Park Falls, WI
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Park Falls, WI
At a Glance
How Park Falls Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Park Falls's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Park Falls a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Park Falls residents earn a median household income of $47,240 , which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,494. The unemployment rate stands at 1.1% (69% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 20.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 434 business establishments, including 41 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Park Falls is $81,900 , 71% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $209,528. Median rent is $907/month, with 32.7% 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 1959.
Safety & Crime
Park Falls reports 254 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 33% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,018/100K.
Education
10.8% of adults in Park Falls hold a bachelor's degree or higher (68% below the national average). 90.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Park Falls has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.0 inches.