Redwood Falls city, Minnesota
Redwood Falls city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Redwood Falls city is a geographic entity located in Redwood County, Minnesota. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 5,040. The land area covers 5.74 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 5,040 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 43.2 yrs | ±3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 2,197 | ±108 | 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 | 2,500 | ±108 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 2,197 | ±108 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 303 | ±115 |
| Median Home Value | $162,100 | ±$9,166 |
| Median Gross Rent | $832 | ±$46 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $61,750 | ±$13,989 |
| Per Capita Income | $32,604 | ±$3,076 |
| Poverty Rate | 17.2% | ±5.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 852 | ±283 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.3% | ±1.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 2,231 | ±206 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 90.7% | ±2.4% |
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: 5,038 (2024)
ID: 106885
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Municipal | Official Local Government |
Contact: DEPUTY CITY CLERK
PO BOX 526, REDWOOD FALLS MN 56283-0526
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GUS Population: 15,254 (2024)
ID: 208445
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: ADMINISTRATOR
PO BOX 130, REDWOOD FALLS MN 56283-0130
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | FRANKLIN, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | MORGAN, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | REDWOOD FALLS, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | REDWOOD FALLS, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | REDWOOD FALLS, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | REDWOOD FALLS, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | WABASSO, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | WABASSO, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | WABASSO, MN | |
| 1 Nearby | 2-11 | WABASSO, MN |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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CENTRACARE - REDWOOD
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Hospital | City address association | 100 FALLWOOD ROAD, REDWOOD FALLS, MN, 56283 |
(507) 637-4500
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REDWOOD FALLS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 0.9 mi away | 509 SOUTH LINCOLN STREET, REDWOOD FALLS, MN, 56283 |
(507) 616-7420
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MORGAN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.2 mi away | 210 VERNON AVENUE, MORGAN, MN, 56266 |
(507) 249-3153
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WABASSO PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.5 mi away | 1248 OAK ST, WABASSO, MN, 56293 |
(507) 342-5279
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OLIVIA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.7 mi away | 405 SOUTH 10TH STREET, OLIVIA, MN, 56277 |
(320) 523-1738
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RENVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.9 mi away | 221 N. MAIN STREET, RENVILLE, MN, 56284 |
(320) 329-8193
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BIRD ISLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 18.3 mi away | 260 S. MAIN, BIRD ISLAND, MN, 55310 |
(320) 365-4640
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FAIRFAX PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 18.7 mi away | 101 1ST STREET SE, FAIRFAX, MN, 55332 |
(507) 426-7269
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SPRINGFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 21.9 mi away | 120 NORTH CASS AVENUE, SPRINGFIELD, MN, 56087 |
(507) 723-3510
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LAMBERTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 23.1 mi away | 101 E 2ND AVENUE, LAMBERTON, MN, 56152 |
(507) 752-7220
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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 REDWOOD FALLS, MN US, located 0.3 miles from Redwood 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 | 22.6° | 4.3° | 13.5° | 0.67" | 7.1" |
| February | 28.2° | 8.4° | 18.3° | 0.92" | 9.3" |
| March | 40.1° | 20.9° | 30.5° | 1.63" | 8.9" |
| April | 56.0° | 33.6° | 44.8° | 2.86" | 3.9" |
| May | 69.1° | 46.3° | 57.7° | 4.10" | 0.1" |
| June | 78.7° | 57.4° | 68.0° | 4.99" | 0.0" |
| July | 83.2° | 60.5° | 71.9° | 3.71" | 0.0" |
| August | 81.1° | 58.9° | 70.0° | 4.23" | 0.0" |
| September | 74.1° | 50.0° | 62.0° | 3.14" | 0.0" |
| October | 59.5° | 36.4° | 47.9° | 2.38" | 0.5" |
| November | 42.1° | 23.6° | 32.8° | 1.31" | 4.4" |
| December | 27.8° | 11.6° | 19.7° | 0.95" | 9.4" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Redwood Falls city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Morton city | City | 5.6 mi | — |
| Delhi city | City | 6.8 mi | — |
| Franklin city | City | 10.6 mi | — |
| Clements city | City | 11.6 mi | — |
| Belview city | City | 12.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2712753656. • 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.