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Crime in Onalaska summary. We use data from the FBI to determine the crime rates in Onalaska. Key points include:
There were 444 total crimes in Onalaska in the last reporting year.
The overall crime rate per 100,000 people in Onalaska is 2,328.5 / 100k people.
The violent crime rate per 100,000 people in Onalaska is 36.7 / 100k people.
The property crime rate per 100,000 people in Onalaska is 2,291.8 / 100k people.
Overall, crime in Onalaska is 9.88% above the national average.
Total Crimes
Above National Average
Crime In Onalaska Comparison Table
| Statistic | Count Raw |
Onalaska / 100k People |
Wisconsin / 100k People |
National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 444 | 2,328.5 | 1,432.6 | 2,119.2 |
| Violent Crime | 7 | 36.7 | 278.5 | 359.0 |
| Murder | 0 | 0.0 | 4.2 | 5.0 |
| Robbery | 0 | 0.0 | 39.4 | 61.0 |
| Aggravated Assault | 3 | 15.7 | 200.1 | 256.0 |
| Property Crime | 437 | 2,291.8 | 1,154.1 | 1,760.0 |
| Burglary | 16 | 83.9 | 117.2 | 229.0 |
| Larceny | 417 | 2,186.9 | 875.6 | 1,272.0 |
| Car Theft | 4 | 21.0 | 161.3 | 259.0 |
Source: FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (2024)
Cost of living in Onalaska summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Onalaska. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around Wisconsin. Key points include:
The cost of living in Onalaska is 100 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Onalaska is 1.0x lower than the national average.
The median home value in Onalaska is $359,544.
The median income in Onalaska is $85,867.
Onalaska's Overall Cost Of Living
Lower Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Onalaska Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Onalaska | Wisconsin | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 100 | 98 | 100 |
| Services | 101 | 98 | 100 |
| Groceries | 97 | 100 | 100 |
| Health | 110 | 91 | 100 |
| Housing | 97 | 99 | 100 |
| Transportation | 105 | 102 | 100 |
| Utilities | 102 | 100 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
Onalaska, WI Weather
The average high in Onalaska is 56.5° and the average low is 37.3°.
There are 64.9 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 34.4 inches of precipitation each year with 42.2 inches of snow.
| Stat | Onalaska |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 56.5 |
| Average Annual Low | 37.3 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 64.9 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 34.4 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 42.2 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
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Onalaska Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Onalaska
The current population in Onalaska is 19,348. The population has increased 12.9% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 19,348 | 2.3% |
| 2023 | 18,909 | 0.4% |
| 2022 | 18,837 | 0.4% |
| 2021 | 18,760 | -0.3% |
| 2020 | 18,814 | 0.8% |
| 2019 | 18,662 | 0.6% |
| 2018 | 18,546 | 0.5% |
| 2017 | 18,452 | 0.3% |
| 2016 | 18,396 | 0.8% |
| 2015 | 18,255 | 0.6% |
| 2014 | 18,148 | 1.0% |
| 2013 | 17,973 | 1.3% |
| 2012 | 17,740 | 1.8% |
| 2011 | 17,428 | 1.7% |
| 2010 | 17,137 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Onalaska
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Onalaska is:
84.6% White with 16,362 White residents.
2.7% African American with 527 African American residents.
0.6% American Indian with 116 American Indian residents.
5.3% Asian with 1,032 Asian residents.
0.1% Hawaiian with 21 Hawaiian residents.
0.2% Other with 30 Other residents.
3.9% Two Or More with 762 Two Or More residents.
2.6% Hispanic with 498 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Onalaska | WI | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 84.6% | 78.6% | 57.4% |
| African American | 2.7% | 5.9% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 5.3% | 2.9% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.1% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 3.9% | 3.7% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 2.6% | 8.0% | 19.3% |
Gender in Onalaska
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Onalaska is 52.3% female with 10,124 female residents.
Onalaska is 47.7% male with 9,224 male residents.
| Gender | Onalaska | WI | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.3% | 49.9% | 50.5% |
| Male | 47.7% | 50.1% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Onalaska for adults over 25
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1.0% of adults in Onalaska completed < 9th grade.
1.0% of adults in Onalaska completed 9-12th grade.
19.0% of adults in Onalaska completed high school / ged.
25.0% of adults in Onalaska completed some college.
13.0% of adults in Onalaska completed associate's degree.
24.0% of adults in Onalaska completed bachelor's degree.
12.0% of adults in Onalaska completed master's degree.
3.0% of adults in Onalaska completed professional degree.
2.0% of adults in Onalaska completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Onalaska | WI | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 1.0% | 4.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 1.0% | 4.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 19.0% | 29.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 25.0% | 19.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 13.0% | 11.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 24.0% | 22.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 12.0% | 8.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 3.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 2.0% | 1.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Onalaska, Wisconsin
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2.3% of households in Onalaska earn Less than $10,000.
1.4% of households in Onalaska earn $10,000 to $14,999.
4.9% of households in Onalaska earn $15,000 to $24,999.
5.4% of households in Onalaska earn $25,000 to $34,999.
10.5% of households in Onalaska earn $35,000 to $49,999.
18.6% of households in Onalaska earn $50,000 to $74,999.
14.1% of households in Onalaska earn $75,000 to $99,999.
20.2% of households in Onalaska earn $100,000 to $149,999.
9.3% of households in Onalaska earn $150,000 to $199,999.
13.2% of households in Onalaska earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Onalaska | WI | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 2.3% | 4.1% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 1.4% | 3.0% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 4.9% | 5.9% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 5.4% | 7.2% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 10.5% | 10.8% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 18.6% | 17.5% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 14.1% | 13.8% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 20.2% | 19.1% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 9.3% | 9.4% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 13.2% | 9.2% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
