Home Value
$412,800
46% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
18.0%
47% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$910
22% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.7%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment
9.0%
150% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
14.1%
14% higher than US avg
How Onalaska Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population657
Median Age28.0 yrs
Density411/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$24,085
Unemployment9.0%
Poverty14.1%
County GDP$5,122M
Commute23 min
Housing
Home Value$412,800
Rent$910
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$490,519
Health
Obesity38.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.1%
Heart Disease5.5%
Climate
Avg Temp52°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain58.7 in/yr
Elevation501 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+18.0%
High School+94.3%
School Score5.36
Community
2024 VoteR 65% / D 32%
Commute23 min
Libraries6
Is Onalaska a Good Place to Live?
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 high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Onalaska has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
At 9.0%, unemployment is notably high. 14.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Onalaska is $412,800, 46% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $910 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.
Education
18.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Onalaska experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 58.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
Onalaska has a population of 657 with a density of 411 people per square mile. The median age is 28.0 years, 28% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.5%), with 3.3% Hispanic.
Population
28.0yrs
Median Age
28% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 91.7% |
| 17% above US avg |
| Spanish | 8.3% |
| 38% below US avg |
The median household income in Onalaska is N/A. The unemployment rate is 9.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $24,085 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,129 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $70,906 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 9.0% |
| 150% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 14.1% |
| 14% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,236 |
| County GDP | $5,122M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 219 |
| Healthcare | 200 |
| Retail | 301 |
| Manufacturing | 99 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,781 |
| 37% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.16% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 23.3 min |
| Work from Home | 5.7% |
The median home value in Onalaska is $412,800, 46% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $910 (22% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $490,519.
Home Values
| Census Median | $412,800 |
| 46% above US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $490,519 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $910 |
| 22% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,082 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,180 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,472 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,003 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,351 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,781 |
| 37% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.16% |
In Onalaska, 38.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.1% report depression. 20.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Onalaska vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.7% |
| 21% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.4% |
| Heart Disease | 5.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.2% |
| Asthma | 12.0% |
| COPD | 6.1% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 20.5% |
| Depression | 29.1% |
| Mental Distress | 20.2% |
| Physical Distress | 14.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 64.9% |
| Premature Death | 9,177/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 57.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 200 |
Crime Rates: Onalaska vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 9 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Onalaska has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 58.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
Temperature
39°F Jan (4°C)
66°F Jul (19°C)
| Annual Average | 51.6°F |
| 4% below US avg |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 58.7 inches |
| 55% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 3.4 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 28.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 501 ft (153 m) |
| Area | 1.6 sq mi (4.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 411/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.5782°N, 122.7111°W |
| County FIPS | 53041 |