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River Falls, WI
Full City Profile · Wisconsin · Pierce County County
River Falls, WI
At a Glance
How River Falls Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows River Falls's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is River Falls a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
River Falls residents earn a median household income of $78,078 , which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,809. The unemployment rate stands at 2.4% (33% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,024 business establishments, including 110 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in River Falls is $299,800 , 6% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $399,099. Median rent is $1,050/month, with 27.5% 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 1988.
Safety & Crime
River Falls reports 81 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 79% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,170/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
44.1% of adults in River Falls hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% above the national average). 97.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
River Falls has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 270 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 34.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.