Median Income
$55,671
26% lower than US avg
Home Value
$229,600
19% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
21.8%
35% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$955
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.7%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
10.0%
19% lower than US avg
How Valley Falls Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population7,249
Median Age25.6 yrs
Density1,397/mi²
Male / Female39% / 62%
Largest GroupWhite 52%
Economy
B+
Median Income$55,671
Per Capita$26,400
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty10.0%
County GDP$2,342M
Commute21 min
Housing
A
Home Value$229,600
Rent$955
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity38.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease5.6%
Climate
Avg Temp59°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain51.7 in/yr
Elevation748 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+21.8%
High School+87.9%
School Score4.51
Community
2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute21 min
Libraries3
Is Valley Falls a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Valley Falls receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Valley Falls offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Valley Falls is $55,671, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. 10.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Valley Falls is $229,600, 19% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $955 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
21.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Valley Falls enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Valley Falls has a population of 7,249 with a density of 1,397 people per square mile. The median age is 25.6 years, 34% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (51.9%), with 34.8% Black.
Population
25.6yrs
Median Age
34% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Valley Falls vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 89.5% |
| 14% above US avg |
| Spanish | 10.5% |
| 22% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Valley Falls vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Valley Falls is $55,671, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Income: Valley Falls vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $55,671 |
| 26% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $26,400 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $928 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $54,729 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.9% |
| 19% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 10.0% |
| 19% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 988 |
| County GDP | $2,342M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 86 |
| Healthcare | 80 |
| Retail | 197 |
| Manufacturing | 65 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,948 |
| 44% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.85% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 21.2 min |
| Work from Home | 3.1% |
The median home value in Valley Falls is $229,600, 19% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $955 (18% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $229,600 |
| 19% below US avg |
| Median List Price | $361,900 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $361,900 |
| $/Sq Ft | $178 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 99.8% |
| Price Drops | 35.0% |
| Inventory | 40 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $955 |
| 18% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $928 |
| 1 Bedroom | $982 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,155 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,450 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,699 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,948 |
| 44% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 0.85% |
In Valley Falls, 38.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.1% report depression. 27.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Valley Falls vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.7% |
| 21% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.2% |
| Heart Disease | 5.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 35.8% |
| Asthma | 10.0% |
| COPD | 6.7% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.4% |
| Depression | 25.1% |
| Mental Distress | 18.5% |
| Physical Distress | 14.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 85.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 78.2% |
| Premature Death | 14,798/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 58.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 80 |
Crime Rates: Valley Falls vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 16 |
Safety Score
Valley Falls has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
39°F Jan (4°C)
78°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 58.7°F |
| 9% above US avg |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 51.7 inches |
| 36% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 1.2 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 748 ft (228 m) |
| Area | 5.2 sq mi (13.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,397/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.0066°N, 81.9689°W |
| County FIPS | 45021 |