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Onalaska, WA

Washington · Lewis County

Onalaska is a small town in Washington with a population of 657.

Data updated April 2026

1.7 /5.0
D Poor
657 Population 411/sq mi density
$412,800 Home Value $490,519 Zillow
$910 Median Rent 24.4% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 237 sunny days/yr
56 Violent Crime/100K 1,794 property/100K
D
Overall
1.7 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
56 violent crimes/100K (85% below avg)
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
18.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Home Value $412,800
46% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 56/100K
85% lower 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%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

Per Capita$24,085
Unemployment9.0%
Poverty14.1%
County GDP$5,122M
Commute23 min

Housing

Home Value$412,800
Rent$910
Ownership54.3%
Zillow$490,519
Housing Units273
Rent Burden24.4%

Crime

F
Violent56/100K
Property1,794/100K

Health

Obesity38.7%
Uninsured8.9%
Smoking14.8%
Depression29.1%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI28 (Good)
Rain58.7 in/yr
Sunny Days237/yr
Elevation501 ft (153 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.0%
High School+94.3%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 32%
Commute23 min
Broadband82.3%
EV Stations3
Libraries6

Is Onalaska a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Onalaska receives an overall livability score of 1.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low crime rates, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Onalaska faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

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.

Safety & Crime

Onalaska is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 56 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,794 per 100,000, near the national average.

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 5.2/10.

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. The area gets 237 sunny days per year. 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, spread across 1.6 square miles. The median age is 28.0 years, 28% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.8% female and 52.2% male. The city is predominantly White (89.5%), with 3.3% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 91.7% of residents, while 8.3% speak Spanish. 0.0% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 34.1% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 100.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

657
Total Population
411
People / sq mi
28.0yrs
Median Age
28% below US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.2%
Female 47.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Onalaska vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 91.7%
17% above US avg
Spanish 8.3%
38% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Onalaska vs U.S. Average

Per capita income is $24,085 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,129, 21% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 9.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 2,236 business establishments, including 219 restaurants. The cost of living index is 107, slightly above the national baseline of 100. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 5.7% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Onalaska vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$24,085
Avg Weekly Wage$1,129
IRS Avg AGI$70,906
Gini Index0.423 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.0%
150% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.1%
14% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,236
County GDP$5,122M

Business (County)

Restaurants219
Healthcare200
Retail301
Manufacturing99

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,781
37% above US avg
Cost of Living107.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.16%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.3 min
Drive Alone79.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Onalaska is $412,800, 46% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $490,519, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $910 (22% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,180 for a one-bedroom to $1,472 for a two-bedroom apartment. 54.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 273 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1970. The average annual property tax is $4,781 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 24.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

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
Rent Burden24.4%

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

Homeownership54.3%
Owner-Occupied54.3%
Renter-Occupied45.7%
Housing Units273
Median Year Built1970

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,781
37% above US avg
Effective Rate1.16%
In Onalaska, 38.7% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.4% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.5% of residents. 30.2% have high blood pressure. 14.8% are current smokers. 18.2% report binge drinking. 20.5% are physically inactive, below the national average. 29.1% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 20.2% experience frequent mental distress. 8.9% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,164. The dentist ratio is 1:1,447. 57.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.7 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Onalaska vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.7%
21% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure30.2%
Asthma12.0%
COPD6.1%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.8%
6% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity20.5%
Depression29.1%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress14.8%
Short Sleep37.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured8.9%
3% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,164
Dentists1:1,447
Mental Health1:154
Checkup Rate64.9%
Dental Visits60.1%
Premature Death9,177/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access57.4%
Healthcare Facilities200
Onalaska has a violent crime rate of 56 per 100,000 residents, 85% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,794 per 100,000, 8% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 9 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 91 federally declared disasters. Overall, Onalaska receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Onalaska vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent56.1/100K
85% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property1,793.7/100K
8% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
Traffic Accidents17
Avg Accident Severity2.1 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Onalaska experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 237 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 58.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.4 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28 / among the cleanest air in the country. The city sits at an elevation of 501 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average51.6°F
4% below US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days237 days/yr

Geography

Elevation501 ft (153 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.1 km²)
Population Density411/sq mi
Coordinates46.5782°N, 122.7111°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
CountyLewis County County
Nearest AirportOlympia Regional (OLM)
29 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 58.7"
55% above US avg
Snowfall 3.4"
Wettest Month (Jan) 8.70"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.98"

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Moderate
Risk Score89.7 / 100
Social Vulnerability58.3 / 100
Community Resilience45.1 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Very Low
Earthquake Relatively Moderate
Wildfire Relatively Low
Flood Relatively Moderate
Hail Very Low
Strong Wind Relatively Low
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Relatively Low
Lightning Relatively Low
Ice Storm Relatively Low
Drought Very Low
Cold Wave Very Low
Landslide Relatively Moderate
Volcano Relatively Moderate
Avalanche Relatively High
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

1,276 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.8. Most recent: M2.9 on Aug 2, 2025.

Feb 28, 2001 7 km SSE of Longbranch, Washington M6.8 64 km
Jul 3, 1999 8 km N of Satsop, Washington M5.8 80 km
May 3, 1996 8 km NNE of Lake Marcel-Stillwater, Washington M5.4 146 km
Jun 10, 2001 18 km N of Satsop, Washington M5.0 89 km
Jan 29, 1995 3 km WSW of Des Moines, Washington M5.0 94 km
Jun 23, 1997 2 km NE of Enetai, Washington M4.9 114 km
Apr 25, 2003 26 km W of Brinnon, Washington M4.8 128 km
Jan 30, 2009 6 km ESE of Lofall, Washington M4.7 135 km
Jul 22, 2001 4 km WSW of DuPont, Washington M4.3 57 km
Feb 14, 2011 31 km S of Morton, Washington M4.3 50 km
May 20, 1995 15 km NNE of Ashford, Washington M4.1 68 km
Feb 23, 2017 11 km NE of Hoodsport, Washington M4.1 103 km
Aug 16, 2004 16 km ENE of Packwood, Washington M4.0 95 km
Jun 15, 1994 1 km WNW of Hoodsport, Washington M4.0 99 km
Aug 8, 2023 9 km NNE of Snoqualmie, Washington M3.9 134 km
Sep 10, 1994 2 km SE of Enumclaw, Washington M3.9 88 km
Jun 25, 2004 17 km W of Packwood, Washington M3.9 63 km
Oct 1, 2004 37 km NNE of Amboy, Washington M3.9 58 km
Apr 24, 2003 3 km NW of North Portland, Oregon M3.9 105 km
Jun 27, 1997 3 km SW of Bainbridge Island, Washington M3.9 114 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

41 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF2. Total: 2 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Nov 10, 1965 EF2 20 km 0
Oct 18, 2019 EF1 79 km 0
Dec 10, 2015 EF1 91 km 0
Jan 18, 2015 EF1 84 km 0
Oct 23, 2014 EF1 53 km 0
Sep 30, 2013 EF1 62 km 0
Sep 6, 2009 EF1 81 km 0
Jan 10, 2008 EF1 100 km 0
May 27, 2004 EF1 33 km 0
Jun 27, 2001 EF1 78 km 0
May 31, 1997 EF1 75 km 0
Jun 29, 1989 EF1 78 km 0
Mar 28, 1985 EF1 47 km 0
Oct 13, 1984 EF1 73 km 0
Aug 16, 1978 EF1 90 km 0
Jun 12, 1978 EF1 67 km 0
Dec 22, 1971 EF1 96 km 0
Oct 28, 2024 EF0 55 km 0
Oct 11, 2023 EF0 78 km 0
Sep 27, 2021 EF0 89 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Tsunami History

4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 250.0 m (820 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1980 WASHINGTON Explosion 250.0 m 61 59 km
1894 PUYALLUP RIVER DELTA, TACOMA, WA Meteorological 3.0 m 2 81 km
1949 PUGET SOUND, WA Meteorological 2.4 m 81 km
1949 PUGET SOUND, WA Eruption + Earthquake 8 66 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: St. Helens (59 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
St. Helens Stratovolcano 2,549 m (8,363 ft) 2008 59 km
Rainier Stratovolcano 4,392 m (14,409 ft) 1450 79 km
West Crater Volcanic field 1,329 m (4,360 ft) -5750 92 km
Indian Heaven Shield(s) 1,806 m (5,925 ft) -6250 99 km
Adams Stratovolcano 3,742 m (12,277 ft) 950 102 km
Hood Stratovolcano 3,426 m (11,240 ft) 1866 155 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Wildfire History

3 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: BIG HOLLOW (24,243 ac, 2020).

Year Name Acres Distance
2020 BIG HOLLOW 24,243 86 km
2022 GOAT ROCKS 6,658 89 km
2022 SIOUXON 2,551 85 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 8.7 in Wettest
February 42°F (5°C) 6.1 in
March 45°F (7°C) 5.2 in
April 48°F (9°C) 3.8 in
May 54°F (12°C) 2.5 in
June 58°F (15°C) 2.2 in
July 66°F (19°C) 1.0 in Warmest, Driest
August 64°F (18°C) 1.4 in
September 59°F (15°C) 2.2 in
October 51°F (11°C) 4.8 in
November 43°F (6°C) 8.5 in
December 39°F (4°C) 8.4 in Coldest

Onalaska has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 39°F in December to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 54.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (8.7") and July the driest (1.0").

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Onalaska is located in Lewis County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 18.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 47% below the national average of 33.7%. 94.3% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.2 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 65% of the vote, a 33-point margin. 82.3% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 3 EV charging stations. There are 6 public libraries serving the community. 200 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 79% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65%
D 32%

Winner: Republican by 33 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
Traffic Accidents17
Avg Accident Severity2.1 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.0%
47% below US avg
High School+94.3%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.23
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density411/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi
CountyLewis County County

Services

Broadband Access82.3%
Avg Download Speed66.7 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed17.4 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities200
Restaurants219
Retail Stores301

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.3 min
Drive Alone79.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.7%
Average costs for common services in Onalaska. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $268 ($161–$428)
Specialist Visit $375 ($214–$589)
Urgent Care Visit $214 ($107–$375)
Emergency Room Visit $2,354 ($856–$5,350)
Dental Cleaning $139 ($80–$214)
Dental Filling $268 ($161–$428)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $48 ($27–$80)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $80 ($54–$128)
Brake Pad Replacement $321 ($161–$535)
Tire Rotation $43 ($21–$80)
New Tires (Set of 4) $642 ($428–$1,070)
Battery Replacement $214 ($107–$375)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $107 ($64–$161)
Electrician (Per Hour) $96 ($54–$150)
HVAC Repair $428 ($161–$856)
HVAC System Install $7,490 ($4,280–$12,840)
Roof Repair $1,070 ($428–$2,140)
Roof Replacement $9,630 ($5,885–$16,050)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,605 ($535–$3,745)
Divorce (Contested) $16,050 ($5,350–$32,100)
DUI Defense $5,350 ($2,140–$10,700)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,605 ($856–$3,210)
Will Preparation $535 ($214–$1,070)
Trust Preparation $2,675 ($1,070–$5,350)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $27 ($16–$48)
Women's Haircut $59 ($32–$107)
Hair Coloring (Full) $161 ($80–$268)
Manicure $27 ($16–$48)
Pedicure $43 ($27–$70)
Massage (1 Hour) $86 ($54–$139)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $4.39 ($3.21–$5.89)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.75 ($2.68–$5.35)
Loaf of Bread $4.07 ($2.68–$5.89)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.82 ($3.21–$6.96)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.89 ($4.28–$8.03)
Rice (per lb) $1.07 ($0.64–$1.93)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $150 ($86–$268)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $75 ($32–$161)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $75 ($43–$128)
Internet (Monthly) $75 ($43–$107)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $70 ($32–$107)
Cable TV (Monthly) $91 ($54–$161)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $214 ($80–$535)
Car Insurance (Annual) $2,140 ($1,284–$3,745)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $75 ($32–$139)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $16 ($8.56–$27)
Car Registration (Annual) $107 ($32–$268)
Driver's License Renewal $32 ($16–$80)
View all 8 services

Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,284 ($642–$2,675)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $1,070 ($535–$2,140)
After-School Care (Monthly) $428 ($214–$749)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $54 ($27–$107)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $1,070 ($428–$2,675)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $13,375 ($5,350–$32,100)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $64 ($32–$107)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $107 ($54–$214)
Dog Grooming $64 ($32–$107)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $43 ($21–$80)
Dog Spay/Neuter $321 ($161–$535)
Cat Spay/Neuter $214 ($107–$428)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$1,547
Toddler$1,078
Preschool$1,078
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$1,066
Toddler$889
Preschool$889
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Lewis County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance 4,235 210 $64,511 1.09
Retail Trade 3,644 299 $44,993 1.34
Manufacturing 3,204 99 $71,294 1.44
Accommodation & Food Services 2,538 221 $26,795 1.03
Wholesale Trade 1,472 103 $70,038 1.38
Construction 1,374 301 $62,919 0.96
Transportation & Warehousing 1,371 83 $61,545 1.19
Agriculture & Forestry 928 120 $50,219 4.22
Administrative & Waste Services 848 108 $49,925 0.53
Other Services 493 139 $40,934 0.60
Finance & Insurance 343 87 $75,675 0.31
Real Estate 293 64 $56,036 0.70
Arts & Entertainment 262 28 $21,634 0.57
Mining & Oil/Gas 221 10 $83,832 2.15
Information & Technology 179 38 $74,069 0.35
Utilities 157 6 $142,144 1.52
Educational Services 152 15 $35,229 0.27

Schools in Onalaska

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Onalaska Elementary School Elementary 413 25 16.5:1
Onalaska High School High 245 15 16.3:1
Onalaska Middle School Middle 210 10 21.0:1
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Radio Stations near Onalaska

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
KBRD Radio AM 680 adult standards MP3 56 kbps

Campgrounds Near Onalaska

1 campgrounds found near Onalaska.

NameRatingSitesPrice
Kalama Horse Camp 4.5/5 27 $23

National Parks Near Onalaska

48 national parks and monuments found near Onalaska.

ParkTypeFee
Auburn State Park Property State Park Free
Belfair State Park Free
Blake Island State Park Free
Cutts Island State Park Free
Dash Point State Park Free
Eagle Island State Park Free
Flaming Geyser State Park Free
Fort Vancouver National Historic Site National Historic Site $10
GRG - Black Diamond State Park Free
GRG - Jellum State Park Free
Haley property State Park Free
Harstine Island State Park Free
Hope Island State Park Free
Ike Kinswa State Park Free
Issaquah To High Point Trail Site State Park Free
Jackson House State Park Free
Jarrell Cove State Park Free
Joemma Beach State Park Free
Kanaskat-Palmer State Park Free
Kopachuck State Park Free
Lake Isabella State Park Free
Lake Sammamish State Park Free
Lake Sylvia State Park Free
Lewis & Clark State Park Free
Lower Green River State Park Free
Manchester State Park Free
Matilda N. Jackson State Park Free
McMicken Island State Park Free
Millersylvania Memorial State Park Free
Monticello Convention Site State Park Free
Nisqually State Park Free
Nolte State Park Free
Paradise Point State Park Free
Penrose Point State Park Free
Potlatch State Park Free
Rainbow Falls State Park Free
Saltwater State Park Free
Schafer State Park Free
Seaquest State Park Free
Squak Mountain State Park Free
Squaxin Island State Park Free
Stretch Point State Park Free
Tilton River State Park Free
Tolmie State Park Free
Twanoh State Park Free
WA State Parks Headquarters State Park Free
Washougal River State Park Free
Willie Keil's Grave State Park Free

Trails Near Onalaska

37 trails found near Onalaska.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
KALAMA SNO 9.5 SNOW
TOUTLE 9.3 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
KALAMA SKI TRAIL 8.5 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
LOOWIT 8.5 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
ROAD 8100 7.7 SNOW
CINNAMON 7.1 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
FOSSIL 6.6 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
BLUE(LAKE) HORSE 4.9 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
LAKES 4.0 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
CASTLE LAKE 3.5 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
BOUNDARY 3.2 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
SOUTH COLDWATER 2.3 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
STAHL MOUNTAIN 2.0 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
HUMMOCKS 1.8 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
BUTTE CAMP 1.8 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
CASTLE RIDGE 1.7 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
APE CAVE 1.3 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
TOUTLE 1.3 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
SHEEP CANYON 1.2 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
LOWER APE CAVE (PASSAGE) 1.1 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
BUTTE CAMP 1.0 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
GOAT MARSH 1.0 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
SOUTH COLDWATER 1.0 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
TOOTLE 0.8 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
KALAMA SKI TRAIL 0.8 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
ELK BENCH 0.8 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
BOUNDARY 0.6 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
SHEEP CANYON 0.4 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
ERUPTION 0.4 AC- ASPHALT
BIRTH OF A LAKE 0.4 OTHER
WINDS OF CHANGE 0.4 AC- ASPHALT
TRAIL OF TWO FORESTS 0.3 OTHER
SHEEP CANYON 0.3 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
ERUPTION 0.2 AC- ASPHALT
BLAST LINE 0.2 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
TRAIL OF TWO FORESTS 0.1 AC- ASPHALT
BOUNDARY 0.1 AC- ASPHALT

Museums in Onalaska

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
NORTHERN PACIFIC RAILWAY HISTORICAL ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION$107,199
SCIENCE AND LEARNING CENTER AT COLDWATERSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM
TOLEDO HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
WINLOCK HISTORICAL MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM

Farmers Markets in Onalaska

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Lewis County Farmer's Markets DBA Centralia Farmer's MarketCorner of N. Pearl and Maple Streets04/29/2016 to 09/30/2016Fri: 10:00 AM-3:30 PM;Visit
Winlock Saturday Market - Featuring Local Farmers & Artisans from our community.Corner of SR 603 & SR 505Sat: 10:00 AM-3:00 PM;Visit

Restaurants in Onalaska

4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Loggers Burger Bar
Pizza Girl
The All In Restaurant & Lounge
The Carlisle

Cafes in Onalaska

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Backroads Coffee
Kelley's

Clinics in Onalaska

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Valley View Health Center

Gas Stations in Onalaska

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Eagle
Mobil
Shell

Banks in Onalaska

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

TwinStar Credit Union Onalaska

Breweries in Onalaska

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brown Shack TavernCocktail Lounges, Bars & Clubs, Bars & Pubs, Restaurants, Tavern (Drinking Places), Breweries & Brew155 Salkum Rd3609850600, 3609852603

EV Charging Stations in Onalaska

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
ESD SALKUM DCFC2480 US-12ChargePoint Network1CHADEMO J1772COMBOpublic
ESD SALKUM L22480 US-12ChargePoint Network1J1772public

Cell Towers in Onalaska

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
500 BURMA ROAD (43497)MTOWER56

Fire Stations in Onalaska

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Lewis County Fire Protection District #1244 Carlisle AVEVolunteer360-978-4182

Bridges in Onalaska

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
SlabConcrete continuous19212710,017G
Tee BeamConcrete continuous19381607,791F
Tee BeamConcrete1947374,269G
Channel BeamConcrete19921501,929F
SlabConcrete1962321,725F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous20182251,672G
SlabConcrete1974331,205F
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete1960140839F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous1996170798F
SlabConcrete continuous202226498G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous1996170495F
SlabConcrete201926482G
SlabConcrete continuous1980145441F
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete195824363F
SlabConcrete196032332F
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete195530325G
Tee BeamConcrete continuous1962161274F
FrameConcrete continuous202323248G
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete195025248F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1963175212F
SlabConcrete19723398F
SlabConcrete20192169G
SlabPrestressed concrete continuous19775963F
SlabConcrete19666045F
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete19543235F
Truss (Thru)Steel192210027F
CulvertSteel2006216G
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber1967534G

Amtrak Stations in Onalaska

1 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Centralia, WA210 Railroad AvenueTRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Onalaska

3 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
CHEHALIS POWER LP GENERATION FACILITY1813 BISHOP RDLEWIS
TRANS ALTA RAIL913 BIG HANAFORD ROADLEWIS
TRANSALTA CENTRALIA MINE1015 HANAFORD RDLEWIS

Airports Near Onalaska

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Gray Army Air FieldGRFMedium Airport
McChord Air Force BaseTCMMedium Airport
Olympia Regional AirportOLMMedium Airport
Southwest Washington Regional AirportKLSMedium Airport
Tacoma Narrows AirportTIWMedium Airport
Albritton AirportSmall Airport
Asplund FieldSmall Airport
Auburn Academy AirportSmall Airport
Auburn Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Bear Valley Skyranch AirportSmall Airport
Becker FieldSmall Airport
Black Diamond AirportSmall Airport
Bryan AirportSmall Airport
Burnett Landing AirportSmall Airport
Burnt Ridge AirstripSmall Airport
Burnt Ridge Nursery AirstripSmall Airport
Cawleys South Prairie AirportSmall Airport
Chehalis Centralia AirportCLSSmall Airport
Cougar Flat AirstripSmall Airport
Cougar Mountain AirfieldSmall Airport
Cricket FieldSmall Airport
Curtis AirportSmall Airport
D and B AirparkSmall Airport
Daybreak AirportSmall Airport
Dwight FieldSmall Airport
Ed Carlson Memorial Field South Lewis County AirportTDOSmall Airport
Enumclaw AirportSmall Airport
Evergreen Sky Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Fantasy Field AirstripSmall Airport
Flying B AirportSmall Airport
Flying Carpet AirportSmall Airport
Flying H Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Fort Lewis Road / Pacemaker Landing Zone AirportSmall Airport
Gower FieldSmall Airport
Harris AirportSmall Airport
Hartley AirportSmall Airport
Holce & Oblack AirportSmall Airport
Hoskins FieldSmall Airport
Howell AirportSmall Airport
Jensen Road AirportSmall Airport
Kapowsin FieldSmall Airport
Kari FieldSmall Airport
Kimbrel Farm AirportSmall Airport
La Center View-Air AirportSmall Airport
Lz Ranch AirportSmall Airport
McClellan FieldSmall Airport
Michair AirportSmall Airport
Mount St Helens Aero Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Nelsons Nitch AirportSmall Airport
P-L Ranch AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Onalaska

4 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Centralia Police Department118 West Maple Street
Mossyrock Police231 East State Street
Napavine Police Department
Vader Police Department

Grocery Stores in Onalaska

7 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Brenda's Country MarketGrocery Store1735 State Highway 508
D9 Country MarketConvenience Store1421 US Highway 12
Dashmesh Petroleum 13 Inc.Convenience Store2058 State Highway 508
Justice General StoreConvenience Store116 Main Street
OJ's ProduceFarmers and Markets501 Boone Rd
Olde Achers Farm StandFarmers and Markets142 Harms Rd
Stanley StoreConvenience Store728 Leonard Rd

Post Offices in Onalaska

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Onalaska Post Office1753 State Route 508
Salkum Post Office - 98582

Treatment Centers in Onalaska

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
CORE Health - CentraliaBoth360-807-3144
Eugenia Center - MossyrockBoth360-492-4200

DOL Wage Violations in Onalaska

1 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $12,324 in back wages owed to 15 employees.

1
Violations
$12,324
Back Wages Owed
15
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Sneed Construction 98570 1 $12,324 $822 15

Churches & Religious Organizations in Onalaska

8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
COMMUNITY PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF ONALASKA288 CARLISLE AVE
GODS PLACE MINISTRIESPO BOX 412
ONALASKA ASSEMBLY OF GOD133 LEONARD ROAD
ONALASKA FIRST CHURCH OF GODPO BOX 245
PARIYATTI867 LARMON RD
VALLEY LIFE BROADCASTINGPO BOX 805
VANUATU CHURCH AND SCHOOLS RELIEF AND REBUILDING FUNDPO BOX 87
VIPASSANA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION411 PIGEON SPRINGS RD

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Bigfoot Sightings
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UFO Sightings
1
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Mines
1
Active and inactive mining sites tracked by the Mine Safety and Health Administration
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Frequently Asked Questions About Onalaska

What is the population of Onalaska?

Onalaska has a population of 657 residents and is located in Washington. The population density is 411 people per square mile, spread across 1.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 28.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47.8% female and 52.2% male.

Is Onalaska expensive to live in?

Onalaska is slightly more expensive than average, with a cost of living index of 107 compared to the national baseline of 100. The median home value is $412,800 (46% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $910 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

Is Onalaska safe?

Onalaska is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 56 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,794 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Onalaska receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Onalaska?

Onalaska has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 237 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 58.7 inches, with 3.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 28.

How is the job market in Onalaska?

The job market in Onalaska faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.0% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,129. There are 2,236 business establishments in the area, including 219 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 23 minutes, and 5.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Onalaska?

The median home value in Onalaska is $412,800. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $490,519. For renters, the median monthly rent is $910. Fair market rent is $1,180 for a 1-bedroom and $1,472 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 54.3%. The average annual property tax is $4,781.

How are the schools in Onalaska?

Schools in Onalaska score 5.2 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 18.0% of adults in Onalaska hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.3% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Onalaska?

The obesity rate in Onalaska is 38.7% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 14.8% of adults are smokers. 20.5% are physically inactive. 29.1% of residents report depression. 8.9% lack health insurance. 57.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,164.

What is transportation like in Onalaska?

The average commute in Onalaska is 23 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 79% of workers drive alone to work, and 5.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of Onalaska?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Onalaska is 89.5% White, 3.3% Hispanic or Latino. 91.7% of residents speak only English at home, while 8.3% speak Spanish. 0.0% of the population are military veterans. 34.1% of residents have a disability. 100.0% have health insurance coverage.

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