La Crosse

WI

La Crosse County, Wisconsin

Population 120K |Median income $73,013 |2 hospitals

Population
120,488
La Crosse County
Median Income
$73,013
+7% vs avg
Median Home Value
$257,000
+13% vs avg
Median Age
37.5
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
120K+4%
Median Income
$73,013+42%
Median Home Value
$257,000+66%
Poverty Rate
12.4%-11%
Unemployment
3.1%-47%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,059/mo
Poverty Rate
12.4% -13% vs avg
Unemployment 3.1%
Bachelor's Degree+ 36.5%
Work From Home 11.6%
Public Transit 0.8%

Population

White 88.2%
Asian 4.5%
Two or More Ethnicities 3.1%
African American 1.5%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
37.5%
Short Sleep Duration
31.6%
High Blood Pressure
30%
Physical Inactivity
25.1%
Binge Drinking
19.8%
Frequent Mental Distress
16.3%
Current Smoking
12.6%
Frequent Physical Distress
12.3%
Current Asthma
11.2%
Diabetes
10.1%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 78.5%
Dental Visit 68.8%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
6.6%
Coronary Heart Disease
6.1%
Stroke
3%

Hospitals 2 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
1
★★★★
1
★★★
0
★★
0
★
0
Average Rating
4.5/5
Total Hospitals
2
With ER
2
MAYO CLINIC HEALTH SYSTEM-FRANCISCAN MEDICAL CENTER INC
LA CROSSE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★★
GUNDERSEN LUTHERAN MEDICAL CENTER
LA CROSSE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆

Alerts & News — La Crosse Area 6

Weather Warnings high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Sydney and Wollondilly/Wingecarribee: Flash Flooding and Large Hail Possible

BOM · 1h ago
Weather Warnings high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Darwin, Litchfield, and Palmerston: Heavy Rainfall and Flash Flooding Possible

BOM · 12h ago
Weather Alerts high

Heavy Freezing Spray Warning Issued for Lake Superior Near Minnesota and Wisconsin

NOAA · 13h ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Lake Erie Waters from The Islands to Willowick

NOAA · 1d ago
Flood Warnings high

Flood Warning Issued for Bourne Valley and The Winterbournes in Hampshire and Wiltshire

Environment Agency · 1d ago
Weather Alerts

Yellow Wind Warning Issued for M.D. of Willow Creek Near Claresholm and Stavely

ECCC · 1d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of La Crosse, WI? ▼
La Crosse, WI has a population of 120,488 people, located in La Crosse County, Wisconsin.
What is the median household income in La Crosse? ▼
The median household income in La Crosse, WI is $73,013 per year. The poverty rate is 12.4%.
What is the median home value in La Crosse? ▼
The median home value in La Crosse, WI is $257,000. Median rent is $1,059/month.
What are the top health concerns in La Crosse? ▼
The top health indicators in La Crosse include Obesity (37.5%), Short Sleep Duration (31.6%), High Blood Pressure (30%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in La Crosse? ▼
La Crosse has 2 hospitals with an average rating of 4.5/5 stars. 2 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in La Crosse? ▼
The median age in La Crosse, WI is 37.5 years. 36.5% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

La Crosse, WI is located in La Crosse County, Wisconsin. With a population of 120K and a median household income of $73,013, the community faces health challenges including obesity and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 2 hospitals with an average rating of 4.5/5 stars. Safety alerts for the La Crosse area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Nearby Cities 8

North La Crosse, WI 50K Onalaska, WI 18K Winona, MN 27K Rochester, MN 112K Eau Claire, WI 68K Baraboo, WI 12K Chippewa Falls, WI 14K Marshfield, WI 19K
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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (La Crosse County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.