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La Crosse, VA

Virginia

La Crosse is a small town in Virginia with a population of 530. Residents earn $35,938 per year, which is 52% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
530 Population 434/sq mi density
$35,938 Median Income $16,957 per capita
$105,000 Home Value $165,020 Zillow
$966 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
60°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$35,938 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$105,000 home value, $966/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $35,938
52% lower than US avg
Home Value $105,000
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.9%
59% lower than US avg
Median Rent $966
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 46.0%
43% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 28.6%
131% higher than US avg

How La Crosse Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population530
Median Age43.7 yrs
Density434/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 66%
Veterans9.1%

Economy

C+
Median Income$35,938
Per Capita$16,957
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty28.6%
County GDP$1,602M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$105,000
Rent$966
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$165,020
Housing Units331
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity46.0%
Uninsured16.3%
Smoking20.0%
Depression24.7%
Heart Disease7.4%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)
AQI35 (Good)
Rain43.5 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation479 ft (146 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.9%
High School+77.8%
Graduate+1.0%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute17 min
Broadband48.8%
Libraries4

Is La Crosse a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, La Crosse receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. 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 $35,938, 52% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. The poverty rate of 28.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in La Crosse is $105,000, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $966 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

La Crosse enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

La Crosse has a population of 530 with a density of 434 people per square mile. The median age is 43.7 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (66.4%), with 25.7% Black.

Population

530
Total Population
434
People / sq mi
43.7yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56%
Female 44%

Race & Ethnicity

La Crosse vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only65.0%
17% below US avg
Spanish35.0%
161% above US avg

Social Characteristics

La Crosse vs U.S. Average

The median household income in La Crosse is $35,938, which is 52% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 28.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: La Crosse vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$35,938
52% below US avg
Per Capita Income$16,957
Avg Weekly Wage$976
IRS Avg AGI$62,111

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate28.6%
131% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,062
County GDP$1,602M

Business (County)

Restaurants76
Healthcare76
Retail153
Manufacturing25

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,507
28% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.39%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.2 min
Drive Alone91.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.0%

Walkability

The median home value in La Crosse is $105,000, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $966 (17% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $165,020.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$105,000
63% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$165,020

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$966
17% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,137
1 Bedroom$1,181
2 Bedrooms$1,369
3 Bedrooms$1,787
4 Bedrooms$2,126

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied50.2%
Housing Units331
Median Year Built1962

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,507
28% below US avg
Effective Rate2.39%
In La Crosse, 46.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 16.3% of residents lack health insurance. 20.0% are current smokers. 24.7% report depression. 35.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: La Crosse vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity46.0%
43% above US avg
Diabetes17.4%
Heart Disease7.4%
High Blood Pressure41.2%
Asthma12.3%
COPD9.2%
Cancer5.8%
Stroke4.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.0%
43% above US avg
Binge Drinking12.7%
Physical Inactivity35.7%
Depression24.7%
Mental Distress20.6%
Physical Distress17.7%
Short Sleep45.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate72.9%
Uninsured16.3%
90% above US avg
Checkup Rate78.4%
Dental Visits48.9%
Premature Death12,700/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access55.7%
Healthcare Facilities76
La Crosse has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.5 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average60.3°F
12% above US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.5 inches
15% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation479 ft (146 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.2 km²)
Population Density434/sq mi
Coordinates36.7014°N, 78.0945°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS51117
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 13.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (59% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 20.8-point margin. 48.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.2%
D 39.4%

Winner: Republican by 20.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.9%
59% below US avg
High School+77.8%
Graduate Degree+1.0%
School Test Score5.58
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density434/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access48.8%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities76
Restaurants76
Retail Stores153

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.2 min
Drive Alone91.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.0%

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