Onalaska, WI
Full City Profile · Wisconsin · La Crosse County County
Onalaska, WI
At a Glance
How Onalaska Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Onalaska's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Onalaska a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Onalaska residents earn a median household income of $84,898 , which is 13% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $50,428. The unemployment rate stands at 3.3% (8% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 3,551 business establishments, including 350 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Onalaska is $279,100 , 1% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $369,938. Median rent is $1,096/month, with 25.7% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 94.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1990.
Safety & Crime
Onalaska reports 42 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 89% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,308/100K.
Education
41.4% of adults in Onalaska hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% above the national average). 98.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Onalaska has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.