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Onalaska: Sunfish Capital of the World User Rating 1.5 rating By Anonymous ( May 16, 2018) Onalaska, Wisconsin was created by a man-made reservoir on a slightly elevated ridge above the Black River. These scenic bluffs create a beautiful town for those who love the great outdoors. Of course, this is Wisconsin, so you might need to wear a Cheesehead around town. Thankfu ...Read More lly, Wisconsin citizens know how to grill.

The primary industry for Onalaska was lumber. The name, Onalaska refers to an Aleutian island meaning "Pleasures of Hope." Fishing is a popular pastime with the Black River, La Crosse River and Sand Lake Coulee Creek nearby. The Gullikson tennis players are from Onalaska.

A popular restaurant in Onalaska, Wisconsin is the Red Pines Bar and Grill. The cost of living is relatively moderate. There is not much crime and schools are pretty good. You won't find a whole lot of shopping or night life. If you want a good photograph, check out the big sunfish sign welcoming you to Onalaska, Wisconsin on Highway 35. Fishing is big here. Read Less
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      F Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in Onalaska? Well, there are not many amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      Pierce Park
      Greens Coulee Park
      Coachlite Greens Park
      Elmwood Hills Park
      City of Onalaska
      Oakwoods Park
      Sandalwood Park
      Hilltopper Heights Park

      Entertainment

      Riverside Amusement Park
      Hidden Trails Corn Maze

      Food & Drink

      Domino's
      Subway
      Culver's
      Burrachos
      Jimmy John's
      BA Burrito
      McDonald's
      Fazoli's

      F Commute

      Is public transit available in Onalaska? Of all people who commute, 0.0% take public transportation in Onalaska.
      Drive to Work
      85%

      9% higher than the US average

      Take Public Transit
      0%

      5% lower than the US average

      Walk to Work
      0%

      2% lower than the US average

      B Cost of Living

      What is the cost of living in Onalaska? The cost of living in Onalaska is 103/100 - which is 7% higher than Wisconsin.
      Onalaska
      103

      3% more expensive than average

      Wisconsin
      96

      4% less expensive than average

      United States
      100

      National cost of living index

      A Crime

      What is the crime rate in Onalaska? Onalaska crime rates are 2,507, which are 67% higher than Wisconsin
      Total Crime
      2,507 per 100k people

      10% higher than the US average

      Chance of being a victim
      1 in 40  

      10% higher than the US average

      Year-over-year crime
      16%

      Year over year crime is up

      B Employment

      What is the median income in Onalaska? The median income in Onalaska is $66,295 which is 21% higher than Wisconsin.
      Median household income
      $66,29520% higher than the US average
      Income per capita
      $42,00541% higher than the US average
      Unemployment rate
      2%

      46% lower than the US average

      A- Health & Safety

      Is Onalaska a healthy and safe place to live? Yes, there are many hospitals, police and fire stations.

      Hospitals

      Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center Onalaska

      Pharmacies

      Degen Berglund Pharmacy

      Doctors

      A+ Housing

      What are Onalaska home prices? Onalaska home prices are $208,600 - which is 25% higher than Wisconsin
      Median home value
      $208,60013% higher than the US average
      Median rent price
      $8797% lower than the US average
      Home Ownership
      63%

      equal to the US average

      B- Schools

      Does Onalaska have good schools? The Onalaska graduation rate is 92% - which is 5% higher than Wisconsin
      High school grad. rates
      92%

      11% higher than the US average

      School test scores
      52%

      9% higher than the US average

      Student teacher ratio
      14:1

      10% lower than the US average

      F User Ratings

      Is Onalaska a good place to live? Onalaska has an overall rating of 49% from 4 reviews.
      Overall user rating
      49%

      4 total ratings

      User reviews rating
      30%

      1 total reviews

      User surveys rating
      94%

      3 total surveys

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