave NE
Thielen Meats of Little Falls	Supermarket	300 13th St NE
Walgreens 11374	Other	1023 1st Ave NE
Walmart 1634	Super Store	15091 18th St NE

Treatment Centers in Little Falls

3 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Effective Living Center Inc	Substance Abuse	320-632-3166
Northern Pines Mental Health Center - Little Falls Outpatient Office	Both	320-639-2025
Restoring Hope Substance Abuse and - Mental Health	Substance Abuse	320-639-2193

DOL Wage Violations in Little Falls

4 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $56,260 in back wages owed to 55 employees.

Violations

$56,260

Back Wages Owed

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
Thielen Meats of Little Falls	—	—	56345	—	1	$55,236	$2,511	22
AmericInn by Wyndham - Little Falls	—	—	56345	—	1	$593	$198	3
Super 8 by Wyndham - Little Falls	—	Wyndham Hotels	56345	—	1	$338	$169	2
Employment Enterprises, Inc.	—	—	56345	—	1	$93	$3	28

Churches & Religious Organizations in Little Falls

11 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
ALLIANCE CHURCH	903 13TH AVE NE
BETHEL LUTHERAN CHURCH	901 W BROADWAY
CHURCH OF OUR SAVIOR	FIRST AVE AND 4TH ST
DARLING CHURCH MEMORIAL INC	13272 N HWY 238
FAITH LUTHERAN CHURCH	303 18TH ST SE
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF LITTLE FALLS MINNESOTA	400 E BROADWAY
FIRST LUTHERAN CHURCH OF LITTLE FALLS MINNESOTA	2100 RIVERVIEW DR
GRACE COVENANT CHURCH LITTLE FALLS MN	17117 RIVERWOOD DR
LIVING HOPE ASSEMBLY OF GOD	17389 HAVEN RD
PEACE LUTHERAN CHURCH OF LITTLE FALLS INC	PO BOX 183
ZION LUTHERAN CHURCH	411 3RD AVE NE

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Frequently Asked Questions About Little Falls

What is the population of Little Falls?

Little Falls has a population of 9,094 residents and is located in Minnesota. The population density is 1,131 people per square mile, spread across 8.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 55.2% female and 44.8% male.

Is Little Falls expensive to live in?

Little 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 $46,284, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $198,100 (30% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $740 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Little Falls safe?

Little Falls is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 81 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,296 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Little Falls receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Little Falls?

Little Falls has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 10°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 270 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 36.

How is the job market in Little Falls?

The job market in Little Falls is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,076. There are 1,063 business establishments in the area, including 56 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 19 minutes, and 5.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Little Falls?

The median home value in Little Falls is $198,100. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $262,874. For renters, the median monthly rent is $740. Fair market rent is $899 for a 1-bedroom and $1,125 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 66.4%. The average annual property tax is $4,076.

How are the schools in Little Falls?

Schools in Little Falls score 6.4 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 22.9% of adults in Little Falls hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.7% have completed high school. 5.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Little Falls?

The obesity rate in Little Falls is 38.3% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 18.0% of adults are smokers. 26.4% are physically inactive. 26.8% of residents report depression. 8.8% lack health insurance. 65.1% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:4,607.

What is transportation like in Little Falls?

The average commute in Little Falls is 19 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 77.8% of workers drive alone to work, 1.1% use public transit, and 5.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Little Falls?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Little Falls is 94.7% White, 0.9% Hispanic or Latino. 97% of residents speak only English at home. 9.6% of the population are military veterans. 17.2% of residents have a disability. 95.6% have health insurance coverage.

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