Redwood Falls

Phone:	(507) 616-7400
Fax:	(507) 637-2417
Email:	info@ci.redwood-falls.mn.us
Web Site:	https://ci.redwood-falls.mn.us/
Address:	333 South Washington Steeet PO Box 526
Zip:	52283
County:	Redwood
Council Meeting:	Times: 1st & 3rd Tuesday 5 pm
Population:	4990

City of Redwood Falls

Population

Total Population

5,187

Population
Growth Rate

-0.15%

Median Age

43

Diversity Index

33.100

Housing & Income

Households

2,237

Total Housing Units

2,466

Owner Occupied

1,524

Renter Occupied

713

Vacant

229

Median Home Value

$113,434

Average Home Value

$149,688

Income
Growth Rate

Median
Household Income

-0.14%

Per Capita Income

1.82%

Income Projection

Median Household

$47,841 $50,445

Average Household

$64,412 $70,531

Per Capita

$27,695 $30,306

Workforce

Total Businesses

341

Total Employed

3,701

Workers 16+

2,323

HealthCare/Social Assist

Businesses

37

Employed

711

Retail Trade Businesses

Businesses

49

Employed

616

Educational Services - Businesses

Businesses

7

Employed

404

Other Service excl Pub Admin

Businesses

54

Employed

344

Wholesale Trade Businesses

Businesses

7

Employed

277

Accommodation/Food Service

Businesses

15

Employed

246

Some
High School

198

Graduated
High School

1,258

Associates
Degree

333

Bachelor's
Degree

555

Graduate
Degree

238

Average Commute Time

13 min.

Resident Commuters

2,051

Non-Resident Commuters

272

Drive Alone

1,825

Carpooled

188

Public

41

Work At Home

162

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Preparing the Workforce for the Future

Projections indicate that Minnesota may have 400,000 unfilled jobs by 2024 due to a wave of Baby Boomer retirements and a shortage of skilled workers to take their place. While two-thirds of these jobs require post secondary education or training, a four-year college degree isn't always necessary.

Thanks to a generous donation from philanthropist Orrin Estebo, the Redwood Falls Area School District will have the tools to proactively address the imminent workforce skills gap to ensure talent needs are met in areas like manufacturing, construction and healthcare.

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The Redwood Area Communities Foundation: A Core Supporter of the Community

The Redwood Area Communities Foundation is an IRS 501(c)(3) non-profit entity organized for the welfare and benefit of Redwood County residents and organizations. The RACF’s focus is on those who live or have their principal place of business in Redwood County or within a 10 mile radius. The RACF was established in 1988.

Redwood Area Communities Foundation works hand in hand with the Redwood Area Development Corporation to improve the quality of life for local communities and their residents, to benefit public school districts and any charitable organizations operating in Redwood County and to provide scholarships and loans to students living here.

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A&W Furniture and Laney Lu's Boutique Stands Firm Despite COVID-19

_{COVID-19 brought many challenges to people and businesses alike during the past few months. While some stores have been forced to permanently close their doors, many are able to survive, and even thrive, in the face of this adversity. A&W Furniture is one store that remains stronger than ever.}

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Schult Homes has been a long standing member of the Redwood community and the Redwood Area Development Corporation. The company opened its doors in the area in 1974, and has been building beautiful homes with superior workmanship in the region since. Scott Thomas, Facility General Manager of Schult Homes, explains how being located in Redwood Falls has positively impacted the business and the area.

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