St. Croix Falls, WI

Wisconsin · Polk County

St. Croix Falls is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 2,469. Residents earn $63,179 per year, which is 16% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0

B Good

2,469 Population 494/sq mi density

$63,179 Median Income $39,156 per capita

$216,500 Home Value $329,183 Zillow

$864 Median Rent 17.2% income on rent

44°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr

640 Violent Crime/100K 4,970 property/100K

Overall

3.3 / 5.0

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

Economy

4.0 / 5.0

$63,179 median income, 3.7% unemployment

A+

Affordability

4.8 / 5.0

$216,500 home value, $864/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

640 violent crimes/100K (68% above avg)

Education

3.3 / 5.0

28.2% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $63,179

16% lower than US avg

Home Value $216,500

23% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 640/100K

68% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 28.2%

16% lower than US avg

Median Rent $864

26% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 35.9%

12% higher than US avg

Unemployment 3.7%

3% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 3.6%

71% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,469

Median Age41.5 yrs

Density494/mi²

Male / Female50% / 50%

Largest GroupWhite 92%

Veterans14.4%

Economy

Median Income$63,179

Per Capita$39,156

Unemployment3.7%

Poverty3.6%

County GDP$2,185M

Commute30 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$216,500

Rent$864

Ownership59.8%

Zillow$329,183

Housing Units1,073

Rent Burden17.2%

Crime

Violent640/100K

Property4,970/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault591/100K

Burglary197/100K

Health

Obesity35.9%

Uninsured8.3%

Smoking15.7%

Depression25.4%

Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)

AQI38 (Good)

Rain30.5 in/yr

Sunny Days270/yr

Elevation1,049 ft (320 m)

Education

Bachelor's+28.2%

High School+88.0%

Graduate+9.5%

School Score6.12

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%

Commute30 min

Broadband90.3%

EV Stations2

Libraries10

Is St. Croix Falls a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, St. Croix Falls receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates. St. Croix Falls offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in St. Croix Falls is $63,179, 16% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in St. Croix Falls is $216,500, 23% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $864 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

With 640 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern / this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,970 per 100,000, 154% above the national average.

Education

28.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

St. Croix Falls has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 30.5 inches, including 42.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

St. Croix Falls has a population of 2,469 with a density of 494 people per square mile, spread across 5.0 square miles. The median age is 41.5 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.1% female and 49.9% male. The city is predominantly White (91.6%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.8% of residents. 14.4% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 15.4% of residents have a disability. 85.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

2,469

Total Population

494

People / sq mi

41.5yrs

Median Age

7% above US avg

5.0mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%

Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

St. Croix Falls vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 98.8%

26% above US avg

Spanish 1.2%

91% below US avg

Social Characteristics

St. Croix Falls vs U.S. Average

The median household income in St. Croix Falls is $63,179, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $39,156. The average weekly wage is $919, 36% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,311 business establishments, including 136 restaurants. The cost of living index is 94.1, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes. 11.1% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: St. Croix Falls vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$63,179
	16% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$39,156
Avg Weekly Wage	$919
IRS Avg AGI	$72,536
Gini Index	0.401 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	3.7%
	3% above US avg
Poverty Rate	3.6%
	71% below US avg
Establishments (County)	1,311
County GDP	$2,185M

Business (County)

Restaurants	136
Healthcare	106
Retail	164
Manufacturing	95

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$5,702
	63% above US avg
Cost of Living	94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	2.63%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	29.8 min
Drive Alone	76.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	11.1%

Walkability

The median home value in St. Croix Falls is $216,500, 23% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $329,183, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $864 (26% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $872 for a one-bedroom to $1,097 for a two-bedroom apartment. 59.8% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,073 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1980. The average annual property tax is $5,702 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 17.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$216,500
	23% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$329,183

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$864
	26% below US avg
Rent Burden	17.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$797
1 Bedroom	$872
2 Bedrooms	$1,097
3 Bedrooms	$1,405
4 Bedrooms	$1,572

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	59.8%
Owner-Occupied	59.8%
Renter-Occupied	40.2%
Housing Units	1,073
Median Year Built	1980

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$5,702
	63% above US avg
Effective Rate	2.63%

In St. Croix Falls, 35.9% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.6% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.5% of residents. 29.3% have high blood pressure. 15.7% are current smokers. 21.4% report binge drinking. 26.5% are physically inactive. 25.4% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 17.8% experience frequent mental distress. 8.3% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,262. The dentist ratio is 1:1,693. 65.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 9.0 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	35.9%
	12% above US avg
Diabetes	9.6%
Heart Disease	5.5%
High Blood Pressure	29.3%
Asthma	11.4%
COPD	6.3%
Cancer	7.2%
Stroke	3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	15.7%
	12% above US avg
Binge Drinking	21.4%
Physical Inactivity	26.5%
Depression	25.4%
Mental Distress	17.8%
Physical Distress	12.8%
Short Sleep	30.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	85.0%
Uninsured	8.3%
	3% below US avg
Primary Care	1:1,262
Dentists	1:1,693
Mental Health	1:462
Checkup Rate	73.8%
Dental Visits	65.0%
Premature Death	7,642/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	9.0/10
Exercise Access	65.3%
Healthcare Facilities	106

St. Croix Falls has a violent crime rate of 640 per 100,000 residents, 68% above the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 590.6 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 49.2. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 4,970 per 100,000, 154% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 4,331, burglary at 197, vehicle theft at 443 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 6 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, St. Croix Falls receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	639.8/100K
	68% above US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	49.2/100K
Robbery	0.0/100K
Assault	590.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	4,970.5/100K
	154% above US avg
Burglary	196.9/100K
Theft	4,330.7/100K
Vehicle Theft	442.9/100K
Arson	0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	6
Avg Accident Severity	0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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St. Croix Falls has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 71°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 30.5 inches. The area receives 42.6 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38. The city sits at an elevation of 1,049 feet.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-11°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)

Annual Average	44.2°F
	18% below US avg
January Average	13°F (-11°C)
July Average	71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days	270 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	1,049 ft (320 m)
Area	5.0 sq mi (13.0 km²)
Population Density	494/sq mi
Coordinates	45.4114°N, 92.6247°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Polk County County
Nearest Airport	New Richmond Regional (RNH) 19 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 30.5"

20% below US avg

Snowfall 42.6"

Wettest Month (Jun) 4.45"

Driest Month (Feb) 0.79"

Air Quality

AQI Median	38.0
Rating	Good

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Low
Risk Score	63.3 / 100
Social Vulnerability	40.0 / 100
Community Resilience	55.9 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

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

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

Tornado History

346 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 54 fatalities, 847 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Jun 4, 1958	EF5	61 km	21
Jul 3, 1983	EF4	58 km	0
Jul 30, 1977	EF4	92 km	0
May 6, 1965	EF4	67 km	3
May 6, 1965	EF4	76 km	6
May 6, 1965	EF4	95 km	0
May 21, 1957	EF4	27 km	0
Sep 24, 2019	EF3	95 km	0
May 16, 2017	EF3	40 km	1
May 25, 2008	EF3	42 km	1
Jun 18, 2001	EF3	41 km	2
Jul 27, 1987	EF3	94 km	0
Jul 23, 1987	EF3	73 km	0
Apr 26, 1984	EF3	64 km	1
Jun 14, 1981	EF3	83 km	1
Jul 30, 1977	EF3	42 km	0
Jun 30, 1968	EF3	94 km	0
May 24, 1958	EF3	39 km	0
Jun 23, 1952	EF3	1 km	2
Sep 12, 1951	EF3	97 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNIT 4 (5,887 ac, 2002).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2002	UNIT 4	5,887	91 km
2003	UNITS 37 38 39 A	4,879	83 km
1998	UNITS 1617	4,649	85 km
2005	RX HFR 05	4,253	85 km
2009	BU9	4,112	91 km
2007	WUI 07 - UNIT 36	4,025	82 km
2000	UNIT 25	3,412	83 km
2009	BU11	3,242	88 km
1997	BIG	2,987	85 km
2009	UNNAMED	2,904	41 km
2003	UNITS 34 33 W	2,637	84 km
2024	UNIT 8E RX	2,551	89 km
1992	SHARPTAIL	2,288	84 km
2024	RX-86_FY23	2,187	52 km
2010	WUI 10 UNIT D	2,042	84 km
1996	UNNAMED	1,906	82 km
2000	UNNAMED	1,850	43 km
2006	UNIT 4	1,732	90 km
2009	UNIT 23 24 26	1,644	85 km
1995	ANTLER	1,603	84 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	13°F (-11°C)	0.9 in	Coldest
February	17°F (-8°C)	0.8 in	Driest
March	29°F (-2°C)	1.7 in
April	44°F (7°C)	2.6 in
May	57°F (14°C)	3.5 in
June	66°F (19°C)	4.5 in	Wettest
July	71°F (22°C)	3.7 in	Warmest
August	68°F (20°C)	4.5 in
September	59°F (15°C)	3.8 in
October	47°F (8°C)	2.6 in
November	31°F (-1°C)	1.5 in
December	16°F (-9°C)	1.1 in

St. Croix Falls has a seasonal temperature swing of 58°F / from 13°F in January to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.5") and February the driest (0.8").

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St. Croix Falls is located in Polk County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent, a rural community. 28.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 16% below the national average of 33.7%. 88.0% have completed high school. 9.5% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 6.1 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 64.9% of the vote, a 30.9-point margin. 90.3% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 2 EV charging stations. There are 10 public libraries serving the community. 106 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 76.4% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.9%

D 33.9%

Winner: Republican by 30.9 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	6
Avg Accident Severity	0.0 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	28.2%
	16% below US avg
High School+	88.0%
Graduate Degree+	9.5%
School Test Score	6.12

B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 8	Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent
Population Density	494/sq mi
Total Area	5.0 sq mi
County	Polk County County

Services

Broadband Access	90.3%
Avg Download Speed	122.6 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	63.5 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	2
Alt Fuel Stations	3
Public Libraries	10
Healthcare Facilities	106
Restaurants	136
Retail Stores	164

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	29.8 min
Drive Alone	76.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	11.1%

Average costs for common services in St. Croix Falls. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$235 ($141–$376)
Specialist Visit	$329 ($188–$518)
Urgent Care Visit	$188 ($94–$329)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,070 ($753–$4,705)
Dental Cleaning	$122 ($71–$188)
Dental Filling	$235 ($141–$376)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$42 ($24–$71)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$71 ($47–$113)
Brake Pad Replacement	$282 ($141–$471)
Tire Rotation	$38 ($19–$71)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$565 ($376–$941)
Battery Replacement	$188 ($94–$329)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$94 ($56–$141)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$85 ($47–$132)
HVAC Repair	$376 ($141–$753)
HVAC System Install	$6,587 ($3,764–$11,292)
Roof Repair	$941 ($376–$1,882)
Roof Replacement	$8,469 ($5,176–$14,115)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,412 ($471–$3,294)
Divorce (Contested)	$14,115 ($4,705–$28,230)
DUI Defense	$4,705 ($1,882–$9,410)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,412 ($753–$2,823)
Will Preparation	$471 ($188–$941)
Trust Preparation	$2,353 ($941–$4,705)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$24 ($14–$42)
Women's Haircut	$52 ($28–$94)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$141 ($71–$235)
Manicure	$24 ($14–$42)
Pedicure	$38 ($24–$61)
Massage (1 Hour)	$75 ($47–$122)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$3.86 ($2.82–$5.18)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.29 ($2.35–$4.71)
Loaf of Bread	$3.58 ($2.35–$5.18)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.23 ($2.82–$6.12)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.18 ($3.76–$7.06)
Rice (per lb)	$0.94 ($0.56–$1.69)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$132 ($75–$235)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$66 ($28–$141)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$66 ($38–$113)
Internet (Monthly)	$66 ($38–$94)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$61 ($28–$94)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$80 ($47–$141)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$188 ($71–$471)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,882 ($1,129–$3,294)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$66 ($28–$122)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$14 ($7.53–$24)
Car Registration (Annual)	$94 ($28–$235)
Driver's License Renewal	$28 ($14–$71)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,129 ($565–$2,353)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$941 ($471–$1,882)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$376 ($188–$659)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$47 ($24–$94)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$941 ($376–$2,353)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$11,763 ($4,705–$28,230)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$56 ($28–$94)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$94 ($47–$188)
Dog Grooming	$56 ($28–$94)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$38 ($19–$71)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$282 ($141–$471)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$188 ($94–$376)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$788
Toddler	$736
Preschool	$736
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$650
Toddler	$617
Preschool	$617

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Polk County

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

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Manufacturing	3,850	104	$58,419	2.90
Health Care & Social Assistance	2,675	174	$56,497	1.15
Retail Trade	2,132	146	$32,076	1.32
Accommodation & Food Services	1,259	130	$17,213	0.86
Construction	632	155	$60,914	0.74
Administrative & Waste Services	578	75	$31,963	0.61
Wholesale Trade	330	48	$57,651	0.52
Other Services	298	73	$40,307	0.61
Finance & Insurance	260	48	$75,575	0.40
Arts & Entertainment	252	21	$17,648	0.93
Transportation & Warehousing	149	31	$51,770	0.22
Information & Technology	140	14	$55,627	0.46
Utilities	86	6	$93,707	1.40
Educational Services	56	5	$16,686	0.17
Real Estate	52	35	$40,216	0.21

Hospitals in St. Croix Falls

Hospital	Type	CMS Rating	Emergency	Phone
ST CROIX REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER	Critical Access Hospitals	3/5	Yes	(715) 483-0247

Schools in St. Croix Falls

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Saint Croix Falls Elementary	Elementary	347	27	12.9:1
Saint Croix Falls High	High	342	23	14.9:1
Saint Croix Falls Middle	Middle	332	21	15.8:1

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Radio Stations near St. Croix Falls

10 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
MPR Classical Piano	classical piano	MP3 128 kbps
MPR Classical 24/7	classical baroque, classical music	MP3 128 kbps
YourClassical Concert Band	brass, yourclassical	AAC+ 48 kbps
The Current - 89.3 KCMP Minnesota Public Radio	minneapolis, minnesota public radio	AAC+ 48 kbps
Carbon Sound	afrobeats, electronica	MP3 128 kbps
YourClassical Chamber Music	—	AAC+ 48 kbps
KSJN	—	MP3 128 kbps
OCABS Radio	christian orthodox, christian preaching	MP3 64 kbps
101.3 KDWB	—	UNKNOWN
Affirm Southern Gospel Radio	southern gospel	MP3 128 kbps

Campgrounds Near St. Croix Falls

2 campgrounds found near St. Croix Falls.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
Lower St. Croix District	—	—	Free
Middle St. Croix	—	—	Free

National Parks Near St. Croix Falls

27 national parks and monuments found near St. Croix Falls.

Park	Type	Fee
Afton State Park	State Park	Free
Banning State Park	State Park	Free
Cattail State Trail	State Park	Free
Father Hennepin State Park	State Park	Free
Fort Snelling State Park	State Park	Free
Frontenac State Park	State Park	Free
Gandy Dancer State Trail	State Park	Free
Gateway State Trail	State Park	Free
Hoffman Hills Recreation Area	State Park	Free
Interstate Park-Iansr	State Park	Free
Interstate State Park	State Park	Free
Kinnickinnic State Park	State Park	Free
Luce Line Trail	State Park	Free
Mississippi National River & Recreation Area	National River & Recreation Area	Free
Moon Lake Park	State Park	Free
Off-Leash Dog	State Park	Free
Red Cedar State Trail	State Park	Free
Saint Croix National Scenic Riverway	National Scenic Riverway	Free
Solon Springs State North Country Trail Area	State Park	Free
St. Croix State Park	State Park	Free
State Capitol Ground	State Park	Free
Stower Seven Lakes State Trail	State Park	Free
Straight Lake Wilderness State Park	State Park	Free
Wild River State Park	State Park	Free
Wild Rivers State Trail	State Park	Free
William O'Brien State Park	State Park	Free
Willow River State Park	State Park	Free

Museums in St. Croix Falls

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
LAMAR COMMUNITY CENTER	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	1488 200TH STREET		$65,121
CHISAGO COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	13112 THIRD AVENUE NORTH	6512575310	$45,436
POLK COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7154859269	$18,623
COCK-A-DOODLE ZOO	ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION
FOLSOM HOUSE HISTORIC SITE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
FOLSOM HOUSE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		6514653125
GAMMELGARDEN MUSEUM	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	20880 OLINDA TRAIL N	6514335053
IRON HORSE CENTRAL RR MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	24880 MORGAN AVE	6512576225
IRON HORSE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	24880 MORGAN AVE	6512130391
LEE & ROSE WARNER NATURE CENTER	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	15375 NORELL AVE N	6514332427
MARINE-ON-ST CROIX RESTORATION SOCIETY	HISTORY MUSEUM
OSCEOLA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	408 RIVER STREET
ST. CROIX NATIONAL SCENIC RIVERWAY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7154832271
STONE HOUSE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		6514333636
TAYLORS FALLS HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	272 GOVERNMENT ST	6514653125
WASHINGTON COUNTY HISTORICAL	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6514334014

Libraries in St. Croix Falls

Name	Address	Annual Visits
ST. CROIX FALLS PUBLIC LIBRARY	230 S. WASHINGTON ST.	60,400
FREDERIC PUBLIC LIBRARY	127 OAK ST. W.	37,960
OSCEOLA PUBLIC LIBRARY	102 CHIEFTAIN ST.	35,464
LUCK PUBLIC LIBRARY	301 S. MAIN ST.	27,983
MILLTOWN PUBLIC LIBRARY	61 W. MAIN ST.	18,167
BALSAM LAKE PUBLIC LIBRARY	404 MAIN ST.	16,276
DRESSER PUBLIC LIBRARY	117 S. CENTRAL AVE.	11,324
CENTURIA PUBLIC LIBRARY	409 4TH ST.	6,357
DEER PARK PUBLIC LIBRARY	112 FRONT ST. W.	3,040
TAYLORS FALLS PUBLIC LIBRARY	473 BENCH STREET	791

Farmers Markets in St. Croix Falls

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Balsam Lake Farmers Market	Pine Park
Osceola Farmer's Market	The Millpond, Cascade st	06/07/2013 to 10/18/2013	Fri: 2:00 PM-6:00 PM;	Yes
Scandia Farmers Market	20880 Olinda Trail	06/08/2016 to 09/28/2016	Wed: 3:30 PM-6:30 PM;		Visit
St. Croix Falls Farmers Market	230 South Washington Street	06/06/2015 to 10/03/2015	Sat: 10:00 AM-1:00 PM;		Visit

Hotels in St. Croix Falls

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

123 South Washington

Holiday Inn Express

Wild River Marina LLC

Restaurants in St. Croix Falls

8 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

C'est Bon Mi

Dalles House Restaurant and Lounge

Logger's Bar and Grill

Panda King

Pizza Man

Sir Smoke A Lot's BBQ Pit Stop

Szechuan. Mandarin & Hunan Cuisine

The Vegetarian

Cafes in St. Croix Falls

3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Dalles Cafe and Coffee House

Our Place Cafe

Three Arrows Coffee

Cinemas in St. Croix Falls

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

St. Croix Falls Cinema 8

Theatres in St. Croix Falls

2 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Festival Theater

The Historic Auditorium

Zoos in St. Croix Falls

1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Fawn Doe Rosa Wildlife Educational Park

Clinics in St. Croix Falls

2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kinisi Institute for Movement

St. Croix Falls Regional Medical Center St. Croix Falls Clinic

Dentists in St. Croix Falls

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Scenic River Dental

Veterinaries in St. Croix Falls

2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Northern Veterinary Services

Valley View Vet

Gas Stations in St. Croix Falls

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Circle K

Holiday

Kwik Trip

Banks in St. Croix Falls

4 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Edward Jones

First Resource Bank

MidWestOne Bank

Royal Credit Union

Shopping Malls in St. Croix Falls

2 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Heritage Mall

Trap Rock Ridge Plaza

Golf Courses in St. Croix Falls

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

St. Croix Valley Golf Course

Breweries in St. Croix Falls

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Angler's Inn	Cocktail Lounges, Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Hotels & Motels, Bed & Breakfast & Inns, Bar &	301 W Main St	7154853334	Visit
Glass Bar The	Barbecue, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Cocktail Lounges, Bar & Grill Restaurants, Cocktail Lounge Restaura	422 4th St	7156462674
Hacks Pub	Bars, Bars & Clubs, Restaurant, Bars & Pubs, Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Bar & Grills, Taver	49 Main St W	7158253314	Visit
Logger's Bar and Grill	Bar and Brewery	2071 Glacier Dr	7154832504	Visit

EV Charging Stations in St. Croix Falls

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	DC Fast	Connectors	Access
Marketplace Foods	2191 US-8	ZEFNET	2	1	CHADEMO J1772 J1772COMBO	public

Cell Towers in St. Croix Falls

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
LUCK SITE: 2652 170TH STREET	TOWER	97
2652 170TH STREET (105813)	GTOWER	97
2652 170TH STREET (105813)	GTOWER	97
1893 West Church Road (102349)	MTOWER	61
1893 West Church Road (102349)	MTOWER	61
(Scandia) 12270 Scandia Trail North	LTOWER	61
(Scandia) 12270 Scandia Trail North	LTOWER	61
1094 240th Street (116976)	LTOWER	59
1094 240th Street (116976)	LTOWER	59
123 Jewell St (117119)	MTOWER	56
123 Jewell St (117119)	MTOWER	56
29835 Saint Croix Trail (117025)	MTOWER	49
29835 Saint Croix Trail (117025)	MTOWER	49
373 - 280th Street (117120)	MTOWER	29
373 - 280th Street (117120)	MTOWER	29

Fire Stations in St. Croix Falls

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Saint Croix Falls Fire Department	PO Box 247	Volunteer			715-483-3210

Bridges in St. Croix Falls

Location	Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
	Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1995	196	9,000	F
	Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1995	196	9,000	G

Airports Near St. Croix Falls

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field	MSP	Large Airport
New Richmond Regional Airport	RNH	Medium Airport
Saint Paul Downtown Holman Field	STP	Medium Airport
Al's Due North Airport	—	Small Airport
Alpha Hotel Airport	—	Small Airport
Amery Municipal Airport	AHH	Small Airport
Anoka County-Blaine (Janes Field) Airport	—	Small Airport
Baldwin Airport	—	Small Airport
Barnes Airport	—	Small Airport
Beer Airport	—	Small Airport
Ben Sutherland Airport	—	Small Airport
Benson Airport	—	Small Airport
Boyceville Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Buck Knob Airport	—	Small Airport
Burnett County Airport	—	Small Airport
Bush Field	—	Small Airport
Cambridge Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Circle T Airport	—	Small Airport
Conley Field	—	Small Airport
Connor's Lake Landing	—	Small Airport
Cooks Landing Airport	—	Small Airport
Crystal Airport	MIC	Small Airport
Cub Acres Airport	—	Small Airport
Cub Bear Airport	—	Small Airport
Cumberland Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Danielson Field Airport	—	Small Airport
David Randall Airport	—	Small Airport
Erickson Field	—	Small Airport
Field of Dreams Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying J Airport	—	Small Airport
Flyplassen Airport	—	Small Airport
Forest Lake Airport	—	Small Airport
Grantsburg Municipal Airport	GTG	Small Airport
Gregory Airport	—	Small Airport
Grohnke Field	—	Small Airport
Hexum Flight Park Ultralightport	—	Small Airport
L O Simenstad Municipal Airport	OEO	Small Airport
Lake Elmo Airport	—	Small Airport
Lino Air Park	—	Small Airport
Mora Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Mort's Landing Airport	—	Small Airport
North Lake Landing Airport	—	Small Airport
Pavek Personal Airport	—	Small Airport
Pinetree Airpark	—	Small Airport
Radke Airport	—	Small Airport
Rush City Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
Rush River Airport	—	Small Airport
Rusmar Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Shell Lake Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Sky Meadow Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in St. Croix Falls

3 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone

Chisago County Sheriffs Office
Lindstrom Police Department
Polk County Sheriff	1005 West Main Street

Grocery Stores in St. Croix Falls

10 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
HOLIDAY STATIONSTORE 2746192	Convenience Store	202 N Washington St
Holiday Stationstore 2746419	Convenience Store	2091 Glacier Dr
Kwik Trip 1137	Convenience Store	2072 US Highway 8
Marketplace Foods 2581	Super Store	2191 US Highway 8
Papa Murphys WI063	Specialty Store	2212 Glacier Dr
Polk/Burnett Farmers Union	Farmers and Markets	1257 Wisconsin 35
Polk/burnett Farmers Union	Farmers and Markets	1257 Wi 35
Que Sehra Farm FFAB	Farmers and Markets	2841 248th Ave
St. Croix Falls Farmers Market	Farmers and Markets	230 S Washington St
Walmart SUPERCENTER 2421	Super Store	2212 Glacier Dr

Treatment Centers in St. Croix Falls

2 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation - Center City	Substance Abuse	651-213-4200
Peace Tree Counseling LLC	Mental Health	715-417-3241

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Frequently Asked Questions About St. Croix Falls

What is the population of St. Croix Falls?

St. Croix Falls has a population of 2,469 residents and is located in Wisconsin. The population density is 494 people per square mile, spread across 5.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.5 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.1% female and 49.9% male.

Is St. Croix Falls expensive to live in?

St. Croix Falls is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 94.1 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $63,179, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $216,500 (23% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $864 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is St. Croix Falls safe?

Public safety is a concern in St. Croix Falls, with a violent crime rate of 640 per 100,000 / significantly above the national average of 380. However, crime tends to concentrate in certain areas, and many neighborhoods remain relatively safe. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,970 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, St. Croix Falls receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in St. Croix Falls?

St. Croix Falls has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 13°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 270 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.5 inches, with 42.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in St. Croix Falls?

St. Croix Falls has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.7%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $919. There are 1,311 business establishments in the area, including 136 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 30 minutes, and 11.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in St. Croix Falls?

The median home value in St. Croix Falls is $216,500. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $329,183. For renters, the median monthly rent is $864. Fair market rent is $872 for a 1-bedroom and $1,097 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 59.8%. The average annual property tax is $5,702.

How are the schools in St. Croix Falls?

Schools in St. Croix Falls score 6.1 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 28.2% of adults in St. Croix Falls hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.0% have completed high school. 9.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is St. Croix Falls?

The obesity rate in St. Croix Falls is 35.9% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 15.7% of adults are smokers. 26.5% are physically inactive. 25.4% of residents report depression. 8.3% lack health insurance. 65.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,262.

What is transportation like in St. Croix Falls?

The average commute in St. Croix Falls is 30 minutes. 76.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 11.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of St. Croix Falls?

The racial and ethnic makeup of St. Croix Falls is 91.6% White. 98.8% of residents speak only English at home. 14.4% of the population are military veterans. 15.4% of residents have a disability. 85.0% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Taylors Falls, MN 1,208 pop · 2.4 mi Dresser, WI 1,037 pop · 3.4 mi Shafer, MN 1,151 pop · 6.7 mi Osceola, WI 2,818 pop · 7.2 mi Lindstrom, MN 4,933 pop · 10.8 mi Luck, WI 1,185 pop · 13.9 mi Chisago City, MN 5,629 pop · 14.6 mi Amery, WI 2,959 pop · 14.7 mi Scandia, MN 3,966 pop · 15.0 mi North Branch, MN 11,182 pop · 16.9 mi Wyoming, MN 8,063 pop · 17.4 mi Stacy, MN 1,992 pop · 17.6 mi Frederic, WI 1,148 pop · 18.4 mi Somerset, WI 3,084 pop · 19.9 mi

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