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French Island, WI
Full City Profile · Wisconsin · La Crosse County County
French Island, WI
At a Glance
How French Island Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows French Island's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is French Island a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
French Island residents earn a median household income of $59,462 , which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $36,385. The unemployment rate stands at 7.0% (94% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 3,551 business establishments, including 350 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in French Island is $198,200 , 30% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $273,344. Median rent is $983/month, with 24.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 94.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1977.
Safety & Crime
French Island reports 198 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 48% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,952/100K.
Education
26.8% of adults in French Island hold a bachelor's degree or higher (20% below the national average). 97.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
French Island has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 35.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.