La Crosse, WI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
51,791 332.4M (US)
Median Age
30.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
41.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
34.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$53,803 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
80.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
18 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
25.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$196,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$647 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$842 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
43.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

La Crosse County
2
La Crosse-Onalaska Metro Area
2
Wisconsin
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

La Crosse County
5
La Crosse-Onalaska Metro Area
4
Wisconsin
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 10 16
Feb 1 8 21
Mar 2 6 33
Apr 3 1 47
May 4 0 57
Jun 4 0 67
Jul 4 0 71
Aug 4 0 69
Sep 4 0 61
Oct 2 0 48
Nov 2 3 34
Dec 1 11 20

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 56% of residents leaning left and 39% leaning right.

Liberal (57%) (39%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 40%
Hillary Clinton 54%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, WI State Senate District 32, WI Assembly District 95, WI
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Schools

Emerson Elementary
<1 miles, SW • 2.8 star
Aquinas Catholic Schools
1 miles, SW • 5 star
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Colleges

University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
<1 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Western Technical College
1 miles, W • 1.9 star
Viterbo University
2 miles, SW • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center
2 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Winona Health Services
24 miles, NW • 4.1 star
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Airports

La Crosse Regional Airport
4 miles, N • 1 star
Rochester International Airport
64 miles, NW • 1 star
Chippewa Valley Regional Airport
73 miles, N • 1 star
Central Wisconsin Airport
101 miles, E • 1 star
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