Texas · Metropolitan Area
Onalaska is a small town in Texas with a population of 3,133. Residents earn $44,216 per year, which is 41% below the national average.
Based on current data, Onalaska receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Onalaska has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Onalaska is $44,216, 41% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 22.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
The median home value in Onalaska is $121,900, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,021 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
With 763 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,112 per 100,000, 59% above the national average.
4.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Onalaska enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
| English Only | 96.5% |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 3.5% |
| 74% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $44,216 |
| 41% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $27,433 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $877 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $65,578 |
| Unemployment | 6.8% |
| 89% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 22.3% |
| 80% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 299 |
| County GDP | $523M |
| Restaurants | 20 |
| Healthcare | 18 |
| Retail | 34 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,439 |
| 84% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.28% |
| Commute Time | 22.7 min |
| Work from Home | 7.1% |
| Census Median | $121,900 |
| 57% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $173,864 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,021 |
| 12% below US avg |
| Studio | $887 |
| 1 Bedroom | $935 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,149 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,497 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,733 |
| Owner-Occupied | 74.9% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,439 |
| 84% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 5.28% |
| Obesity | 38.0% |
| 18% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 12.1% |
| Heart Disease | 6.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.7% |
| Asthma | 11.6% |
| COPD | 9.0% |
| Stroke | 3.7% |
| Binge Drinking | 18.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 31.5% |
| Depression | 28.7% |
| Mental Distress | 22.3% |
| Physical Distress | 16.2% |
| Insurance Rate | 75.4% |
| Checkup Rate | 71.4% |
| Premature Death | 12,991/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 68.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 18 |
| Total Violent | 763.4/100K |
| 101% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 352.3/100K |
| Robbery | 58.7/100K |
| Assault | 352.3/100K |
| Total Property | 3,112.2/100K |
| 59% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,233.1/100K |
| Theft | 1,820.3/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 58.7/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 11 |
| FEMA Disasters | 273 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 68.6°F |
| 27% above US avg | |
| January Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 85°F (29°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 51.0 inches |
| 34% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Area | 5.4 sq mi (14.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 576/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 30.8238°N, 95.1107°W |
| County FIPS | 48407 |
Winner: Republican by 65.3 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 4.5% |
| 87% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 83.0% |
| School Test Score | 5.10 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 576/sq mi |
| Total Area | 5.4 sq mi |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 2 |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 18 |
| Restaurants | 20 |
| Retail Stores | 34 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 11 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 273 |
| Avg Commute | 22.7 min |
| Work from Home | 7.1% |