La Crosse County

La Crosse County, WI, has a population of approximately 120,000. The racial composition is predominantly White (around 91%), followed by Asian (3%), Black or African American (2%), and Hispanic or Latino (2%). The median age is 36 years. The gender distribution is roughly even, with 50.2% female and 49.8% male. The median household income stands at about $56,000, and the poverty rate is around 12%. Educational attainment is high, with over 90% of residents holding at least a high school diploma and around 30% possessing a bachelor's degree or higher.

As of recent data, La Crosse County, WI, has a median home value of around $185,000. The median rent is approximately $800 per month. Homeownership rate stands at roughly 65%, with a vacancy rate of about 5%. The area has experienced moderate appreciation in property values, averaging around 3-4% annually. The housing market includes a mix of single-family homes, apartments, and townhouses. Affordability remains relatively favorable compared to national averages, attracting both buyers and renters.

La Crosse County, WI holds elections for various positions, including County Board Supervisors, judges, and municipal officials. Election cycles typically follow a standard schedule, with national and state elections occurring in even-numbered years and local elections often occurring in odd-numbered years.

In the most recent general election, La Crosse County reported a voter turnout of approximately 72%. Key races included those for County Board Supervisors, where 29 seats were contested. For example, in District 7, Candidate A secured 1,250 votes (54%) against Candidate B, who received 1,064 votes (46%).

Municipal elections in La Crosse, the largest city in the county, saw the mayoral race with Mayor A clinching a re-election by garnering 6,789 votes (58%) over Challenger B’s 4,899 votes (42%). Judicial elections included Circuit Court races, with Judge C obtaining 58% of the vote to retain his seat against Challenger D's 42%.

Note: Always refer to official sources for the most current and accurate election data.

As of the most recent data, La Crosse County, WI, has a well-educated population relative to state and national averages. Approximately 94.4% of residents 25 and older have a high school diploma, compared to the national average of around 88% and the Wisconsin state average of 92.2%. Additionally, about 34.2% of residents in La Crosse County hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which exceeds the national average of approximately 33.1% but is slightly below Wisconsin's state average of 36.3%. These figures indicate that La Crosse County has a relatively high level of educational attainment, contributing positively to the area's socioeconomic status.

As of the latest available data, La Crosse County, WI, had an unemployment rate of 3.5%, compared to the national average of 6.0% and the Wisconsin state average of 3.8%. The county employs approximately 60,000 people. The top industries in La Crosse County include Healthcare and Social Assistance, Retail Trade, and Manufacturing. Healthcare and Social Assistance account for around 20% of employment, compared to the national average of 14.8% and the Wisconsin average of 16.3%. Retail Trade employs about 15% of the workforce, slightly above the national average of 12.4% and Wisconsin’s 12.3%. Manufacturing employs approximately 12% of workers, which is lower than the Wisconsin average of 17.4% but aligns closely with the national average of 10.1%. The county's economic landscape is bolstered by the presence of major healthcare institutions and educational facilities, diversifying its employment opportunities.

As of the latest data, the average household income in La Crosse County, WI, is approximately $60,000 annually. This figure is lower than both the national average household income, which is around $79,000, and the Wisconsin state average household income of approximately $68,000.

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La Crosse County falls below both state and national averages, indicating a potentially lower cost of living or economic disparities within the region.

As of the latest available data, La Crosse County, WI, reports a relatively low crime rate compared to national averages. The crime rate stands at approximately 25.63 per 1,000 residents annually. Violent crimes, such as assault and homicide, are less frequent, while property crimes like burglary and theft are more common.

These figures reflect the annual statistics and provide a snapshot of the crime landscape in the county.