Thief River Falls, MN

Minnesota · Pennington County

Thief River Falls is a small city in Minnesota with a population of 8,841. Residents earn $65,244 per year, which is 13% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.2 /5.0

B Good

8,841 Population 1,474/sq mi density

$65,244 Median Income $39,007 per capita

$169,300 Home Value $184,400 Zillow

$884 Median Rent 23.4% income on rent

40°F Avg Temperature 200 sunny days/yr

68 Violent Crime/100K 1,496 property/100K

Overall

3.2 / 5.0

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

Economy

4.2 / 5.0

$65,244 median income, 1.5% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$169,300 home value, $884/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

68 violent crimes/100K (82% below avg)

C+

Education

2.5 / 5.0

19.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $65,244

13% lower than US avg

Home Value $169,300

40% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 68/100K

82% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 19.3%

43% lower than US avg

Median Rent $884

24% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 41.0%

28% higher than US avg

Unemployment 1.5%

58% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 7.5%

40% lower than US avg

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

People

Population8,841

Median Age38.9 yrs

Density1,474/mi²

Male / Female50% / 50%

Largest GroupWhite 91%

Veterans5.6%

Economy

Median Income$65,244

Per Capita$39,007

Unemployment1.5%

Poverty7.5%

County GDP$2,743M

Commute12 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$169,300

Rent$884

Ownership62.6%

Zillow$184,400

Housing Units4,442

Rent Burden23.4%

Crime

Violent68/100K

Property1,496/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault23/100K

Burglary261/100K

Health

Obesity41.0%

Uninsured8.5%

Smoking16.5%

Depression26.4%

Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)

AQI36 (Good)

Sunny Days200/yr

Elevation1,119 ft (341 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+19.3%

High School+94.5%

Graduate+5.7%

School Score6.12

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%

Commute12 min

Broadband89.5%

EV Stations2

Libraries1

Is Thief River Falls a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Thief River Falls receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Thief River Falls offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Thief River Falls is $65,244, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. Only 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Thief River Falls is $169,300, 40% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $884 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Thief River Falls is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 68 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,496 per 100,000, 24% below the national average.

Education

19.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Thief River Falls has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 200 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Thief River Falls has a population of 8,841 with a density of 1,474 people per square mile, spread across 5.2 square miles. The median age is 38.9 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.8% female and 50.2% male. The city is predominantly White (90.6%), with 2.6% Hispanic, 1.8% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 94.1% of residents, while 5.9% speak Spanish. 5.6% of the population are veterans. 16.8% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 97.2% have health insurance coverage.

Population

8,841

Total Population

1,474

People / sq mi

38.9yrs

Median Age

0% below US avg

5.2mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%

Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Thief River Falls vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 94.1%

20% above US avg

Spanish 5.9%

56% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Thief River Falls vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Thief River Falls is $65,244, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $39,007. The average weekly wage is $1,076, 25% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 418 business establishments, including 36 restaurants. The cost of living index is 98.6, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 8.3% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Thief River Falls vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$65,244
	13% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$39,007
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,076
IRS Avg AGI	$66,431
Gini Index	0.388 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	1.5%
	58% below US avg
Poverty Rate	7.5%
	40% below US avg
Establishments (County)	418
County GDP	$2,743M

Business (County)

Restaurants	36
Healthcare	43
Retail	67
Manufacturing	15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$3,970
	13% above US avg
Cost of Living	98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	2.34%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	11.6 min
Drive Alone	75.2%
Public Transit	0.5%
Work from Home	8.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Thief River Falls is $169,300, 40% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $184,400. Monthly rent averages $884 (24% 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. 62.6% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 4,442 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1970. The average annual property tax is $3,970. 23.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$169,300
	40% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$184,400

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$884
	24% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)	$1,040
Rent Burden	23.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	62.6%
Owner-Occupied	62.6%
Renter-Occupied	37.4%
Housing Units	4,442
Median Year Built	1970

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$3,970
	13% above US avg
Effective Rate	2.34%

In Thief River Falls, 41.0% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.6% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.4% of residents. 30.1% have high blood pressure. 16.5% are current smokers. 20.7% report binge drinking. 24.3% are physically inactive. 26.4% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 17.9% experience frequent mental distress. 8.5% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,253. The dentist ratio is 1:1,731. 68.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.7 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	41.0%
	28% above US avg
Diabetes	9.6%
Heart Disease	5.4%
High Blood Pressure	30.1%
Asthma	10.7%
COPD	5.6%
Cancer	7.3%
Stroke	2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	16.5%
	18% above US avg
Binge Drinking	20.7%
Physical Inactivity	24.3%
Depression	26.4%
Mental Distress	17.9%
Physical Distress	12.2%
Short Sleep	31.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	97.2%
Uninsured	8.5%
	1% below US avg
Primary Care	1:1,253
Dentists	1:1,731
Mental Health	1:298
Checkup Rate	72.4%
Dental Visits	63.3%
Premature Death	7,574/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.7/10
Exercise Access	68.0%
Healthcare Facilities	43

Thief River Falls has a violent crime rate of 68 per 100,000 residents, 82% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 22.7 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 45.3. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 1,496 per 100,000, 24% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,178, burglary at 261, vehicle theft at 57 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Thief River Falls receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	68.0/100K
	82% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	45.3/100K
Robbery	0.0/100K
Assault	22.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	1,495.8/100K
	24% below US avg
Burglary	260.6/100K
Theft	1,178.5/100K
Vehicle Theft	56.7/100K
Arson	11.3/100K

Traffic Safety

Traffic Accidents	1
Avg Accident Severity	2.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Thief River Falls has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 63°F. The area gets 200 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36. The city sits at an elevation of 1,119 feet.

Temperature

5°F Jan (-15°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)

Annual Average	39.9°F
	26% below US avg
January Average	5°F (-15°C)
July Average	68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days	200 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	1,119 ft (341 m)
Area	5.2 sq mi (13.5 km²)
Population Density	1,474/sq mi
Coordinates	48.1112°N, 96.1776°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Pennington County County
Nearest Airport	Thief River Falls Regional (TVF) 3 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Wettest Month (Jun) 3.58"

Driest Month (Feb) 0.43"

Air Quality

AQI Median	36.0
Rating	Good

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Low
Risk Score	47.0 / 100
Social Vulnerability	19.3 / 100
Community Resilience	96.8 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

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

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

Tornado History

335 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 7 fatalities, 74 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Aug 27, 2016	EF3	98 km	0
Jun 17, 2010	EF3	52 km	1
Aug 11, 1958	EF3	80 km	0
Jun 24, 2023	EF2	97 km	0
Jun 8, 2019	EF2	68 km	0
Jun 29, 2018	EF2	64 km	0
Jul 11, 2017	EF2	99 km	0
Aug 28, 2016	EF2	70 km	0
Jun 27, 2015	EF2	100 km	0
Jul 21, 2014	EF2	68 km	0
Jul 22, 2013	EF2	92 km	0
Aug 10, 2010	EF2	93 km	0
Jun 17, 2010	EF2	87 km	0
Jul 11, 2008	EF2	94 km	0
Aug 26, 2007	EF2	73 km	0
Jun 23, 2005	EF2	50 km	0
Jun 23, 2005	EF2	64 km	0
May 21, 2005	EF2	43 km	0
Jul 14, 1999	EF2	71 km	0
Jun 27, 1997	EF2	77 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950-2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (131,401 ac, 1987).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
1987	UNNAMED	131,401	54 km
2003	REINER 36	67,641	55 km
1989	UNNAMED	66,422	54 km
1990	UNNAMED	43,533	53 km
1991	UNNAMED	37,840	58 km
1990	UNNAMED	32,693	57 km
2011	JUNEBERRY 3	29,455	89 km
1987	SANDY LAKE	26,617	54 km
1990	UNNAMED	26,345	31 km
1991	UNNAMED	22,647	99 km
1988	UNNAMED	22,262	88 km
2007	UNNAMED	21,954	87 km
1988	UNNAMED	17,778	86 km
1998	RL3	14,882	58 km
1988	UNNAMED	14,432	96 km
2018	2018 HIGHWAY 1 RXB	13,170	58 km
2021	OXCART	12,538	43 km
1987	UNNAMED	10,819	20 km
2018	NORTH COUNTY ROAD 7	9,471	93 km
1987	UNNAMED	9,281	58 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	5°F (-15°C)	0.6 in	Coldest
February	11°F (-12°C)	0.4 in	Driest
March	24°F (-5°C)	0.8 in
April	41°F (5°C)	1.5 in
May	55°F (13°C)	2.5 in
June	64°F (18°C)	3.6 in	Wettest
July	68°F (20°C)	3.2 in	Warmest
August	66°F (19°C)	3.1 in
September	56°F (13°C)	2.6 in
October	44°F (6°C)	1.5 in
November	25°F (-4°C)	0.8 in
December	10°F (-12°C)	0.6 in

Thief River Falls has a seasonal temperature swing of 63°F / from 5°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.6") and February the driest (0.4").

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Thief River Falls is located in Pennington County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K-20K, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 19.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 43% below the national average of 33.7%. 94.5% have completed high school. 5.7% 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 64.6% of the vote, a 31.5-point margin. 89.5% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 2 EV charging stations. There are 1 public libraries serving the community. 43 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 75.2% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.6%

D 33.1%

Winner: Republican by 31.5 points

Safety & Disasters

Traffic Accidents	1
Avg Accident Severity	2.0 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	19.3%
	43% below US avg
High School+	94.5%
Graduate Degree+	5.7%
School Test Score	6.12

C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 6	Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K-20K, adjacent
Population Density	1,474/sq mi
Total Area	5.2 sq mi
County	Pennington County County

Services

Broadband Access	89.5%
Avg Download Speed	97.5 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	78.6 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	2
Alt Fuel Stations	2
Public Libraries	1
Healthcare Facilities	43
Restaurants	36
Retail Stores	67

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	11.6 min
Drive Alone	75.2%
Public Transit	0.5%
Work from Home	8.3%

Average costs for common services in Thief River 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	$948
Toddler	$893
Preschool	$821
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$621
Toddler	$570
Preschool	$570

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Pennington County

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

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Retail Trade	995	63	$28,215	1.02
Manufacturing	933	18	$61,786	1.16
Accommodation & Food Services	514	30	$17,771	0.58
Other Services	247	42	$20,818	0.84
Transportation & Warehousing	215	22	$65,497	0.52
Construction	163	31	$61,305	0.32
Finance & Insurance	156	23	$69,820	0.39
Arts & Entertainment	88	12	$13,543	0.53
Professional & Technical Services	78	18	$64,885	0.11
Agriculture & Forestry	53	18	$49,494	0.67
Information & Technology	52	4	$51,660	0.28
Real Estate	11	13	$22,236	0.07

Colleges & Universities in Thief River Falls

Institution	Type	Enrollment	Acceptance	In-State Tuition	Out-of-State
Northland Community and Technical College	Public · Associate	3,275	-	$6,262	$6,262

Hospitals in Thief River Falls

Hospital	Type	CMS Rating	Emergency	Phone
SANFORD BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CENTER	Psychiatric	-	Yes	(218) 681-4240
SANFORD THIEF RIVER FALLS MEDICAL CENTER	Critical Access Hospitals	-	Yes	(218) 683-2652

Schools in Thief River Falls

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
CHALLENGER ELEMENTARY	Elementary	783	57	13.7:1
LINCOLN SENIOR HIGH	High	570	33	17.3:1
FRANKLIN MIDDLE	Middle	421	27	15.6:1

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Radio Stations near Thief River Falls

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
Pioneer PolkaCast	-	MP3 128 kbps
Neon 90	-	MP3 128 kbps

National Parks Near Thief River Falls

4 national parks and monuments found near Thief River Falls.

Park	Type	Fee
Hayes Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Itasca State Park	State Park	Free
Lake Bronson State Park	State Park	Free
Old Mill State Park	State Park	Free

Historical Trends - Thief River Falls

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	8,748	$40,697
2015	8,773	$40,271
2017	8,812	$43,946
2019	8,799	$49,790
2021	8,674	$55,998
2023	8,835	$65,244

Museums in Thief River Falls

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
HERITAGE COMMUNITY CENTER	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2186812793	$48,617
PENNINGTON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	PO BOX 127	2186815767	$46,527
TRI RIVER PIONEERS	HISTORY MUSEUM			$32,140
ART GALLERY	ART MUSEUM

Libraries in Thief River Falls

Name	Address	Staff	Annual Visits	Circulation	Collection	Programs
NORTHWEST REGIONAL LIBRARY	210 LABREE AVENUE NORTH	0.0	211,920

Farmers Markets in Thief River Falls

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Thief River Falls Farmers Market	Corner of 3rd Street and Duluth Ave.	06/16/2018 to 10/06/2018	Tue: 3:30 PM-6:00 PM;Sat: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM;

Hotels in Thief River Falls

3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

C'mon Inn Hotel & Suites

GrandStay Hotel & Suites

Quality Inn

Restaurants in Thief River Falls

6 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Biff's Kitchen

Black Cat Bar and Grill

Las Ranitas Mexican Restaurant

Pizza Hut

South China Buffet

Sundance Dining

Cinemas in Thief River Falls

1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Falls Cinema

Clinics in Thief River Falls

2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Sanford Thief River Falls East Campus

US #545909579

Gas Stations in Thief River Falls

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cenex

Circle K

Banks in Thief River Falls

3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Border State Bank

Soo Select Credit Union

Wells Fargo

Nursing Homes in Thief River Falls

2 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility	Ownership	Beds	Residents	Overall	Health	Staffing	Quality	Phone
THIEF RIVER CARE CENTER 2001 EASTWOOD DRIVE	Non profit - Corporation	70	65	4/5	-	4/5	5/5	2186838101
OAKLAND PARK COMMUNITIES 123 BAKEN STREET	For profit - Corporation	35	26	2/5	-	4/5	2/5	2186811675

Pharmacies in Thief River Falls

6 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
HUGO'S FAMILY MARKETPLACE - 7	215 PENNINGTON AVENUE	218-681-8555
KMART	1547 HIGHWAY 59 SOUTH	218-681-0460
SANFORD CLINIC THIEF RIVER FALLS	1720 HIGHWAY 59 SOUTH	218-683-2725
SANFORD MEDICAL CENTER	120 LABREE AVENUE SOUTH	218-681-4240
THRIFTY WHITE DRUG - 736	201 HORACE AVENUE NORTH	218-681-2932
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 3761	1755 HIGHWAY 59 SOUTH	218-683-3655

EV Charging Stations in Thief River Falls

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	DC Fast	Connectors	Access
1112 3rd St W	1112 3rd St W	EV Connect		2	J1772COMBO	public

Cell Towers in Thief River Falls

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
WEST SIDE OF US HWY 59; 1.3 MI. WEST OF INTERSEC. OF HWY 59 & COUNTY HWY 63	TOWER	113
1ST STREET NORTHEAST (107959)	GTOWER	96
1ST STREET NORTHEAST (107959)	GTOWER	96
(Plummer) 21027 220th AVE SE	LTOWER	78

Fire Stations in Thief River Falls

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Thief River Falls Fire Department	320 2ND ST E	Mostly volunteer			218-681-3943

Power Plants Near Thief River Falls

Name	Type	Primary Fuel	Capacity (MW)	Status
THIEF RIVER FALLS	CONVENTIONAL HYDROELECTRIC; PETROLEUM LIQUIDS	221112	-96.2	OP

Bridges in Thief River Falls

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1934	315	9,400	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2009	303	6,900	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1956	175	5,800	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1950	306	5,200	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1970	199	940	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2020	295	810	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Concrete	1967	52	530	G
Culvert	Concrete	1982	32	350	G
Culvert	Concrete	1994	30	285	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1995	196	285	G
Tee Beam	Prestressed concrete	1978	172	260	G
Slab	Concrete	1997	52	185	G
Slab	Concrete	1994	52	180	G
Slab	Concrete	1996	52	75	G
Slab	Concrete	1996	44	55	G
Culvert	Concrete	1992	48	55	G
Slab	Concrete	1998	52	30	G
Tee Beam	Prestressed concrete	1985	138	30	G
Slab	Concrete	1994	52	3	G
Slab	Concrete	1994	52	2	G

Correctional Facilities in Thief River Falls

Name	Address	Type	Population	Capacity	Status
PENNINGTON COUNTY JAIL	102 1ST STREET WEST	COUNTY	30	28	OPEN
NMJC THIEF RIVER FALLS SATELLITE HOME	118 N. SPRUCE AVENUE	LOCAL	2	5	OPEN
PENNINGTON COUNTY JAIL ANNEX	102 1ST ST W	COUNTY	-999	-999	OPEN

Airports Near Thief River Falls

27 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Thief River Falls Regional Airport	TVF	Medium Airport
Anderson Field	-	Small Airport
Arthur Field	-	Small Airport
Chanlin Field	-	Small Airport
Crookston Municipal Kirkwood Field	CKN	Small Airport
Fertile Municipal Airport	-	Small Airport
Fosston Municipal Airport-Anderson Field	-	Small Airport
Gasper Airport	-	Small Airport
Grygla Municipal Airport - Mel Wilkens Field	-	Small Airport
Hagens Private Airport	-	Small Airport
Hemmingsen Private Airport	-	Small Airport
Johnson Airport	-	Small Airport
Kaml Airstrip	-	Small Airport
Karlstad Municipal Airport	-	Small Airport
Klamar Field	-	Small Airport
Klamar Field Number 2	-	Small Airport
Lake Bronson Airport	-	Small Airport
Nielsville Airport	-	Small Airport
Oak Lake Air Strip	-	Small Airport
Paul Field	-	Small Airport
Pulkrabek Landing Field	-	Small Airport
Red Lake Falls Municipal Airport	-	Small Airport
Roan Airport	-	Small Airport
Roseau Municipal Rudy Billberg Field	ROX	Small Airport
Stephen Municipal Airport	-	Small Airport
Warren Municipal Airport	-	Small Airport
Willis Airport	-	Small Airport

Police Stations in Thief River Falls

2 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
Law Enforcement Center	102 1st Street West
Red Lake County Sheriff's Office

Grocery Stores in Thief River Falls

9 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
CASEY'S 5317	Convenience Store	1930 US Highway 59 SE
Dollar Tree 3608	Other	1775 Highway 59 S
Erls Food Market	Grocery Store	103 8th St E
Holiday Stationstore 2746197	Convenience Store	1503 Highway 59 S
Hugo's 7	Super Store	215 Pennington Ave
Northdale Oil Inc	Convenience Store	220 Main Ave S
Papa Murphys MN113	Specialty Store	1845 Highway 59 S
Thief River Falls Farmers Market	Farmers and Markets	200 3rd Street
Walmart SUPER CENTER 3761	Super Store	1755 Highway 59 S

Treatment Centers in Thief River Falls

1 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Sanford Behavioral Health Center	Mental Health	218-683-4351

DOL Wage Violations in Thief River Falls

1 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $6,458 in back wages owed to 26 employees.

Violations

$6,458

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
Falls Diversity Abilities Corporation	-	-	56701	-	1	$6,458	$248	26

Churches & Religious Organizations in Thief River Falls

11 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
COMMUNITY CHURCH	17042 16OTH AVENUE NE
EAGLES VIEW CHURCH AND OUTREACH CENTER	PO BOX 507
EVANGELICAL COVENANT CHURCH THIEF RIVER FALLS MN	1425 3RD ST E
EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH OF THIEF RIVER FALLS MN	211 ARNOLD AVE N
FAITH ASSEMBLY OF GOD OF THIEF RIVER FALLS MINNESOTA	246 KENDALL AVE N
OAK RIDGE LUTHERAN CHURCH	14376 180TH ST NW
RIVER OF LIFE CHURCH OF THIEF RIVER FALLS INC	PO BOX 57
SACREDSYNC	2001 WASHINGTON AVE
ST BERNARDS CHURCH	105 KNIGHT AVE N
ST JOHN LUTHERAN CHURCH	101 PINE AVE S
ST JOHN LUTHERAN SCHOOL	15671 158TH ST NE

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Frequently Asked Questions About Thief River Falls

What is the population of Thief River Falls?

Thief River Falls has a population of 8,841 residents and is located in Minnesota. The population density is 1,474 people per square mile, spread across 5.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 38.9 years. The population is 49.8% female and 50.2% male.

Is Thief River Falls expensive to live in?

Thief River 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 $65,244, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $169,300 (40% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $884 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Thief River Falls safe?

Thief River Falls is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 68 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,496 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Thief River Falls receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Thief River Falls?

Thief River Falls has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 5°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 200 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 36.

How is the job market in Thief River Falls?

The job market in Thief River Falls is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,076. There are 418 business establishments in the area, including 36 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 12 minutes, and 8.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Thief River Falls?

The median home value in Thief River Falls is $169,300. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $184,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $884. Fair market rent is $899 for a 1-bedroom and $1,125 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 62.6%. The average annual property tax is $3,970.

How are the schools in Thief River Falls?

Schools in Thief River Falls score 6.1 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 19.3% of adults in Thief River Falls hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.5% have completed high school. 5.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Thief River Falls?

The obesity rate in Thief River Falls is 41.0% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 16.5% of adults are smokers. 24.3% are physically inactive. 26.4% of residents report depression. 8.5% lack health insurance. 68.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,253.

What is transportation like in Thief River Falls?

The average commute in Thief River Falls is 12 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 75.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 8.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Thief River Falls?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Thief River Falls is 90.6% White, 1.8% Black or African American, 2.6% Hispanic or Latino. 94.1% of residents speak only English at home, while 5.9% speak Spanish. 5.6% of the population are military veterans. 16.8% of residents have a disability. 97.2% have health insurance coverage.

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