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La Farge, WI
Full City Profile · Wisconsin · Vernon County County
La Farge, WI
At a Glance
How La Farge Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows La Farge's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is La Farge a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
La Farge residents earn a median household income of $39,200 , which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,494. The unemployment rate stands at 3.2% (11% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 23.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 828 business establishments, including 63 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in La Farge is $111,300 , 61% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $201,073. Median rent is $725/month, with 21.9% 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 1956.
Safety & Crime
La Farge reports 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 789/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
7.4% of adults in La Farge hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% below the national average). 88.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
La Farge has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 38.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.