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La Valle, WI

Wisconsin

La Valle is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 334. Residents earn $70,625 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
334 Population 835/sq mi density
$70,625 Median Income $28,636 per capita
$118,600 Home Value
$1,018 Median Rent 22.5% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$70,625 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$118,600 home value, $1,018/mo rent
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
5.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,625
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $118,600
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.8%
83% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,018
12% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.8%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.7%
70% lower than US avg

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

People

Population334
Median Age31.9 yrs
Density835/mi²
Male / Female58% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans4.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,625
Per Capita$28,636
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty3.7%
County GDP$1,004M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$118,600
Rent$1,018
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units144
Rent Burden22.5%

Health

Obesity39.8%
Uninsured8.0%
Smoking15.9%
Depression25.9%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain39.6 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation894 ft (272 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.8%
High School+90.0%
Graduate+3.7%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 43%
Commute24 min
Broadband80.5%
Libraries3

Is La Valle a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, La Valle receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. La Valle offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in La Valle is $70,625, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. Only 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in La Valle is $118,600, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,018 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

La Valle experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.6 inches, including 43.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

La Valle has a population of 334 with a density of 835 people per square mile. The median age is 31.9 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.7%).

Population

334
Total Population
835
People / sq mi
31.9yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.5%
Female 42.5%

Race & Ethnicity

La Valle vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.8%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.2%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

La Valle vs U.S. Average

The median household income in La Valle is $70,625, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: La Valle vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,625
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,636
Avg Weekly Wage$900
IRS Avg AGI$62,197

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.7%
70% below US avg
Establishments (County)542
County GDP$1,004M

Business (County)

Restaurants35
Healthcare52
Retail57
Manufacturing27

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,543
58% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.67%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.6 min
Drive Alone89.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.0%

Walkability

The median home value in La Valle is $118,600, 58% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,018 (12% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$118,600
58% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,018
12% below US avg
Rent Burden22.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$797
1 Bedroom$872
2 Bedrooms$1,097
3 Bedrooms$1,405
4 Bedrooms$1,572

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.1%
Housing Units144
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,543
58% above US avg
Effective Rate4.67%
In La Valle, 39.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.0% of residents lack health insurance. 15.9% are current smokers. 25.9% report depression. 27.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.8%
24% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure28.6%
Asthma11.0%
COPD5.9%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.9%
14% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.2%
Physical Inactivity27.9%
Depression25.9%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress12.8%
Short Sleep33.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.2%
Uninsured8.0%
7% below US avg
Checkup Rate73.9%
Dental Visits68.7%
Premature Death7,313/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access43.3%
Healthcare Facilities52
La Valle has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.6 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.3°F
14% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.6 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall43.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation894 ft (272 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density835/sq mi
Coordinates43.5827°N, 90.1302°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55103
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 5.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (83% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 13.1-point margin. 80.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56%
D 42.8%

Winner: Republican by 13.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.8%
83% below US avg
High School+90.0%
Graduate Degree+3.7%
School Test Score5.81
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density835/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.5%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities52
Restaurants35
Retail Stores57

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.6 min
Drive Alone89.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.0%

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