Apartments for rent in La Crosse, KS

La Crosse is a small town in Kansas with a population of slightly more than 1,000. It's a comfortable place to settle down, as retirees make up a greater percentage of the population (23%) here than they do nationally (14%), while young adults account for a smaller percentage of the town. Overall, the town's population, with an average age of just over 43, skews older than most cities in Kansas. Home ownership is more common than renting in La Crosse, and 24% of residents rent. With a relatively low average rent of $568/month in the town, renting remains an affordable option, particularly compared to other cities in Kansas. Over the course of a year, renters in La Crosse will save around $3,600 compared to the state average.

La Crosse has an average commute time of about 20 minutes. Driving a vehicle is the prevailing means of commuting to work, chosen by 41% of residents, while public transportation isn't used. Relatively few commuters (3%) walk to work, though the number is greater than the national average.

Many La Crosse residents work in one of two industries: healthcare and construction. Combined, these industries account for 14% of the workforce in the town. With an average annual income of about $54,000, La Crosse workers earn less than the average Kansas resident. The town's average income also falls below the national average of $73,345. La Crosse has a relatively large concentration of residents over the age of 25 who have a high school degree or GED (22%) compared to the national average. Additionally, 11% have earned a Bachelor's degree and 5% possess a Master's degree or Doctorate.