Thief River Falls, MN

Population: 8,799
Elevation: 1,136 ft
Median Home Value: $175,400
Median Rent: $838/mo
Median Income: $71,144
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OverallBest places in Minnesota Population rankingHighest population places in Minnesota Nearest larger communityGrand Forks, North Dakota44 miles away · 60,365 residents.

About Thief River Falls

Known locally as TRF, Thief River Falls sits in northwestern Minnesota right where the Thief and Red Lake rivers come together. Home to nearly 9,000 residents, it offers a welcoming, small-town atmosphere backed by great schools, scenic parks, and a strong sense of community. The quiet neighborhoods and easy access to the water make it a comfortable spot for anyone looking for a relaxed pace of life.

For a town of its size, Thief River Falls has a surprisingly strong job market, thanks to major local employers like DigiKey Electronics and Arctic Cat, along with Northland Community and Technical College. Daily life centers around the outdoors throughout every season, with miles of groomed snowmobile trails in the winter, peaceful river boating in the summer, and regular community gatherings and hockey games at the Ralph Engelstad Arena.

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Lower FEMA County Hurricane Risk IndexA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingSmall Town FitA+99.1rating

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