Viroqua, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

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.

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
44°F Avg Temperature
45 Violent Crime/100K 1,498 property/100K
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
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
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
45 violent crimes/100K (88% below avg)
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $66,039
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $207,200
26% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 45/100K
88% 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%

Economy

A
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
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$261,470

Crime

F
Violent45/100K
Property1,498/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault23/100K
Burglary204/100K

Health

Obesity36.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.7%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain38.0 in/yr
Elevation1,246 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+31.8%
High School+94.7%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 53% / D 45%
Commute19 min
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, a low poverty rate. 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 45 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,498 per 100,000, 24% 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 5.8/10.

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. 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. The median age is 45.6 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.4%), with 1.1% Hispanic.

Population

4,469
Total Population
989
People / sq mi
45.6yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
4.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.8%
Female 48.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Viroqua vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.2%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.8%
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. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.5%
64% below US avg
Establishments (County)828
County GDP$1,540M

Business (County)

Restaurants63
Healthcare75
Retail79
Manufacturing43

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,923
41% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.38%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.5 min
Work from Home14.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Viroqua is $207,200, 26% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $840 (28% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $261,470.

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

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied67.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,923
41% above US avg
Effective Rate2.38%
In Viroqua, 36.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.7% report depression. 23.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.7%
14% above US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure27.6%
Asthma10.8%
COPD5.4%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.0%
Physical Inactivity23.8%
Depression23.7%
Mental Distress16.6%
Physical Distress11.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.8%
Checkup Rate74.8%
Premature Death7,508/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access54.1%
Healthcare Facilities75
Viroqua has a violent crime rate of 45 per 100,000 residents, 88% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,498 per 100,000 (24% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent45.4/100K
88% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery22.7/100K
Assault22.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,497.6/100K
24% below US avg
Burglary204.2/100K
Theft1,293.4/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Viroqua has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-10°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average43.7°F
19% below US avg
January Average15°F (-10°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.0 inches
0% below US avg
Snowfall47.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,246 ft (380 m)
Area4.5 sq mi (11.7 km²)
Population Density989/sq mi
Coordinates43.5605°N, 90.8860°W
County FIPS55123
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 31.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (6% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 7.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.1%
D 45.3%

Winner: Republican by 7.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+31.8%
6% below US avg
High School+94.7%
School Test Score5.81
B+ Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density989/sq mi
Total Area4.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities75
Restaurants63
Retail Stores79

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.5 min
Work from Home14.4%

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