Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.29 |
| Below Poverty | 12.0% ▲ 20% above avg |
| College Grads | 50.4% ▲ 30% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.1% ▼ 37% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 428 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 17,655 (23.6%) |
| Some College | 7,440 (10%) |
| Associates | 11,634 (15.6%) |
| Bachelors | 10,851 (14.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 26,652 (35.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $71,941 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $242,843 ▼ 13% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,044/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 52,914 |
| Vacant Units | 2,691 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
La Crosse County is located in Wisconsin and encompasses 9 ZIP codes spanning 7 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 119,461 residents. With a median age of 36.53, it is a relatively young county.
La Crosse County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $71,940 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 12.0% is above the national average.
Housing in La Crosse County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $242,843 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,044. Homeownership rates are high at 62.8%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of La Crosse County are primarily White (87.77%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 50.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average.
La Crosse County, WI is a solidly middle-class area in Wisconsin. The 9 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 54614 | Bangor | 2,647 | $81,302 | $238,200 | $898 | 3.2% | 45.6% |
| 54636 | Holmen | 16,784 | $91,156 | $290,600 | $1,145 | 0.5% | 52.2% |
| 54601 | La Crosse | 50,474 | $60,078 | $220,200 | $998 | 3.1% | 51.9% |
| 54603 | La Crosse | 14,181 | $49,693 | $175,500 | $936 | 6.1% | 35.3% |
| 54644 | Mindoro | 1,297 | $79,250 | $263,300 | — | 4.7% | 31.0% |
| 54650 | Onalaska | 24,619 | $85,255 | $279,100 | $1,109 | 2.9% | 54.7% |
| 54653 | Rockland | 1,232 | $69,583 | $253,500 | $1,063 | 2.4% | 28.1% |
| 54669 | West Salem | 8,227 | $100,214 | $288,600 | $1,156 | 3.0% | 58.0% |