La Crosse city, Wisconsin
La Crosse city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
La Crosse city is a geographic entity located in La Crosse County, Wisconsin. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 50,784. The land area covers 21.73 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 50,784 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 30.5 yrs | ±0.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 22,965 | ±550 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 24,404 | ±464 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 22,965 | ±550 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,439 | ±375 |
| Median Home Value | $210,100 | ±$6,661 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,010 | ±$39 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $55,866 | ±$3,428 |
| Per Capita Income | $34,439 | ±$1,937 |
| Poverty Rate | 21.4% | ±1.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 10,109 | ±815 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.7% | ±0.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 27,929 | ±917 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 88.4% | ±1.9% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 51,049 (2024)
ID: 205657
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Municipal | Official Local Government |
Contact: MAYOR
400 LA CROSSE ST, LA CROSSE WI 54601-3374
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GUS Population: 121,060 (2024)
ID: 177066
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: FINANCE DIRECTOR
400 4TH ST N, LA CROSSE WI 54601-3227
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School La Crosse | 09-12 | La Crosse, WI | |
| Regular School La Crosse | PK-06 | La Crosse, WI | |
| Regular School La Crosse | KG-12 | La Crosse, WI | |
| Regular School La Crosse | PK-05 | La Crosse, WI | |
| Regular School La Crosse | PK-05 | La Crosse, WI | |
| Regular School La Crosse | PK-05 | La Crosse, WI | |
| Regular School La Crosse | PK | La Crosse, WI | |
| Regular School La Crosse | 06-12 | La Crosse, WI | |
| Regular School La Crosse | 09-12 | La Crosse, WI | |
| Regular School La Crosse | 06-08 | La Crosse, WI |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 3 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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GUNDERSEN LUTHERAN MEDICAL CENTER
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Hospital | City address association | 1910 SOUTH AVE, LA CROSSE, WI, 54601 |
(608) 782-7300
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University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
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College | 0.7 mi away | 1725 State St, La Crosse, WI, 54601-9959 |
6087858000
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LA CROSSE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 1.4 mi away | 800 MAIN ST., LA CROSSE, WI, 54601 |
(608) 789-7100
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MAYO CLINIC HEALTH SYSTEM-FRANCISCAN MEDICAL CENTER INC
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Hospital | City address association | 700 WEST AVENUE SOUTH, LA CROSSE, WI, 54601 |
(608) 785-0940
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Western Technical College
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College | 1.3 mi away | 400 7th St. North, La Crosse, WI, 54601 |
6087859200
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NORTH COMMUNITY BRANCH
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Library | 1.7 mi away | 1552 KANE ST., LA CROSSE, WI, 54603 |
(608) 789-7102
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Viterbo University
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College | 1.8 mi away | 900 Viterbo Drive, La Crosse, WI, 54601-8804 |
6087963001
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F.J. ROBERS LIBRARY
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Library | 3.6 mi away | 2548 LAKESHORE DR., LA CROSSE, WI, 54603 |
(608) 783-0052
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The Salon Professional Academy-Onalaska
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College | 3.6 mi away | 566 Theater Rd, Onalaska, WI, 54650 |
6087837400
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ONALASKA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.6 mi away | 741 OAK AVE. S., ONALASKA, WI, 54650 |
(608) 781-9568
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at LA CROSSE WFO, WI US, located 1.7 miles from La Crosse city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23.6° | 8.3° | 16.0° | 1.12" | 10.5" |
| February | 28.7° | 12.8° | 20.7° | 1.13" | 12.4" |
| March | 41.1° | 24.4° | 32.8° | 1.93" | 8.3" |
| April | 55.4° | 36.1° | 45.7° | 4.02" | 4.5" |
| May | 67.2° | 47.9° | 57.5° | 4.91" | 0.0" |
| June | 76.0° | 57.8° | 66.9° | 5.29" | 0.0" |
| July | 79.5° | 61.8° | 70.7° | 4.26" | 0.0" |
| August | 78.1° | 60.3° | 69.2° | 4.47" | 0.0" |
| September | 70.8° | 52.0° | 61.4° | 4.00" | 0.0" |
| October | 57.6° | 39.9° | 48.8° | 2.91" | 0.5" |
| November | 41.7° | 27.7° | 34.7° | 1.94" | 3.5" |
| December | 29.2° | 15.4° | 22.3° | 1.49" | 14.5" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Crosse city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| French Island CDP | CDP | 3.0 mi | — |
| La Crescent city | City | 4.0 mi | — |
| Onalaska city | City | 4.6 mi | — |
| Dresbach CDP | CDP | 7.4 mi | — |
| Hokah city | City | 7.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 5506340775. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.