La Crosse County Public RecordsWisconsin

La Crosse County, WI had 71,234 registered voters in the November 2022 general election, with a turnout of 61%. The county holds elections for federal, state, county, and municipal offices, and referendums. In 2022, Democrats won with 53% in congressional races. There are 32 polling locations across 29 municipalities. Key issues include public health and education funding. Elections are administered by the County Clerk with bipartisan oversight; both Republican and Democratic parties have local organizations active in voter outreach and poll staffing. Election data and polling places are published on the county’s official website.

La Crosse County, WI, boasts over 30 public K-12 schools, including 8 high schools, with a graduation rate of approximately 93%. About 30% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. The county is home to higher education institutions like the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse and Western Technical College. School safety scores are above state average, with regular safety drills and comprehensive protocols. Educational programs include Advanced Placement, STEM initiatives, and adult education classes. The average public school rating in the county is 7/10, reflecting strong academic performance and community involvement.

As of 2022, La Crosse County, WI had an employment rate of approximately 67%. The largest industries are Health Care & Social Assistance (22.4%), Educational Services (11.3%), and Retail Trade (10.8%). Top occupations include Office & Administrative Support (13.6%), Sales (10.7%), and Management (10%). About 82% of workers commute by car, with an average commute time of 17 minutes. While most residents work within the county, over 15% commute to neighboring counties, mainly Monroe and Vernon.

La Crosse County, WI has a homeownership rate of about 62%, with median home values around $230,000 in 2023, showing a 6% annual increase. Rentals comprise approximately 38% of housing, with median rent at $950 monthly. Housing options include single-family homes, apartments, and duplexes, particularly concentrated in neighborhoods like North Side, Onalaska, and Holmen. Property tax rates average 2% of assessed value, higher than the state average. The area balances older established neighborhoods in La Crosse city with newer developments in suburban communities such as Bangor and West Salem, reflecting diverse housing choices and steady market growth.

As of 2022, La Crosse County, WI has a population of approximately 120,784. The median age is 36.8, with 49.6% male and 50.4% female. The county is predominantly White (87.8%), followed by Asian (4.8%), Black or African American (2.9%), and Hispanic or Latino (2.7%). Other races and ethnicities make up the remainder.

La Crosse County, WI, reports a moderate crime rate compared to statewide averages. In 2022, the violent crime rate was approximately 2.3 incidents per 1,000 residents, while the property crime rate stood at around 17.8 per 1,000. The La Crosse County Sheriff’s Office actively tracks and publishes crime statistics, promoting transparency and public awareness. Recent years have seen a slight decline in overall crime, attributed to increased community policing and preventive initiatives. Residents are encouraged to report incidents through the county’s online portal or emergency services to maintain safety and accurate data collection.