Viroqua, WI

Wisconsin · Vernon County · La Crosse-Onalaska Metro

Viroqua is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 4,469. Residents earn $66,039 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.4 /5.0

B Good

4,469 Population 989/sq mi density

$66,039 Median Income $36,875 per capita

$207,200 Home Value $261,470 Zillow

$840 Median Rent 19.6% income on rent

44°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr

68 Violent Crime/100K 1,292 property/100K

Overall

3.4 / 5.0

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

Economy

4.2 / 5.0

$66,039 median income, 2.6% unemployment

A+

Affordability

4.9 / 5.0

$207,200 home value, $840/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

68 violent crimes/100K (82% below avg)

B+

Education

3.5 / 5.0

31.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $66,039

12% lower than US avg

Home Value $207,200

26% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 68/100K

82% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 31.8%

6% lower than US avg

Median Rent $840

28% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 36.7%

14% higher than US avg

Unemployment 2.6%

28% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 4.5%

64% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,469

Median Age45.6 yrs

Density989/mi²

Male / Female52% / 48%

Largest GroupWhite 93%

Veterans9.0%

Economy

Median Income$66,039

Per Capita$36,875

Unemployment2.6%

Poverty4.5%

County GDP$1,540M

Commute19 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$207,200

Rent$840

Ownership67.0%

Zillow$261,470

Housing Units2,165

Rent Burden19.6%

Crime

Violent68/100K

Property1,292/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault45/100K

Burglary45/100K

Health

Obesity36.7%

Uninsured7.3%

Smoking13.6%

Depression23.7%

Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)

AQI38 (Good)

Rain38.0 in/yr

Sunny Days260/yr

Elevation1,246 ft (380 m)

Education

B+

Bachelor's+31.8%

High School+94.7%

Graduate+11.3%

School Score5.94

Community

2024 VoteR 53% / D 45%

Commute19 min

Broadband82.6%

EV Stations3

Libraries8

Is Viroqua a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Viroqua receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Viroqua offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Viroqua is $66,039, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. Only 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Viroqua is $207,200, 26% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $840 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Viroqua is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 68 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,292 per 100,000, 34% below the national average.

Education

31.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Viroqua has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.0 inches, including 47.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Viroqua has a population of 4,469 with a density of 989 people per square mile, spread across 3.8 square miles. The median age is 45.6 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.2% female and 51.8% male. The city is predominantly White (93.4%), with 1.1% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.2% of residents. 9.0% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 17.1% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 95.8% have health insurance coverage.

Population

4,469

Total Population

989

People / sq mi

45.6yrs

Median Age

17% above US avg

3.8mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.8%

Female 48.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Viroqua vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 98.2%

25% above US avg

Spanish 1.8%

87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Viroqua vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Viroqua is $66,039, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $36,875. The average weekly wage is $905, 37% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 828 business establishments, including 63 restaurants. The cost of living index is 94.1, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 14.4% of workers work from home.

Income: Viroqua vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$66,039
	12% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$36,875
Avg Weekly Wage	$905
IRS Avg AGI	$63,201
Gini Index	0.416 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.6%
	28% below US avg
Poverty Rate	4.5%
	64% below US avg
Establishments (County)	828
County GDP	$1,540M

Business (County)

Restaurants	63
Healthcare	75
Retail	79
Manufacturing	43

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,923
	41% above US avg
Cost of Living	94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	2.38%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	18.5 min
Drive Alone	67.0%
Public Transit	1.0%
Work from Home	14.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Viroqua is $207,200, 26% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $261,470, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $840 (28% 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. 67.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 2,165 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1965. The average annual property tax is $4,923 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 19.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.1x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$207,200
	26% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$261,470

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$840
	28% below US avg
Rent Burden	19.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	67.0%
Owner-Occupied	67.0%
Renter-Occupied	33.0%
Housing Units	2,165
Median Year Built	1965

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,923
	41% above US avg
Effective Rate	2.38%

In Viroqua, 36.7% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 8.5% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 5.1% of residents. 27.6% have high blood pressure. 13.6% are current smokers. 23.0% report binge drinking. 23.8% are physically inactive. 23.7% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 16.6% experience frequent mental distress. 7.3% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:966. The dentist ratio is 1:3,106. 54.1% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.4 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	36.7%
	14% above US avg
Diabetes	8.5%
Heart Disease	5.1%
High Blood Pressure	27.6%
Asthma	10.8%
COPD	5.4%
Cancer	7.2%
Stroke	2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	13.6%
	3% below US avg
Binge Drinking	23.0%
Physical Inactivity	23.8%
Depression	23.7%
Mental Distress	16.6%
Physical Distress	11.8%
Short Sleep	30.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	95.8%
Uninsured	7.3%
	15% below US avg
Primary Care	1:966
Dentists	1:3,106
Mental Health	1:577
Checkup Rate	74.8%
Dental Visits	67.4%
Premature Death	7,508/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.4/10
Exercise Access	54.1%
Healthcare Facilities	75

Viroqua has a violent crime rate of 68 per 100,000 residents, 82% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 45.3 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 22.7. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 1,292 per 100,000, 34% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,179, burglary at 45, vehicle theft at 68 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 5 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Viroqua receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	68.0/100K
	82% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	22.7/100K
Robbery	0.0/100K
Assault	45.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	1,291.9/100K
	34% below US avg
Burglary	45.3/100K
Theft	1,178.6/100K
Vehicle Theft	68.0/100K
Arson	0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	5
Traffic Accidents	7
Avg Accident Severity	3.3 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Viroqua has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 38.0 inches. The area receives 47.2 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 1,246 feet.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-10°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)

Annual Average	43.7°F
	19% below US avg
January Average	15°F (-10°C)
July Average	69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days	260 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	1,246 ft (380 m)
Area	3.8 sq mi (9.8 km²)
Population Density	989/sq mi
Coordinates	43.5605°N, 90.8860°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Vernon County County
Nearest Airport	La Crosse Regional (LSE) 29 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 38.0"

0% below US avg

Snowfall 47.2"

Wettest Month (Jul) 4.33"

Driest Month (Feb) 0.83"

Air Quality

AQI Median	38.0
Rating	Good

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Low
Risk Score	75.0 / 100
Social Vulnerability	79.4 / 100
Community Resilience	65.0 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Moderate
Hurricane	Very Low
Earthquake	Very Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Low
Hail	Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind	Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave	Relatively Low
Winter Weather	Relatively Low
Lightning	Relatively Low
Ice Storm	Relatively Low
Drought	Relatively Low
Cold Wave	Relatively High
Landslide	Relatively High

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

Tornado History

318 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 17 fatalities, 422 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Jun 7, 1984	EF5	98 km	9
Jul 3, 1983	EF4	90 km	0
Apr 19, 1957	EF4	66 km	1
Aug 7, 2021	EF3	50 km	0
Aug 27, 1994	EF3	98 km	2
May 30, 1985	EF3	95 km	2
Jul 3, 1983	EF3	78 km	0
Jun 5, 1980	EF3	30 km	0
Jun 24, 1971	EF3	93 km	1
May 5, 1965	EF3	92 km	0
Sep 3, 1964	EF3	45 km	0
Aug 16, 1963	EF3	99 km	0
Aug 16, 1963	EF3	99 km	0
Aug 16, 1963	EF3	99 km	0
May 26, 1959	EF3	65 km	0
Apr 19, 1957	EF3	41 km	0
May 10, 1953	EF3	77 km	0
Jun 15, 2022	EF2	48 km	0
Jun 29, 2014	EF2	72 km	0
Jun 29, 2014	EF2	85 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	88 km
2024	2024 DOD HARDWOOD RANGE RX	2,717	99 km
1994	BIG BURN	2,248	88 km
2023	2023 RX	1,992	99 km
1997	BIG BURN	1,642	88 km
2004	POOL ONE NORTH	1,576	81 km
1998	UNNAMED	1,297	88 km
2021	2021 DOD HARDWOOD RANGE RX	987	98 km
2007	UNNAMED	981	79 km
2003	UNNAMED	901	86 km
1998	PR 17	896	81 km
2007	UNNAMED	875	83 km
2009	UNNAMED	867	80 km
2007	PR 16	778	87 km
2006	PR 17 RX FIRE	701	89 km
2018	2018 BADGER RX BURNS	659	94 km
2005	UNNAMED	657	82 km
2003	PR 17	632	88 km
2019	2019 BADGER RX BURNS	627	95 km
2009	UNNAMED	589	84 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	15°F (-10°C)	0.9 in	Coldest
February	19°F (-7°C)	0.8 in	Driest
March	31°F (-0°C)	1.7 in
April	45°F (7°C)	3.4 in
May	57°F (14°C)	3.6 in
June	66°F (19°C)	4.0 in
July	69°F (21°C)	4.3 in	Warmest, Wettest
August	69°F (20°C)	4.3 in
September	60°F (16°C)	3.8 in
October	49°F (9°C)	2.3 in
November	34°F (1°C)	2.1 in
December	20°F (-7°C)	1.2 in

Viroqua has a seasonal temperature swing of 55°F / from 15°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.3") and February the driest (0.8").

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Viroqua is located in Vernon County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 31.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 6% below the national average of 33.7%. 94.7% have completed high school. 11.3% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 53.1% of the vote, a 7.8-point margin. 82.6% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 3 EV charging stations. There are 8 public libraries serving the community. 75 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 67% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.1%

D 45.3%

Winner: Republican by 7.8 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	5
Traffic Accidents	7
Avg Accident Severity	3.3 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	31.8%
	6% below US avg
High School+	94.7%
Graduate Degree+	11.3%
School Test Score	5.94

B+ Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 3	Metro / under 250K
Population Density	989/sq mi
Total Area	3.8 sq mi
County	Vernon County County

Services

Broadband Access	82.6%
Avg Download Speed	141.8 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	116.7 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	3
Alt Fuel Stations	4
Public Libraries	8
Healthcare Facilities	75
Restaurants	63
Retail Stores	79

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	18.5 min
Drive Alone	67.0%
Public Transit	1.0%
Work from Home	14.4%

Average costs for common services in Viroqua. 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	$788
Toddler	$736
Preschool	$736
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$650
Toddler	$617
Preschool	$617

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Vernon 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	1,603	146	$54,441	1.28
Retail Trade	1,262	74	$31,279	1.45
Manufacturing	840	40	$61,144	1.17
Accommodation & Food Services	732	65	$15,320	0.92
Construction	454	93	$54,219	0.99
Finance & Insurance	310	32	$59,298	0.88
Wholesale Trade	252	33	$64,657	0.73
Transportation & Warehousing	200	39	$63,997	0.54
Professional & Technical Services	158	58	$62,364	0.26
Other Services	143	46	$31,208	0.54
Information & Technology	140	20	$77,902	0.86
Educational Services	71	6	$22,959	0.39
Utilities	64	4	$74,554	1.93
Real Estate	63	25	$31,638	0.47
Arts & Entertainment	49	8	$14,487	0.33

Hospitals in Viroqua

Hospital	Type	CMS Rating	Emergency	Phone
VERNON MEMORIAL HOSPITAL	Critical Access Hospitals	—	Yes	(608) 637-2101

Schools in Viroqua

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Viroqua High	High	303	23	13.2:1
Viroqua Elementary	Elementary	299	29	10.3:1
Viroqua Middle	Middle	247	20	12.4:1
Viroqua Area Montessori School (Charter)	Elementary	145	9	16.1:1
Laurel High (Charter)	High	36	1	36.0:1
Vernon County Area Better Futures High (Charter)	High	20	1	20.0:1

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Radio Stations near Viroqua

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality

Campgrounds Near Viroqua

1 campgrounds found near Viroqua.

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

National Parks Near Viroqua

26 national parks and monuments found near Viroqua.

Park	Type	Fee
Backbone State Park	State Park	Free
Beaver Creek Valley State Park	State Park	Free
Belmont Mound State Park	State Park	Free
Buckhorn State Park	State Park	Free
Effigy Mounds National Monument	National Monument	Free
Elroy-Sparta State Trail	State Park	Free
Governor Dodge State Park	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
Mound View State Trail	State Park	Free
Natural Bridge State Park	State Park	Free
Nelson Dewey State Park	State Park	Free
Pecatonica State Trail	State Park	Free
Perrot State Park	State Park	Free
Pikes Peak State Park	State Park	Free
Ridgewood Area	State Park	Free
The 400 State Trail	State Park	Free
Tower Hill State Park	State Park	Free
Wildcat Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
Wyalusing State Park	State Park	Free
Yellowstone Lake State Park	State Park	Free

Museums in Viroqua

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
NORSKEDALEN NATURE AND HERITAGE CENTER	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	N455 O OPHUS ROAD	6084523424	$475,095
CRAWFORD COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	17933 STATE HIGHWAY 27 SOUTH	6087343192
READSTOWN HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	407 E KICKAPOO ST
VERNON COUNTY MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6086377396
WESTBY AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	111 BEKKEDAL AVENUE	6086344120
WESTERN WISCONSIN AGRICULTURAL MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in Viroqua

Name	Address	Annual Visits
MCINTOSH MEMORIAL LIBRARY	118 E. JEFFERSON ST.	104,024
BEKKUM MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY	206 N. MAIN ST.	34,084
LAWTON MEMORIAL LIBRARY	118 N. BIRD ST.	14,117
SOLDIERS GROVE PUBLIC LIBRARY	102 PASSIVE SUN DR., SOLAR TOWN CEN	8,558
KNUTSON MEMORIAL LIBRARY	500 CENTRAL AVE.	7,770
CASHTON MEMORIAL LIBRARY	720 BROADWAY ST.	7,018
VIOLA PUBLIC LIBRARY	137 S. MAIN ST.	6,482
READSTOWN PUBLIC LIBRARY	129 W. WISCONSIN AVE.	5,382

Farmers Markets in Viroqua

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Gays Mills Farmers Market	Main & Orin Streets/ Lions Park	05/13/2015 to 10/14/2015	Wed: 2:00 PM-6:00 PM;		Visit
Market in the Park - Ferryville
Sugar Ridge Ranch	E8977 Pierce Hill Rd				Visit
Turkey Ridge Organic Orchard- on farm Farm Market	50350 Turkey Ridge Rd	06/01/2016 to 07/17/2016		Yes
Viroqua Farmers' MARKET-Saturday	210 Fairgrounds Road	05/01/2016 to 11/01/2016	Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Viroqua Farmers' Market-Wednesday	210 South Main St.	05/01/2016 to 09/01/2016	Wed: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM;	Yes	Visit

Hotels in Viroqua

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Vernon Inn

Restaurants in Viroqua

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Driftless Cafe

Pizza Hut

Sittin Pretty Farm

Cafes in Viroqua

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Wonderstate Coffee

Veterinaries in Viroqua

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Animal Tracks

Gas Stations in Viroqua

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Clark

Kwik Trip

Mobil

Banks in Viroqua

3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Peoples State Bank

WCCU Credit Union

Golf Courses in Viroqua

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Viroqua Hills Golf Course

Breweries in Viroqua

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Frog Town Inn	Bars, Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Hotels & Motels, Bed & Breakfast & Inns, Taverns, Bar & Gr	407 Central Dr	6086545779
Rolling Ground Tavern	Cocktail Lounges, Bars & Clubs, Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Bar & Grill Restaurants	16463 Store Rd	6086245684

Nursing Homes in Viroqua

2 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility	Ownership	Beds	Residents	Overall	Health	Staffing	Quality	Phone
BETHEL HOME AND SERVICES 614 S ROCK AVE	Non profit - Church related	85	69	3/5	—	4/5	4/5	6086372171
VERNON MANOR E7404A COUNTY RD BB	Government - County	90	77	3/5	—	4/5	2/5	6086375400

Pharmacies in Viroqua

3 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
VERNON MEMORIAL HEALTHCARE INC	407 S MAIN ST	608-637-4716
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 971	1133 NORTH MAIN STREET	608-637-8514
WALGREENS - 10301	517 NORTH MAIN STREET	608-637-8405

EV Charging Stations in Viroqua

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	DC Fast	Connectors	Access
Viroqua Food Co-op	609 N Main St	Non-Networked	2		J1772	public

Cell Towers in Viroqua

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
699 Highland Rd (Westby DT - 196425399)	TOWER	81
SOUTH LA CROSSE CELL SITE	TOWER	61
54817 County Road B (Rising Sun/Viroqua - 120010077)	TOWER	52

Fire Stations in Viroqua

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Viroqua Fire Department	702 E Broadway ST	Mostly volunteer			608-637-3118

Power Plants Near Viroqua

Name	Type	Primary Fuel	Capacity (MW)	Status
LIBERTY POLE DPC SOLAR	SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC	221114	-90.9	OP

Bridges in Viroqua

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Slab	Concrete	1988	42	2,400	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1992	45	910	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1983	46	759	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1987	41	759	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1968	51	618	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1950	39	205	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1950	32	205	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1925	32	205	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1941	27	195	P
Slab	Concrete continuous	2004	71	127	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1989	47	114	F
Slab	Concrete	2004	45	105	G
Slab	Concrete	2007	39	104	F
Slab	Concrete	2009	33	103	G
Slab	Concrete	2017	39	99	G
Slab	Concrete continuous	1990	84	97	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1940	32	94	F
Slab	Concrete	2009	36	82	G
Slab	Concrete	2002	31	62	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1990	79	56	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1960	23	47	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1951	31	47	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1955	31	47	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1935	33	47	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1940	31	47	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1940	36	47	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1932	32	47	F
Slab	Concrete	2022	36	47	G
Slab	Concrete	1997	42	47	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1980	27	23	P
Culvert	Steel	1981	44	23	F

Correctional Facilities in Viroqua

Name	Address	Type	Population	Capacity	Status
VERNON COUNTY JAIL / SHERIFF	1320 BAD AXE COURT	COUNTY	-999	-999	OPEN

Airports Near Viroqua

37 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
La Crosse Regional Airport	LSE	Medium Airport
Volk Field	VOK	Medium Airport
Black River Falls Area Airport	—	Small Airport
Blair Airport	—	Small Airport
Bloyer Field	—	Small Airport
Boscobel Airport	—	Small Airport
C Jeidy Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Cran Bog N Airport	—	Small Airport
Dale Delight Airport	—	Small Airport
Elkader Airport	—	Small Airport
Elroy Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Hird Airport	—	Small Airport
Holland Air Park	—	Small Airport
Houston County Airport	—	Small Airport
Iowa County Airport	—	Small Airport
Leeward Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Lewis Airport	—	Small Airport
Mauston New Lisbon Union Airport	—	Small Airport
Monona Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Northwood Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Parkway Farm Strip	—	Small Airport
Pisha Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Prairie Du Chien Municipal Airport	PCD	Small Airport
Richland Airport	—	Small Airport
S & S Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Schubert Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Sky Hollow Airport	—	Small Airport
Southwind Airport	—	Small Airport
Sparta Fort McCoy Airport	CMY	Small Airport
Springhill Field Airport	—	Small Airport
Stupek Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Tri-County Regional Airport	LNR	Small Airport
Turkey Bluff Airport	—	Small Airport
Viroqua Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Waukon Municipal Airport	UKN	Small Airport
Woodland Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Young Tactical Landing Site Airport	—	Small Airport

Grocery Stores in Viroqua

8 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
ALDI 64114	Supermarket	1023 N Main St
Dollar Tree 6255	Other	314 N Main St
Kwik Trip 757	Convenience Store	1301 N Main St
KWIK TRIP 758	Convenience Store	603 S Main St
Viroqua Farmers Market	Farmers and Markets	220 South Main Street
VIROQUA FOOD COOPERATIVE	Super Store	609 N Main St
Walgreens 10301	Other	517 N Main St
Walmart 971	Super Store	1133 N Main St

Treatment Centers in Viroqua

1 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Gundersen Lutheran Medical Ctr Inc - Behavioral Health Department	Both	608-637-3195

DOL Wage Violations in Viroqua

4 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $25,121 in back wages owed to 96 employees.

Violations

$25,121

Back Wages Owed

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
Harmony Valley Farm	—	—	54665	—	2	$13,822	$242	57
IC Options	—	—	54665	—	1	$10,124	$440	23
Premier Meats	—	—	54665	—	1	$1,006	$91	11
VARC, Inc	—	VARC, Inc.	54665	—	1	$169	$34	5

Churches & Religious Organizations in Viroqua

11 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
ASSOCIATES TO RESTORE THE TEMPLE THEATRE LTD	PO BOX 107
BELIEVERS FELLOWSHIP CHURCH INC	PO BOX 431
ENGLISH LUTHERAN CHURCH	741 N EAST AVE
ENGLISH LUTHERAN SCHOOL	741 N EAST AVE
EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH IN AMERICA	614 S ROCK AVE
GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN CHURCH	504 S MAIN ST
GRACE EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH	915 COUNTY ROAD B
HEART MIND CENTER	409 S RUSK AVE
VIROQUA ASSEMBLY OF GOD	201 W BROADWAY ST
VIROQUA UNITED METHODIST CHURCH	221 S CENTER AVE
ZION LUTHERAN CHURCH	PO BOX 103

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Frequently Asked Questions About Viroqua

What is the population of Viroqua?

Viroqua has a population of 4,469 residents and is located in Wisconsin. The population density is 989 people per square mile, spread across 3.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 45.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.2% female and 51.8% male.

Is Viroqua expensive to live in?

Viroqua 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 $66,039, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $207,200 (26% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $840 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Viroqua safe?

Viroqua is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 68 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,292 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Viroqua receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Viroqua?

Viroqua has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 15°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.0 inches, with 47.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Viroqua?

The job market in Viroqua is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $905. There are 828 business establishments in the area, including 63 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 19 minutes, and 14.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Viroqua?

The median home value in Viroqua is $207,200. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $261,470. For renters, the median monthly rent is $840. Fair market rent is $872 for a 1-bedroom and $1,097 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 67.0%. The average annual property tax is $4,923.

How are the schools in Viroqua?

Schools in Viroqua score 5.9 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 31.8% of adults in Viroqua hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.7% have completed high school. 11.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Viroqua?

The obesity rate in Viroqua is 36.7% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 13.6% of adults are smokers. 23.8% are physically inactive. 23.7% of residents report depression. 7.3% lack health insurance. 54.1% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:966.

What is transportation like in Viroqua?

The average commute in Viroqua is 19 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 67% of workers drive alone to work, and 14.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Viroqua?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Viroqua is 93.4% White, 0.6% Black or African American, 1.1% Hispanic or Latino. 98.2% of residents speak only English at home. 9.0% of the population are military veterans. 17.1% of residents have a disability. 95.8% have health insurance coverage.

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