Cost of Living in River Falls, WI
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
120.5
100 = national avg
+20.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$53,036
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$125,359
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing140.2
Food109.7
Transportation99.6
Healthcare107.7
Utilities113.9
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,405
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,709
per month
The overall cost of living index in River Falls is 120.5, which is 20.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 140.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $53,036 per year to cover basic expenses.