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La Crosse County, Wisconsin
La Crosse County, Wisconsin. La Crosse County had 121,339 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, up 0.4% since 2020, slower than Wisconsin (+1.3%). It holds 21 places (6 cities, villages and boroughs, 11 towns and townships and 4 census-designated) and 28 census tracts. GEOID 55063.
La Crosse County is one of the 3 counties of the La Crosse-Onalaska, WI-MN metropolitan statistical area (the Census Bureau's July 2023 delineation).
Residents, July 2025 estimate
121,339
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 120,784 · ACS 2020-2024: 120,488
Median household income
$73,013
±$2,790 (90% margin)
Wisconsin: $77,485
Median home value
$257,000
±$8,370 (90% margin)
Wisconsin: $266,500
Median gross rent
$1,059
±$31 (90% margin)
Wisconsin: $1,087
How many people live in La Crosse County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 120,784 residents in La Crosse County. The Census Bureau estimates 121,339 for July 1, 2025, up 0.4% since 2020, slower than Wisconsin (+1.3%). The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 120,488 over 452 square miles of land.
| Measure | La Crosse County | Wisconsin | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 120,488 | 5,914,872 | +2,594 |
| Households | 51,497±520 | 2,479,480 | +3,979 |
| Average household size | 2.25±0.02 | 2.33 | −0.12 |
| Housing units | 54,011±111 | 2,778,572 | +3,707 |
La Crosse County's population since 2000
From 107,120 in 2000 to 121,339 in 2025: up 13.3%. The 2000, 2010 and 2020 figures are census counts. The 2005 figure is the Census Bureau's intercensal estimate, revised to fit the 2000 and 2010 counts and drawn on 2010 boundaries; 2015 and 2025 are July 1 estimates made from the census before them.
Source: The 2000, 2010 and 2020 Census counts and the Census Bureau's population estimates (intercensal 2000-2010, Vintage 2020, Vintage 2025) · Census population estimates
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); PEP Vintage 2025 (CO-EST2025); 2020 Census · Check it at data.census.gov
What cities and towns are in La Crosse County?
La Crosse County holds 21 places: 6 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places), 11 towns and townships (county subdivisions with their own government) and 4 census-designated places. The largest is La Crosse with 50,784 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| La Crosse | 52,680 | $55,866 |
|---|---|---|
| Onalaska | 18,803 | $85,867 |
| Holmen | 10,661 | $79,899 |
| Onalaska (town) | 5,835 | $106,700 |
| West Salem | 5,277 | $97,019 |
| Shelby (town) | 4,804 | $110,341 |
| Holland (town), La Crosse County | 4,530 | $119,609 |
| French Island | 4,284 | $60,202 |
| Hamilton (town) | 2,428 | $112,500 |
| Greenfield (town), La Crosse County | 2,187 | $105,417 |
| Farmington (town), La Crosse County | 2,140 | $70,550 |
| Brice Prairie | 1,961 | $94,408 |
| Medary (town) | 1,604 | $105,114 |
| Bangor | 1,437 | $81,250 |
| Barre (town) | 1,267 | $105,956 |
| Burns (town) | 946 | $99,375 |
| Rockland | 765 | $78,500 |
| Bangor (town) | 617 | $108,750 |
| Washington (town), La Crosse County | 519 | $76,875 |
| St. Joseph | 487 | $90,625 |
| MindoroGEOID 5553050 | 291 | $66,563 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); 2020 place-by-county parts · Check it at data.census.gov
Who lives in La Crosse County?
The median resident of La Crosse County is 37.5 years old; 19.4% are under 18 and 18.1% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 87.4%, then non-Hispanic Asian residents at 4.5%. 3.0% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | La Crosse County | Wisconsin | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 37.5±0.4 | 40.2 | +1.6 |
| Under 18 years | 19.4% | 21.4% | – |
| 65 years and over | 18.1%±0.1 pts | 18.5% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.7% | 8.0% | +0.8 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 87.4%±0.3 pts | 78.6% | −2.5 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 1.5%±0.3 pts | 5.9% | no clear change |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 4.5%±0.3 pts | 2.9% | no clear change |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 0.2%±0.1 pts | 0.5% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.1 pts | 0.0% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 3.4%±0.4 pts | 3.7% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.3%±0.2 pts | 0.3% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 3.0%±0.3 pts | 5.2% | no clear change |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 6.7%±0.7 pts | 9.0% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 6.8%±0.6 pts | 6.2% | – |
| With a disability | 12.9%±0.9 pts | 12.3% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 4.4%±0.6 pts | 5.2% | no clear change |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 96.5%±0.5 pts | 93.6% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 36.5%±1.6 pts | 33.4% | no clear change |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 14.3%±0.8 pts | 11.4% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 2.9%±0.5 pts | 2.0% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profiles DP02, DP05) · Check it at data.census.gov
What do households in La Crosse County earn?
Half of La Crosse County's 51,497 households earn less than $73,013 a year (±$2,790), against $77,485 in Wisconsin. In 2015-2019 it was $71,235 in 2024 dollars; the margins of error cannot tell the two periods apart. 12.4% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | La Crosse County | Wisconsin | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $73,013±$2,790 | $77,485 | no clear change |
| Mean household income | $97,214±$3,549 | $101,466 | – |
| Per capita income | $41,922±$1,468 | $43,373 | +$1,844 |
| People below the poverty line | 12.4%±1.0 pts | 10.6% | no clear change |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 8.2%±1.9 pts | 12.8% | no clear change |
| Households receiving SNAP | 9.3%±1.1 pts | 11.1% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 89.9%±1.1 pts | 90.3% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What does housing cost in La Crosse County?
Owners occupy 62.2% of La Crosse County's occupied homes and renters 37.8%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $257,000 by its owner (±$8,370). The median renter pays $1,059 a month including utilities, and 35.5% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | La Crosse County | Wisconsin | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $257,000±$8,370 | $266,500 | +$43,721 |
| Median gross rent | $1,059±$31 | $1,087 | no clear change |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 35.5%±3.5 pts | 35.0% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,698±$33 | $1,689 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 62.2%±1.5 pts | 67.8% | no clear change |
| Housing units | 54,011±111 | 2,778,572 | +3,707 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 0.4%±0.2 pts | 0.5% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 2.9%±1.1 pts | 4.5% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 59.2%±1.5 pts | 66.2% | – |
| Mobile homes | 4.2%±0.6 pts | 3.1% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 1.4%±0.4 pts | 1.4% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 16.2%±1.3 pts | 17.8% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP04) · Check it at data.census.gov
How many new homes is La Crosse County building?
Builders took permits for 363 new housing units across La Crosse County in 2025 (215 single-family), 3.0 per 1,000 residents.
Source: Building Permits Survey, annual county files 2019-2025, U.S. Census Bureau · Census Building Permits Survey
How do people in La Crosse County get to work?
75.5% of La Crosse County's workers drive alone and 11.6% work from home. The average trip to work takes 18.7 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 3.1%.
| Measure | La Crosse County | Wisconsin | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 66.6%±0.9 pts | 65.3% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 3.1%±0.8 pts | 3.2% | no clear change |
| Drove alone to work | 75.5%±1.4 pts | 74.4% | – |
| Carpooled | 6.8%±0.9 pts | 7.3% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.8%±0.3 pts | 1.1% | – |
| Walked | 3.3%±0.5 pts | 2.6% | – |
| Worked from home | 11.6%±1.0 pts | 13.1% | +7.8 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 18.7 min±0.6 | 22.2 min | no clear change |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What are La Crosse County's census tracts?
La Crosse County is divided into 28 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $28,382 (Tract 5) to $134,643 (Tract 102.05).
All 28 census tracts of La Crosse County, with their figures
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does La Crosse County compare with Wisconsin's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 12th of 72 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 48th of 72 |
| Residents per square mile | 11th of 72 |
| Median household income | 36th of 72 |
| Median home value | 21st of 72 |
| Median gross rent | 13th of 72 |
| Poverty rate | 17th of 72 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 7th of 72 |
| Median age | 65th of 72 |
Source: PlainCities ranks from the American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) and PEP Vintage 2025 · How ranks are computed
How these figures are made: methodology and release checks · reading a margin of error · every state · corrections
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