Black River Falls city, Wisconsin
Black River Falls city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Black River Falls city is a geographic entity located in Jackson County, Wisconsin. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 3,555. The land area covers 4.24 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 3,555 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 42.1 yrs | ±4.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,673 | ±132 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 1,702 | ±128 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,673 | ±132 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 29 | ±43 |
| Median Home Value | $171,800 | ±$27,158 |
| Median Gross Rent | $543 | ±$233 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $66,632 | ±$8,274 |
| Per Capita Income | $38,817 | ±$5,207 |
| Poverty Rate | 9.9% | ±3.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 338 | ±133 |
| Unemployment Rate | 1.4% | ±1.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,596 | ±160 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 88.9% | ±6% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 3,563 (2024)
ID: 205655
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Municipal | Official Local Government |
Contact: DEPUTY CLERK/TREASURER
101 S 2ND ST, BLACK RIVER FALLS WI 54615
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GUS Population: 21,027 (2024)
ID: 177063
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY CLERK
307 MAIN ST, BLACK RIVER FALLS WI 54615-1784
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Education
Listing 7 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Black River Falls | 09-12 | Black River Falls, WI | |
| Regular School Black River Falls | 06-08 | Black River Falls, WI | |
| Alternative School Black River Falls | 12 | Black River Falls, WI | |
| Alternative School Black River Falls | 12 | Black River Falls, WI | |
| Regular School Black River Falls | PK-01 | Black River Falls, WI | |
| Regular School Black River Falls | 02-05 | Black River Falls, WI | |
| 6 Nearby | 6-13 | ETTRICK, WI |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 9 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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BLACK RIVER MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
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Hospital | City address association | 711 W ADAMS ST, BLACK RIVER FALLS, WI, 54615 |
(715) 284-5361
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BLACK RIVER FALLS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 0.8 mi away | 222 FILLMORE ST., BLACK RIVER FALLS, WI, 54615 |
(715) 284-4112
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TAYLOR MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 14.1 mi away | 420 2ND ST., TAYLOR, WI, 54659 |
(715) 662-2310
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BLAIR-PRESTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.6 mi away | 122 S. URBERG AVE., BLAIR, WI, 54616 |
(608) 989-2502
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NEILLSVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 21.5 mi away | 409 HEWETT ST., NEILLSVILLE, WI, 54456 |
(715) 743-2558
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FAIRCHILD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 21.7 mi away | 208 HURON ST., FAIRCHILD, WI, 54741 |
(715) 334-4007
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ETTRICK PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 23.2 mi away | 15570 SCHOOL ST, ETTRICK, WI, 54627 |
(608) 525-3408
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WHITEHALL COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 24.2 mi away | 36351 MAIN ST., WHITEHALL, WI, 54773 |
(715) 538-4107
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SPARTA FREE LIBRARY
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Library | 24.6 mi away | 124 W. MAIN ST., SPARTA, WI, 54656 |
(608) 269-2010
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at BLAIR, WI US, located 19.5 miles from Black River Falls city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24.0° | 4.1° | 14.0° | 1.01" | 10.0" |
| February | 29.3° | 8.2° | 18.8° | 1.21" | 8.5" |
| March | 41.4° | 20.7° | 31.0° | 1.66" | 8.9" |
| April | 55.5° | 32.4° | 43.9° | 3.31" | 2.5" |
| May | 67.6° | 44.7° | 56.2° | 4.76" | 0.0" |
| June | 77.5° | 55.2° | 66.3° | 5.04" | 0.0" |
| July | 81.3° | 58.8° | 70.0° | 4.44" | 0.0" |
| August | 79.4° | 56.2° | 67.8° | 4.64" | 0.0" |
| September | 71.7° | 48.1° | 59.9° | 4.07" | 0.0" |
| October | 57.9° | 34.7° | 46.3° | 2.51" | 0.2" |
| November | 42.4° | 23.9° | 33.1° | 1.78" | 2.2" |
| December | 29.2° | 12.1° | 20.7° | 1.18" | 8.8" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black River Falls city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Sand Pillow CDP | CDP | 4.2 mi | — |
| Mission CDP | CDP | 4.8 mi | — |
| Hatfield CDP | CDP | 9.1 mi | — |
| Alma Center village | Village | 10.2 mi | — |
| Merrillan village | Village | 10.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 5505307900. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.