Median Age
45 Years
Largest Age Group
60-69 Years
Approximately 15% of Residents
Under 20
22%
Over 65
24%
International Falls
International Falls, MN Area Guide
Avg Rent
$341
Population
5,579
Renter Mix
30% Rent
The Icebox of the Nation lies just south of the Canadian border
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Scenic
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Riverside
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Quaint
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Located just across the Rainy River from Canada, International Falls offers a true small-town atmosphere in a scenic, park-like environment. Nicknamed the “Icebox of the Nation” and “Frostbite Falls,” International Falls is known for its long, cold winters, even garnering attention from numerous companies seeking cold weather testing for their products.
International Falls is lovely all year, offering ample opportunities for outdoor recreation at the sprawling Voyageurs National Park, on the Rainy River, Blue Ox/Voyager Trail, and at the countless wooded areas surrounding the community.
The area’s natural beauty lends a tranquil feel to the many apartments and townhomes available for rent in International Falls. The community enjoys access to a quaint downtown area centered on 3rd Street, as well as Rainy River State Junior College.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$56,234
Average: $65,252
Education
891
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
2,607
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
International Falls has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
30%
Non-Renters
70%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
12%
Other Education
88%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in International Falls, MN is $341 for one bedroom, and $470 for two bedrooms. Apartment rent in International Falls has increased by 0.8% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$341/month
0 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly International Falls, MN is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
30
/ 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
393 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
Public
Grades 6-12
501 Students
Independent School District 361 - Area Learning Center Program
Public
Grades 6-12
Public
Grades 6-12
Public
Grades 6-12
501 Students
Independent School District 361 - Area Learning Center Program
Public
Grades 6-12
Public
Grades 6-12
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.