Onalaska, WI

Wisconsin · La Crosse County · La Crosse-Onalaska Metro

Onalaska is a small city in Wisconsin with a population of 18,909. Residents earn $84,898 per year, which is 13% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0

B+ Good

18,909 Population 1,782/sq mi density

$84,898 Median Income $50,428 per capita

$279,100 Home Value $352,326 Zillow

$1,096 Median Rent 25.7% income on rent

49°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr

53 Violent Crime/100K 2,773 property/100K

B+

Overall

3.7 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

A+

Economy

4.7 / 5.0

$84,898 median income, 2.2% unemployment

A+

Affordability

4.8 / 5.0

$279,100 home value, $1,096/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

53 violent crimes/100K (86% below avg)

Education

4.3 / 5.0

41.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $84,898

13% higher than US avg

Home Value $279,100

1% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 53/100K

86% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 41.4%

23% higher than US avg

Median Rent $1,096

6% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 36.3%

13% higher than US avg

Unemployment 2.2%

39% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 3.9%

69% lower than US avg

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

People

Population18,909

Median Age40.3 yrs

Density1,782/mi²

Male / Female48% / 52%

Largest GroupWhite 86%

Veterans6.4%

Economy

A+

Median Income$84,898

Per Capita$50,428

Unemployment2.2%

Poverty3.9%

County GDP$9,934M

Commute18 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$279,100

Rent$1,096

Ownership63.0%

Zillow$352,326

Housing Units8,528

Rent Burden25.7%

Crime

Violent53/100K

Property2,773/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault32/100K

Burglary127/100K

Health

Obesity36.3%

Uninsured5.9%

Smoking11.5%

Depression24.2%

Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)

AQI38 (Good)

Rain35.2 in/yr

Sunny Days260/yr

Elevation743 ft (226 m)

Education

Bachelor's+41.4%

High School+98.6%

Graduate+15.5%

School Score6.11

Community

2024 VoteR 45% / D 54%

Commute18 min

Broadband88.2%

EV Stations7

Libraries8

Is Onalaska a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Onalaska receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Onalaska offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Onalaska is $84,898, 13% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. Only 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Onalaska is $279,100, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,096 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Onalaska is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 53 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,773 per 100,000, 41% above the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 41.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 98.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Onalaska experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.2 inches, including 46.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Onalaska has a population of 18,909 with a density of 1,782 people per square mile, spread across 10.7 square miles. The median age is 40.3 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.4% female and 47.6% male. The city is predominantly White (86.4%), with 1.4% Hispanic, 2.7% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 91% of residents, while 9% speak Spanish. 6.4% of the population are veterans. 12.2% of residents have a disability. 94.5% have health insurance coverage.

Population

18,909

Total Population

1,782

People / sq mi

40.3yrs

Median Age

4% above US avg

10.7mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%

Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Onalaska vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 91.0%

16% above US avg

Spanish 9.0%

33% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Onalaska vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Onalaska is $84,898, which is 13% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $50,428 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,124, 22% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 3,551 business establishments, including 350 restaurants. The cost of living index is 94.1, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 8.1% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Onalaska vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$84,898
	13% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$50,428
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,124
IRS Avg AGI	$81,484
Gini Index	0.458 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.2%
	39% below US avg
Poverty Rate	3.9%
	69% below US avg
Establishments (County)	3,551
County GDP	$9,934M

Business (County)

Restaurants	350
Healthcare	350
Retail	392
Manufacturing	148

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$6,845
	96% above US avg
Cost of Living	94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	2.45%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	17.9 min
Drive Alone	83.2%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	8.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Onalaska is $279,100, 1% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $352,326, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 97.9% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $1,096 (6% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $872 for a one-bedroom to $1,097 for a two-bedroom apartment. 63.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 8,528 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1990. The average annual property tax is $6,845 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 25.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.3x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$279,100
	1% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$352,326
Median List Price	$299,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$299,900
$/Sq Ft	$168
Homes Sold	10
Sale-to-List Ratio	97.9%
Price Drops	5.0%
Inventory	20

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,096
	6% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)	$1,401
Rent Burden	25.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	63.0%
Owner-Occupied	63.0%
Renter-Occupied	37.0%
Housing Units	8,528
Median Year Built	1990

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$6,845
	96% above US avg
Effective Rate	2.45%

In Onalaska, 36.3% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 8.3% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.7% of residents, below the national average. 26.4% have high blood pressure. 11.5% are current smokers. 21.1% report binge drinking. 22.2% are physically inactive. 24.2% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 15.5% experience frequent mental distress. 5.9% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:717. The dentist ratio is 1:978. 82.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.8 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	36.3%
	13% above US avg
Diabetes	8.3%
Heart Disease	4.7%
High Blood Pressure	26.4%
Asthma	10.8%
COPD	4.5%
Cancer	7.3%
Stroke	2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	11.5%
	18% below US avg
Binge Drinking	21.1%
Physical Inactivity	22.2%
Depression	24.2%
Mental Distress	15.5%
Physical Distress	10.8%
Short Sleep	32.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	94.5%
Uninsured	5.9%
	31% below US avg
Primary Care	1:717
Dentists	1:978
Mental Health	1:255
Checkup Rate	77.7%
Dental Visits	72.9%
Premature Death	6,575/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.8/10
Exercise Access	82.5%
Healthcare Facilities	350

Onalaska has a violent crime rate of 53 per 100,000 residents, 86% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 31.9 per 100,000, robbery at 10.6, rape at 10.6. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 2,773 per 100,000, 41% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,608, burglary at 127, vehicle theft at 37 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 6 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Onalaska receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	53.1/100K
	86% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	10.6/100K
Robbery	10.6/100K
Assault	31.9/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	2,772.9/100K
	41% above US avg
Burglary	127.5/100K
Theft	2,608.2/100K
Vehicle Theft	37.2/100K
Arson	0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	6
Traffic Accidents	103
Avg Accident Severity	2.4 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Onalaska experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 35.2 inches. The area receives 46.3 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38. The city sits at an elevation of 743 feet.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)

Annual Average	48.8°F
	10% below US avg
January Average	19°F (-7°C)
July Average	75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days	260 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	743 ft (226 m)
Area	10.7 sq mi (27.8 km²)
Population Density	1,782/sq mi
Coordinates	43.8897°N, 91.2044°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	La Crosse County County
Nearest Airport	La Crosse Regional (LSE) 3 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.2"

7% below US avg

Snowfall 46.3"

Wettest Month (Aug) 4.13"

Driest Month (Feb) 0.83"

Air Quality

AQI Median	38.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0478 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)	9.1 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Low
Risk Score	80.5 / 100
Social Vulnerability	16.3 / 100
Community Resilience	92.5 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Moderate
Hurricane	No Rating
Earthquake	Very Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Moderate
Hail	Relatively High
Strong Wind	Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave	Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather	Relatively Moderate
Lightning	Relatively Low
Ice Storm	Relatively Low
Drought	Very Low
Cold Wave	Relatively High
Landslide	Relatively Moderate

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Tornado History

287 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 9 fatalities, 162 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Jun 4, 1958	EF4	98 km	4
Apr 19, 1957	EF4	82 km	1
Aug 7, 2021	EF3	93 km	0
May 15, 1998	EF3	91 km	0
Aug 27, 1994	EF3	86 km	2
Jul 3, 1983	EF3	81 km	0
Jun 5, 1980	EF3	25 km	0
May 5, 1965	EF3	79 km	0
Sep 3, 1964	EF3	90 km	0
May 26, 1959	EF3	21 km	0
Apr 19, 1957	EF3	65 km	0
Jun 15, 2022	EF2	55 km	0
Dec 15, 2021	EF2	93 km	0
Dec 15, 2021	EF2	78 km	0
Dec 15, 2021	EF2	75 km	0
May 22, 2011	EF2	26 km	0
May 22, 2011	EF2	54 km	0
Aug 18, 2005	EF2	54 km	0
Jul 8, 1999	EF2	57 km	0
May 8, 1988	EF2	91 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: BIG BURN (3,154 ac, 1987).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
1987	BIG BURN	3,154	87 km
2024	2024 DOD HARDWOOD RANGE RX	2,717	98 km
1994	BIG BURN	2,248	88 km
2023	2023 RX	1,992	97 km
1997	BIG BURN	1,642	87 km
2004	POOL ONE NORTH	1,576	86 km
1998	UNNAMED	1,297	88 km
2021	2021 DOD HARDWOOD RANGE RX	987	97 km
2007	BEAVER CUTOFF	982	69 km
2007	UNNAMED	981	83 km
2003	UNNAMED	901	85 km
1998	PR 17	896	86 km
2007	UNNAMED	875	88 km
2009	UNNAMED	867	84 km
2007	PR 16	778	87 km
2006	PR 17 RX FIRE	701	89 km
2005	UNNAMED	657	85 km
2003	PR 17	632	88 km
2009	UNNAMED	589	85 km
2004	UNNAMED	580	87 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	19°F (-7°C)	0.9 in	Coldest
February	21°F (-6°C)	0.8 in	Driest
March	33°F (0°C)	1.9 in
April	47°F (8°C)	2.9 in
May	59°F (15°C)	3.5 in
June	68°F (20°C)	4.0 in
July	75°F (24°C)	3.9 in	Warmest
August	70°F (21°C)	4.1 in	Wettest
September	62°F (16°C)	4.0 in
October	50°F (10°C)	2.3 in
November	35°F (2°C)	1.8 in
December	21°F (-6°C)	1.3 in

Onalaska has a seasonal temperature swing of 56°F / from 19°F in January to 75°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (0.8").

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Onalaska is located in La Crosse County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 41.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 23% above the national average of 33.7%. 98.6% have completed high school. 15.5% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 6.1 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 54% of the vote, a 9.4-point margin. 88.2% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 7 EV charging stations. There are 8 public libraries serving the community. 350 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 83.2% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 44.6%

D 54%

Winner: Democrat by 9.4 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	6
Traffic Accidents	103
Avg Accident Severity	2.4 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	41.4%
	23% above US avg
High School+	98.6%
Graduate Degree+	15.5%
School Test Score	6.11

A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 3	Metro / under 250K
Population Density	1,782/sq mi
Total Area	10.7 sq mi
County	La Crosse County County

Services

Broadband Access	88.2%
Avg Download Speed	165.8 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	28.5 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	7
Alt Fuel Stations	7
Public Libraries	8
Healthcare Facilities	350
Restaurants	350
Retail Stores	392

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	17.9 min
Drive Alone	83.2%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	8.1%

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)	$235 ($141–$376)
Specialist Visit	$329 ($188–$518)
Urgent Care Visit	$188 ($94–$329)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,070 ($753–$4,705)
Dental Cleaning	$122 ($71–$188)
Dental Filling	$235 ($141–$376)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$42 ($24–$71)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$71 ($47–$113)
Brake Pad Replacement	$282 ($141–$471)
Tire Rotation	$38 ($19–$71)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$565 ($376–$941)
Battery Replacement	$188 ($94–$329)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$94 ($56–$141)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$85 ($47–$132)
HVAC Repair	$376 ($141–$753)
HVAC System Install	$6,587 ($3,764–$11,292)
Roof Repair	$941 ($376–$1,882)
Roof Replacement	$8,469 ($5,176–$14,115)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,412 ($471–$3,294)
Divorce (Contested)	$14,115 ($4,705–$28,230)
DUI Defense	$4,705 ($1,882–$9,410)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,412 ($753–$2,823)
Will Preparation	$471 ($188–$941)
Trust Preparation	$2,353 ($941–$4,705)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$24 ($14–$42)
Women's Haircut	$52 ($28–$94)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$141 ($71–$235)
Manicure	$24 ($14–$42)
Pedicure	$38 ($24–$61)
Massage (1 Hour)	$75 ($47–$122)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$3.86 ($2.82–$5.18)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.29 ($2.35–$4.71)
Loaf of Bread	$3.58 ($2.35–$5.18)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.23 ($2.82–$6.12)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.18 ($3.76–$7.06)
Rice (per lb)	$0.94 ($0.56–$1.69)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$132 ($75–$235)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$66 ($28–$141)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$66 ($38–$113)
Internet (Monthly)	$66 ($38–$94)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$61 ($28–$94)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$80 ($47–$141)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$188 ($71–$471)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,882 ($1,129–$3,294)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$66 ($28–$122)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$14 ($7.53–$24)
Car Registration (Annual)	$94 ($28–$235)
Driver's License Renewal	$28 ($14–$71)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,129 ($565–$2,353)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$941 ($471–$1,882)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$376 ($188–$659)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$47 ($24–$94)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$941 ($376–$2,353)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$11,763 ($4,705–$28,230)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$56 ($28–$94)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$94 ($47–$188)
Dog Grooming	$56 ($28–$94)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$38 ($19–$71)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$282 ($141–$471)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$188 ($94–$376)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$1,269
Toddler	$1,120
Preschool	$1,120
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$953
Toddler	$866
Preschool	$866

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in La Crosse 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	15,578	671	$71,513	1.56
Retail Trade	8,213	370	$33,891	1.18
Manufacturing	8,030	148	$63,495	1.41
Accommodation & Food Services	6,435	341	$20,556	1.02
Transportation & Warehousing	3,111	101	$63,678	1.06
Wholesale Trade	3,106	174	$77,744	1.13
Construction	2,929	306	$73,743	0.80
Other Services	2,761	260	$39,233	1.32
Administrative & Waste Services	2,338	160	$43,823	0.57
Professional & Technical Services	2,101	275	$85,575	0.43
Finance & Insurance	2,079	235	$87,089	0.74
Management of Companies	1,177	50	$97,135	1.00
Arts & Entertainment	1,062	70	$24,506	0.91
Educational Services	962	47	$45,406	0.67
Information & Technology	684	39	$122,095	0.52
Real Estate	598	160	$53,901	0.55
Utilities	454	8	$112,723	1.72
Agriculture & Forestry	67	13	$30,315	0.12

Colleges & Universities in Onalaska

Institution	Type	Enrollment	Acceptance	In-State Tuition	Out-of-State
The Salon Professional Academy-Onalaska	Private For-Profit · Associate	115	—	—	—

Schools in Onalaska

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Onalaska High	High	933	67	13.9:1
Onalaska Middle	Middle	673	47	14.3:1
Northern Hills Elementary	Elementary	489	38	12.9:1
Eagle Bluff Elementary	Elementary	466	34	13.7:1
Pertzsch Elementary	Elementary	374	28	13.4:1
Onalaska Prekindergarten Partner School	—	72	2	36.0:1

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Radio Stations near Onalaska

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality

Campgrounds Near Onalaska

1 campgrounds found near Onalaska.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
BLACKHAWK PARK	4.5/5	78	$18–$40

National Parks Near Onalaska

19 national parks and monuments found near Onalaska.

Park	Type	Fee
Beaver Creek Valley State Park	State Park	Free
Buffalo River State Trail	State Park	Free
Carley State Park	State Park	Free
Chippewa River State Trail	State Park	Free
Effigy Mounds National Monument	National Monument	Free
Elroy-Sparta State Trail	State Park	Free
Great River Bluffs State Park	State Park	Free
Great River State Trail	State Park	Free
Hillsboro State Trail	State Park	Free
John A. Latsch State Park	State Park	Free
La Crosse River State Trail	State Park	Free
Merrick State Park	State Park	Free
Mill Bluff State Park-Iansr	State Park	Free
Perrot State Park	State Park	Free
Pikes Peak State Park	State Park	Free
Red Cedar State Trail	State Park	Free
Ridgewood Area	State Park	Free
Wildcat Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
Wyalusing State Park	State Park	Free

Museums in Onalaska

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
VITERBO UNIVERSITY ART GALLERY	ART MUSEUM			$61,097,426
OLD MAIN HISTORICAL AND COMMUNITY ART CENTER	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	20869 COLLEGE AVE	6085824412	$2,308,278
CHILDREN'S MUSEUM OF LA CROSSE	CHILDREN'S MUSEUM			$560,356
NORSKEDALEN NATURE AND HERITAGE CENTER	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	N455 O OPHUS ROAD	6084523424	$475,095
PUMP HOUSE REGIONAL ARTS CENTER	ART MUSEUM		6087851434	$270,353
LA CROSSE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	PO BOX 1272	6087821980	$169,603
GARDEN OF EDEN PRESERVATION SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6085824412	$38,745
LA CRESCENT AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	315 MAIN STREET	5078951857	$5,185
BANGOR AND AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	1525 COMMERCIAL STREET
FOUNTAIN CITY AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
HIXON HOUSE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6087849080
HOLMEN AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
ONALASKA AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6087818342
RENAISSANCE CENTER	HISTORY MUSEUM
SWARTHOUT MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		6087821980
TREMPEALEAU COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
TREMTEALEAU COMMUNITY HERITAGE SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	W19092 STATE RD 54	6085822908
UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN-LACROSSE PLANETARIUM	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM
WEST SALEM HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6087861399
WESTERN WISCONSIN AGRICULTURAL MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in Onalaska

Name	Address	Annual Visits
LA CROSSE PUBLIC LIBRARY	800 MAIN ST.	576,129
LA CROSSE COUNTY LIBRARY	103 STATE ST.	295,474
LA CRESCENT PUBLIC LIBRARY	321 MAIN STREET	73,528
SHIRLEY M. WRIGHT MEMORIAL LIBRARY	11455 FREMONT ST.	21,112
GALESVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY	16787 S. MAIN ST.	17,192
KNUTSON MEMORIAL LIBRARY	500 CENTRAL AVE.	7,770
HOKAH PUBLIC LIBRARY	57 MAIN	7,280

Farmers Markets in Onalaska

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Bridgeview La Crosse Farmers Wednesday Market	2500 Rose St NEXT TO BRIDGEVIEW PLAZA SHOPPING CENTER
Cameron Park Farmers Market	King Street, between 4th St and 5th Ave	05/05/2017 to 10/28/2017	Fri: 4:00 PM-8:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Festival Foods Farmers Market - Marshfield	Parking lot				Visit
Festival Foods Onalaska Farmers Market	Crossing Meadows Drive
Galesville Square	On The Square
HCCC Farmers Market	HMONG CULTURAL & COMMUNITY CENTER PARKING LOT
Holmen Farmers Market	Holmen Square (Skogen's IGA parking lot)
La Crescent Farmers Market	420 S 2nd Street	05/13/2014 to 10/14/2014	Tue: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM;		Visit
West Salem Farmers Market	Jefferson & Mill Streets

Breweries in Onalaska

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Chapter Ii	Bars & Clubs, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Bars & Pubs, Venues, Restaurants & Bars, Taverns,	400 3rd St S	6087823038, 608-782-3038
City Brewing Company	Brewery	925 3rd St S	6087854200
Linder's At The Brewery	shop, Brewers, Venues, Bar, gifts & souvenirs, retail, La Crosse	1111 3rd St S	6087854283	Visit
Pearl St Brewery	Brewers, Wineries	1401 Saint Andrew St	6087844832	Visit
Pla-mor Lanes & The Eleventh	Take Out Restaurants, Bowling, American Restaurants, Bars & Clubs, Bars & Pubs, Breweries & Brew Pub	807 4th St S	6087843043, 6085194335	Visit
Saxon Hall	Bars, food and drink, Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, MN, Banquet Halls & Reception Facilities,	702 Main St	5074824255
Teddy Bears	La Crosse, Venues, Bar, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Bar & Grill Restaurants	1101 Saint Andrew St	6087962991	Visit
Turtle Stack Brewery Llc	Brewers, Brewery	125 2nd St S	6085192284	Visit

Nursing Homes in Onalaska

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility	Ownership	Beds	Residents	Overall	Health	Staffing	Quality	Phone
ONALASKA CARE CENTER 1600 MAIN ST	Non profit - Corporation	104	77	2/5	—	3/5	2/5	6087834681

Pharmacies in Onalaska

8 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
ALLERGYCHOICES INCORPORATED	2800 NATIONAL DRIVE	608-793-1580
DEGEN BERGLUND PHARMACY	1260 CROSSING MEADOWS DRIVE	608-775-8865
DEGEN BERGLUND PHARMACY	111 SAND LAKE ROAD	608-775-8595
FRANCISCAN SKEMP ONALASKA CLINIC PHARMACY	191 THEATER ROAD	608-392-5030
GUNDERSEN LUTHERAN CLINIC PHARMACY	3111 GUNDERSON DRIVE	608-796-8699
SHOPKO	9366 STATE HIGHWAY 16	608-781-5404
TARGET	9400 STATE ROAD 16	608-779-5780
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 1679	3107 MARKET PLACE	608-781-8355

EV Charging Stations in Onalaska

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	DC Fast	Connectors	Access
Midwest Prairie Business Center - Tesla Supercharger	2845 Midwest Dr	Tesla		6	TESLA	public
HIEX LAX 1	2614 Midwest Drive	Blink Network	6		J1772	public
HY VEE LACROSSE EAST	4200 WI-16	ChargePoint Network	2		J1772	public
HY VEE LACROSSE WEST	4200 WI-16	ChargePoint Network	2		J1772	public
Morrie's Onalaska Chevrolet	531 theater rd	FLO	1		J1772	public

Cell Towers in Onalaska

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
LACROSSE NE SITE: W4226 COUNTY HIGHWAY T	TOWER	66
SOUTH LA CROSSE CELL SITE	TOWER	61
Bangor Cell Site	TOWER	42

Fire Stations in Onalaska

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
City of Onalaska Fire Department	415 Main ST	Mostly volunteer			608-781-9546

Power Plants Near Onalaska

Name	Type	Primary Fuel	Capacity (MW)	Status
ONALASKA CAMPUS LANDFILL BIOGAS	LANDFILL GAS	221117	-91.2	OP

Bridges in Onalaska

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Slab	Concrete continuous	1983	128	20,750	G
Slab	Concrete continuous	1983	128	20,750	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1990	185	20,350	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1990	185	20,350	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1984	225	19,200	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1990	257	19,200	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1967	286	18,450	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	1996	159	18,450	G
Slab	Concrete continuous	1996	159	18,450	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1967	286	18,450	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	2006	166	18,000	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	2006	166	18,000	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1986	885	17,500	F
Girder/Floorbeam	Steel	1937	853	17,500	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1990	162	16,100	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1990	272	16,100	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1990	279	16,100	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1990	162	16,100	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1990	257	16,100	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1967	225	13,900	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1990	229	8,900	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2016	403	8,850	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1990	104	3,400	F
Culvert	Steel	1979	28	3,400	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1992	62	470	G
Slab	Concrete	1987	44	300	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	2005	44	300	G
Slab	Wood or Timber	1981	52	250	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1979	39	200	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1989	46	65	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1992	46	25	G

Amtrak Stations in Onalaska

2 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
La Crosse, WI	521 East Avenue N	BUS
La Crosse, WI	601 St. Andrew Street	TRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Onalaska

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
FRENCH ISLAND	200 S BAINBRIDGE ST	LA CROSSE

Airports Near Onalaska

29 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
La Crosse Regional Airport	LSE	Medium Airport
Black River Falls Area Airport	—	Small Airport
Blair Airport	—	Small Airport
Bloyer Field	—	Small Airport
Boscobel Airport	—	Small Airport
Brion Memorial Airport	—	Small Airport
Cran Bog N Airport	—	Small Airport
Decorah Municipal Airport	DEH	Small Airport
Deters Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Haeuser Airport	—	Small Airport
Holland Air Park	—	Small Airport
Houston County Airport	—	Small Airport
Independence Airport	—	Small Airport
Leeward Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Lewis Airport	—	Small Airport
Log Cabin Airport	—	Small Airport
Neillsville Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Parkway Farm Strip	—	Small Airport
Rushford Municipal Airport - Robert W Bunke Field	—	Small Airport
S & S Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Schubert Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Sky Hollow Airport	—	Small Airport
Sparta Fort McCoy Airport	CMY	Small Airport
The Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Turkey Bluff Airport	—	Small Airport
Viroqua Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Waukon Municipal Airport	UKN	Small Airport
Winona Municipal Airport Max Conrad Field	ONA	Small Airport
Young Tactical Landing Site Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Onalaska

5 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
Campbell Police Department
Hokah Police Department
La Crosse Police Department
Onalaska Police Department
Police Department

Grocery Stores in Onalaska

19 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
ALDI 72054	Supermarket	3133 Market Place Dr
DOLLAR TREE 0981	Other	2910 Market Pl
DOLLARTREE 10372	Other	9344 State Route 16
Festival Foods 1	Super Store	1260 Crossing Meadows Dr
Hy-Vee 1355	Super Store	4200 State Road 16
Kwik Trip 350	Convenience Store	9421 Highway 16
KWIK TRIP 377	Convenience Store	1802 E Main St
KWIK TRIP 383	Convenience Store	408 Sand Lake Rd
KWIK TRIP 494	Convenience Store	2800 Abbey Rd
KWIK TRIP 643	Convenience Store	1267 Crossing Meadows Dr
KWIK TRIP 767	Convenience Store	229 Oak Forest Dr
KWIK TRIP 822	Convenience Store	950 2nd Ave N
Papa Murphy's Onalaska WI001	Specialty Store	1220 Crossing Meadows Dr
Sam's Club 6436	Super Store	1211 Crossing Meadows Dr
STOP-N-GO 532	Convenience Store	3525 Highway 157
Target Store 620	Super Store	9400 S State Rd 16
Walgreens 12456	Other	4415 State Road 16
Walmart 1679	Super Store	3107 Market Pl
Woodman's Food Market 24	Super Store	9515 Highway 16

Treatment Centers in Onalaska

8 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
AMS of Wisconsin LLC	Substance Abuse	608-783-0506 x106
Gundersen Clinic Ltd - Behavioral Health Department	Both	608-775-2287
Gundersen Lutheran Medical Ctr Inc - Behavioral Health Department	Both	608-775-8974
Gundersen Lutheran Medical Ctr Inc - Unity House for Men	Substance Abuse	608-775-4753
Gundersen Lutheran Medical Ctr Inc - Unity House for Women	Substance Abuse	608-775-4718
Mayo Clinic Health System - Holmen Clinic	Mental Health	608-392-9555
Mayo Clinic Health System - Onalaska	Both	608-392-9555
Mayo Clinic Health System - Psychiatry Psychology Department	Both	608-392-9555

Churches & Religious Organizations in Onalaska

15 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
CATHEDRAL OF PRAISE-LA CROSSE INCORPORATED	PO BOX 431
CHAPEL AT FIRST FREE INC	123 MASON ST
COULEE LIFE CHURCH	N5761 COUNTY ROAD SN
EMMANUEL ALLIANCE CHURCH INC OF THE CHRISTIAN AND MISSIONARY ALLIANCE	PO BOX 827
FIRST FREE CHURCH INC	123 MASON ST
FIRST LUTHERAN CHURCH	410 MAIN ST
GOSPEL BROADCASTING MISSION INC	PO BOX 51
JOURNEY LUTHERAN CHURCH	2703 SAND LAKE RD
ONALASKA CHURCH OF CHRIST	1415 WELL ST
ONALASKA UNITED METHODIST CHURCH	212 4TH AVE N
RIVER OF LIFE ASSEMBLY OF GOD	1214 COUNTY ROAD PH
SHEPHERD OF THE HILLS LUTHERAN CHURCH	1215 REDWOOD ST
ST JOHN LUTHERAN CHURCH	606 10TH CT
ST PATRICK CHURCH	1031 MAIN ST
ST PAULS EV LUTHERAN CHURCH AND SCHOOL	1201 MAIN ST

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Frequently Asked Questions About Onalaska

What is the population of Onalaska?

Onalaska has a population of 18,909 residents and is located in Wisconsin. The population density is 1,782 people per square mile, spread across 10.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.3 years. The population is 52.4% female and 47.6% male.

Is Onalaska expensive to live in?

Onalaska is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 94.1 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $84,898, 13% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $279,100 (1% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,096 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Onalaska safe?

Onalaska is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 53 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,773 per 100,000 (above 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 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 19°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.2 inches, with 46.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Onalaska?

The job market in Onalaska is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.2% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,124. There are 3,551 business establishments in the area, including 350 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 18 minutes, and 8.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Onalaska?

The median home value in Onalaska is $279,100. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $352,326. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,096. Fair market rent is $872 for a 1-bedroom and $1,097 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 63.0%. The average annual property tax is $6,845.

How are the schools in Onalaska?

Schools in Onalaska score 6.1 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 41.4% of adults in Onalaska hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 98.6% have completed high school. 15.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Onalaska?

The obesity rate in Onalaska is 36.3% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 11.5% of adults are smokers. 22.2% are physically inactive. 24.2% of residents report depression. 5.9% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 82.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:717.

What is transportation like in Onalaska?

The average commute in Onalaska is 18 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 83.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 8.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Onalaska?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Onalaska is 86.4% White, 2.7% Black or African American, 1.4% Hispanic or Latino. 91% of residents speak only English at home, while 9% speak Spanish. 6.4% of the population are military veterans. 12.2% of residents have a disability. 94.5% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

French Island, WI 4,235 pop · 3.5 mi La Crosse, WI 51,791 pop · 4.6 mi West Salem, WI 5,268 pop · 5.9 mi Brice Prairie, WI 1,858 pop · 6.1 mi Holmen, WI 11,027 pop · 6.4 mi La Crescent, MN 5,266 pop · 6.5 mi Bangor, WI 1,409 pop · 10.5 mi Trempealeau, WI 1,737 pop · 13.6 mi Galesville, WI 1,740 pop · 15.5 mi Sparta, WI 9,921 pop · 19.8 mi Caledonia, MN 2,825 pop · 23.0 mi Cashton, WI 1,243 pop · 23.2 mi Westby, WI 2,380 pop · 23.8 mi Winona, MN 25,998 pop · 25.6 mi

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