Median Income
$63,500
16% lower than US avg
Home Value
$125,000
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
14.6%
57% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,047
10% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.8%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
11.7%
6% lower than US avg
How La Crosse Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population640
Median Age36.1 yrs
Density1,123/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans5.9%
Economy
B+
Median Income$63,500
Per Capita$24,973
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty11.7%
County GDP$690M
Commute34 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$125,000
Rent$1,047
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$214,555
Rent Burden32.5%
Health
Obesity38.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.7%
Heart Disease7.0%
Climate
Avg Temp49°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain39.5 in/yr
Elevation676 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+14.6%
High School+85.4%
School Score6.01
Community
2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute34 min
Broadband85.0%
Libraries5
Is La Crosse a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, La Crosse receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. La Crosse offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in La Crosse is $63,500, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. 11.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in La Crosse is $125,000, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,047 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
14.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.
Climate & Weather
La Crosse experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.5 inches, including 33.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
La Crosse has a population of 640 with a density of 1,123 people per square mile. The median age is 36.1 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92%), with 4.7% Black.
Population
36.1yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
La Crosse vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 84.3% |
| 7% above US avg |
| Spanish | 15.7% |
| 17% above US avg |
Social Characteristics
La Crosse vs U.S. Average
The median household income in La Crosse is $63,500, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.
Income: La Crosse vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $63,500 |
| 16% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $24,973 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $849 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $58,879 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.5% |
| 58% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 11.7% |
| 6% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 337 |
| County GDP | $690M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 29 |
| Healthcare | 23 |
| Retail | 65 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,765 |
| 21% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.21% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 33.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 89.6% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 5.2% |
The median home value in La Crosse is $125,000, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,047 (10% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $214,555.
Home Values
| Census Median | $125,000 |
| 56% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $214,555 |
| Median List Price | $216,459 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $216,459 |
| $/Sq Ft | $95 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 96.0% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 4 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,047 |
| 10% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 32.5% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $882 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,096 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,391 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,590 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,765 |
| 21% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.21% |
In La Crosse, 38.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.7% report depression. 30.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: La Crosse vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.8% |
| 21% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 13.5% |
| Heart Disease | 7.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 38.2% |
| Asthma | 11.8% |
| COPD | 10.1% |
| Stroke | 3.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.4% |
| Depression | 28.7% |
| Mental Distress | 21.5% |
| Physical Distress | 16.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 81.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.8% |
| Premature Death | 12,710/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 67.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 23 |
Crime Rates: La Crosse vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
Safety Score
La Crosse has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
23°F Jan (-5°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 49.4°F |
| 9% below US avg |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 39.5 inches |
| 4% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 33.6 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 676 ft (206 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,123/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.3178°N, 86.8898°W |
| County FIPS | 18149 |