La Crescent, MN
Full City Profile · Minnesota · La Crosse County County
La Crescent, MN
At a Glance
How La Crescent Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows La Crescent's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is La Crescent a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
La Crescent residents earn a median household income of $82,109 , which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $42,359. The unemployment rate stands at 0.0% (100% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 2.2% 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 La Crescent is $244,500 , 13% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $361,569. Median rent is $1,059/month, with 28.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 98.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1970.
Safety & Crime
La Crescent reports 76 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 80% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 436/100K.
Education
35.7% of adults in La Crescent hold a bachelor's degree or higher (6% above the national average). 92.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
La Crescent has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.2 inches.