La Crosse County, Wisconsin Housing Market
In La Crosse County, Wisconsin, the median home value is $257,000, with a median monthly rent of $1,059. This places La Crosse County at #856 nationally out of 3134 counties by median home value, and #21 within Wisconsin.
📈 Price Trend (2017 → 2024)
📊 Recent Market Momentum (FHFA HPI)
FHFA House Price Index — All-Transactions, Annual (2000 = 100) · Latest: 2025
📍 Economic Snapshot
Employment & Wages
- Avg weekly wage: $1,177
- Establishments: 3,502
- BLS QCEW, 2025
Housing Supply
- Single-family: 215
- Multi-family: 148
- U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey
Migration Patterns
- Inflow: 50,782 (avg $88,391)
- Outflow: 48,784 (avg $89,098)
- IRS Statistics of Income
📍 Sub-Market Activity
Top 10 active ZIP codes in La Crosse County · Latest: 2025
| # | ZIP Code | HPI | YoY Change | Latest Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 54661 | 264.0 | +11.21% | 2025 |
| 2 | 54656 | 290.7 | +11.69% | 2025 |
| 3 | 54623 | 249.8 | +6.06% | 2025 |
| 4 | 54603 | 259.0 | +5.70% | 2025 |
| 5 | 54667 | 283.4 | +1.30% | 2025 |
| 6 | 54650 | 252.4 | +3.98% | 2025 |
| 7 | 54669 | 270.9 | +11.10% | 2025 |
| 8 | 54636 | 257.2 | +5.32% | 2025 |
| 9 | 54601 | 259.3 | +3.66% | 2025 |
| 10 | 54614 | 243.2 | -0.75% | 2025 |
Source: FHFA HPI for Five-Digit ZIP Codes (All-Transactions Index, 2000 = 100).
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| Metric | La Crosse County | Wisconsin Average | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $257,000 | $234,086 | $227,706 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,059 | $915 | $968 |
| Owner Occupancy Rate | 62.2% | 75.9% | 73.3% |
| Price/Rent Ratio | 20.2 | 21.2 | 18.7 |
Market Analysis
The median home value in La Crosse County is 9.8% above the Wisconsin state average and 12.9% above the U.S. national average. The median rent of $1,059/month is 15.7% above the state average.
With a price-to-rent ratio of 20.2, renting is generally more cost-effective than buying in the short to medium term. The market favors buyers only for long-term holds.
La Crosse County has an owner-occupancy rate of 62.2%, compared to 75.9% in Wisconsin and 73.3% nationally. This indicates a more renter-heavy market than the U.S. average.
Similar Counties by Home Value
| County | State | Median Home Value | Median Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Escambia County | Florida | $257,200 | $1,321 |
| Pickaway County | Ohio | $256,800 | $1,020 |
| Baker County | Florida | $256,700 | $1,302 |
| Berks County | Pennsylvania | $257,300 | $1,181 |
| Franklin city | Virginia | $256,600 | $988 |
Other Counties in Wisconsin
| County | Median Home Value | Median Rent | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chippewa County | $257,900 | $963 | 74.2% |
| Sauk County | $258,600 | $1,018 | 72.4% |
| Eau Claire County | $261,000 | $1,064 | 61.0% |
| Racine County | $251,400 | $1,080 | 71.0% |
| Green County | $250,200 | $867 | 75.9% |
Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 2024 5-Year Estimates (2017–2024). Variables: B25077 (Median Home Value), B25064 (Median Gross Rent), B25003 (Tenure). Data collected on 2026-10-14. The price-to-rent ratio is calculated as Median Home Value ÷ (Median Monthly Rent × 12).