Cost of Living in La Crosse County, WI

What does it cost to live in La Crosse County? Income, housing, and affordability breakdown.

Median Income

$68,731

Median Rent

$984/mo

Median Home

$226,600

Affordability

371

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$1,146
Property Tax$321
Insurance$76

Total Monthly$1,543
% of Income26.9%

Renting

Median Rent$984
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$1,009
% of Income17.2%

Living in La Crosse County, Wisconsin

La Crosse County has a median household income of $68,731 with housing costs that represent 26.9% of income for owners and 17.2% for renters. Housing costs are within the recommended 30% of income threshold.

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County-level data from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2022 5-Year Estimates. Additional sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Bureau of Economic Analysis. Estimates are county-level medians. This is not financial advice.