Onalaska, TX

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Onalaska Overview

3,050
TOTAL POPULATION
1,355
MALE POPULATION
1,695
FEMALE POPULATION
79.94
MALES / 100 FEMALES
125.09
FEMALES / 100 MALES
45.2
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$25,470
PER CAPITA INCOME
$66,484
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$56,168
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
83.1%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
16.9¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.43
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,277
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
57.2%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
9.5%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Onalaska Zip Codes

Onalaska Area Codes

Race in Onalaska

The most populous races in Onalaska are White / Caucasian (2,836 | 93.0%), Two or more Races (165 | 5.4%), and Hispanic or Latino (103 | 3.4%).
Race in Onalaska
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American421.4%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino1033.4%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian2,83693.0%
Two or more Races1655.4%
Some other Race70.2%
Total3,050100.0%

Ancestry in Onalaska

The most populous ancestries reported in Onalaska are Irish (517 | 17.0%), English (405 | 13.3%), German (363 | 11.9%), American (174 | 5.7%), and Pennsylvania German (90 | 2.9%), together accounting for 50.8% of all Onalaska residents.
Ancestry in Onalaska
Ancestry# Population% Population
American1745.7%
British90.3%
Canadian90.3%
Cherokee30.1%
Choctaw30.1%
Cuban220.7%
Dutch712.3%
English40513.3%
European170.6%
French752.5%
German36311.9%
Greek170.6%
Irish51717.0%
Italian170.6%
Mexican521.7%
Norwegian130.4%
Pennsylvania German902.9%
Polish722.4%
Scotch-Irish471.5%
Swedish441.4%
Welsh842.8%
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Immigrants in Onalaska

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Onalaska came from England (29 | 0.9%), Europe (29 | 0.9%), Northern Europe (29 | 0.9%), Canada (15 | 0.5%), and Central America (9 | 0.3%), together accounting for 3.6% of all Onalaska residents.
Immigrants in Onalaska
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Canada150.5%
Central America90.3%
England290.9%
Europe290.9%
Latin America90.3%
Mexico90.3%
Northern Europe290.9%
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Sex and Age in Onalaska

Sex and Age in Onalaska

The most populous age groups in Onalaska are 45 to 49 Years (304 | 22.4%) for men and 10 to 14 Years (259 | 15.3%) for women.
Sex and Age in Onalaska
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years94 (6.9%)72 (4.3%)
5 to 9 Years140 (10.3%)181 (10.7%)
10 to 14 Years66 (4.9%)259 (15.3%)
15 to 19 Years5 (0.4%)44 (2.6%)
20 to 24 Years32 (2.4%)92 (5.4%)
25 to 29 Years34 (2.5%)26 (1.5%)
30 to 34 Years58 (4.3%)18 (1.1%)
35 to 39 Years53 (3.9%)189 (11.2%)
40 to 44 Years45 (3.3%)94 (5.6%)
45 to 49 Years304 (22.4%)94 (5.6%)
50 to 54 Years134 (9.9%)160 (9.4%)
55 to 59 Years149 (11.0%)72 (4.3%)
60 to 64 Years92 (6.8%)50 (2.9%)
65 to 69 Years42 (3.1%)158 (9.3%)
70 to 74 Years70 (5.2%)126 (7.4%)
75 to 79 Years33 (2.4%)20 (1.2%)
80 to 84 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
85 Years and over4 (0.3%)40 (2.4%)
Total1,355 (100.0%)1,695 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Onalaska

Median Family Size in Onalaska

The median family size in Onalaska is 3.14 persons per family, with single female/mother families (110 | 14.7%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.36 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (97 | 13.0%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.90 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Onalaska
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple539 (72.3%)3.14
Single Male/Father97 (13.0%)2.90
Single Female/Mother110 (14.7%)3.36
Total Families746 (100.0%)3.14

Median Household Size in Onalaska

The median household size in Onalaska is 2.49 persons per household, with single female/mother households (110 | 9.0%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.46 persons per household. non-family households (474 | 38.9%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.10 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Onalaska
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple539 (44.2%)3.14
Single Male/Father97 (8.0%)3.37
Single Female/Mother110 (9.0%)4.46
Non-family474 (38.9%)1.10
Total Households1,220 (100.0%)2.49

Household Size by Marriage Status in Onalaska

Out of a total of 1,220 households in Onalaska, 746 (61.2%) are family households, while 474 (38.9%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 233, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 419.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Onalaska
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-419 (34.3%)
2-Person Households233 (19.1%)55 (4.5%)
3-Person Households120 (9.8%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households185 (15.2%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households70 (5.7%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households23 (1.9%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households115 (9.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total746 (61.2%)474 (38.9%)

Female Fertility in Onalaska

Fertility by Age in Onalaska

Female Fertility by Age in Onalaska
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Onalaska

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Onalaska
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Onalaska

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Onalaska
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Onalaska

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Onalaska
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Onalaska

Income Overview in Onalaska

Per Capita Income in Onalaska is $25,470, while median incomes of families and households are $66,484 and $56,168 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income3,050$25,470
Median Family Income746$66,484
Mean Family Income746$77,407
Median Household Income1,220$56,168
Mean Household Income1,220$61,854
Income Deficit746$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)3,05083.09%
Wage / Income Gap ($)3,05016.91¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index3,0500.43

Earnings by Sex in Onalaska

Average Earnings in Onalaska are $24,854, $63,182 for men and $10,681 for women, a difference of 83.1%.
Earnings by Sex in Onalaska
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male810 (56.0%)$63,182
Female637 (44.0%)$10,681
Total1,447 (100.0%)$24,854

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Onalaska

The most common earnings brackets in Onalaska are $100,000+ for men (179 | 22.1%) and $2,499 or less for women (164 | 25.8%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Onalaska
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less0 (0.0%)164 (25.8%)
$2,500 to $4,99923 (2.8%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $7,4990 (0.0%)61 (9.6%)
$7,500 to $9,99935 (4.3%)63 (9.9%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)112 (17.6%)
$12,500 to $14,99918 (2.2%)9 (1.4%)
$15,000 to $17,49977 (9.5%)38 (6.0%)
$17,500 to $19,99917 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,49934 (4.2%)0 (0.0%)
$22,500 to $24,99940 (4.9%)37 (5.8%)
$25,000 to $29,9999 (1.1%)42 (6.6%)
$30,000 to $34,99917 (2.1%)34 (5.3%)
$35,000 to $39,99956 (6.9%)0 (0.0%)
$40,000 to $44,99970 (8.6%)27 (4.2%)
$45,000 to $49,9990 (0.0%)7 (1.1%)
$50,000 to $54,9990 (0.0%)25 (3.9%)
$55,000 to $64,99917 (2.1%)9 (1.4%)
$65,000 to $74,999173 (21.4%)9 (1.4%)
$75,000 to $99,99945 (5.6%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000+179 (22.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total810 (100.0%)637 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Onalaska

Average earnings in Onalaska are $44,893 for men and $10,888 for women, a difference of 75.7%. Men with an educational attainment of high school diploma enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $67,778, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $65,457. Women with an educational attainment of high school diploma earn the most with the average annual earnings of $21,250, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $10,395.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Onalaska
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$67,778$21,250
College or Associate's Degree$65,457$0
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$44,893$10,888

Family Income in Onalaska

Family Income Brackets in Onalaska

According to the Onalaska family income data, there are 278 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 37.3% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Onalaska
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000364.8%
$10,000 to $14,999679.0%
$15,000 to $24,999212.8%
$25,000 to $34,999516.8%
$35,000 to $49,999375.0%
$50,000 to $74,99927837.3%
$75,000 to $99,999496.6%
$100,000 to $149,99917823.9%
$150,000 to $199,99900.0%
$200,000+293.9%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Onalaska

2-person families (233 | 31.2%) account for the highest median family income in Onalaska with $102,964 per family, while 2-person families (233 | 31.2%) have the highest median income of $51,482 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Onalaska
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families233 (31.2%)$102,964
3-Person Families235 (31.5%)$0
4-Person Families95 (12.7%)$0
5-Person Families45 (6.0%)$0
6-Person Families23 (3.1%)$0
7+ Person Families115 (15.4%)$0
Total746 (100.0%)$66,484

Family Income by Number of Earners in Onalaska

Family Income by Number of Earners in Onalaska
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners174 (23.3%)$26,225
1 Earner203 (27.2%)$67,806
2 Earners272 (36.5%)$66,289
3+ Earners97 (13.0%)$0
Total746 (100.0%)$66,484

Household Income in Onalaska

Household Income Brackets in Onalaska

With 373 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Onalaska, accounting for 30.6% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Onalaska
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000242.0%
$10,000 to $14,99913110.7%
$15,000 to $24,99921717.8%
$25,000 to $34,99912410.2%
$35,000 to $49,999705.7%
$50,000 to $74,99937330.6%
$75,000 to $99,999494.0%
$100,000 to $149,99920316.6%
$150,000 to $199,99900.0%
$200,000+292.4%

Household Income by Householder Age in Onalaska

The median household income in Onalaska is $56,168, with the highest median household income of $64,205 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 569 households (46.6%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 68 households (5.6%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Onalaska
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years68 (5.6%)$0
25 to 44 Years204 (16.7%)$0
45 to 64 Years569 (46.6%)$64,205
65+ Years379 (31.1%)$35,650
Total1,220 (100.0%)$56,168

Poverty in Onalaska

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Onalaska

With 19.9% poverty level for males and 24.1% for females among the residents of Onalaska, under 5 year old males and 75 year old and over females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 56 males (59.6%) and 40 females (66.7%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Onalaska
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years56 (59.6%)27 (37.5%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years71 (37.2%)24 (14.8%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)66 (34.7%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years8 (21.6%)71 (62.3%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)20 (45.5%)
35 to 44 Years47 (48.0%)62 (21.9%)
45 to 54 Years33 (7.5%)48 (18.9%)
55 to 64 Years19 (7.9%)12 (9.8%)
65 to 74 Years24 (21.4%)39 (13.7%)
75 Years and over12 (32.4%)40 (66.7%)
Total270 (19.9%)409 (24.1%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Onalaska

According to the poverty statistics in Onalaska, males aged 12 to 14 years and females aged 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Onalaska
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years38 (40.4%)45 (62.5%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)88 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years120 (62.8%)138 (85.2%)
12 to 14 Years15 (100.0%)124 (65.3%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years29 (78.4%)43 (37.7%)
25 to 34 Years92 (100.0%)24 (54.5%)
35 to 44 Years51 (52.0%)221 (78.1%)
45 to 54 Years405 (92.5%)206 (81.1%)
55 to 64 Years222 (92.1%)110 (90.2%)
65 to 74 Years88 (78.6%)245 (86.3%)
75 Years and over25 (67.6%)20 (33.3%)
Total1,085 (80.1%)1,286 (75.9%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Onalaska

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Onalaska show that 3.2% or 17 of the total 539 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 8.0%, comprising of 9 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Onalaska
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children235 (96.7%)8 (3.3%)
1 or 2 Children104 (92.0%)9 (8.0%)
3 or 4 Children68 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children115 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total522 (96.9%)17 (3.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Onalaska

According to the poverty data in Onalaska, 48.4% or 47 single-father households and 73.6% or 81 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 47 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 81 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Onalaska
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children47 (100.0%)81 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total47 (48.4%)81 (73.6%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Onalaska

The poverty data for Onalaska shows that 17 of the married-couple family households (3.2%) and 128 of the single-parent households (61.8%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 9 households (8.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 128 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Onalaska
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children8 (3.3%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children9 (8.0%)128 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total17 (3.2%)128 (61.8%)

Employment Characteristics in Onalaska

Employment by Class of Employer in Onalaska

Among the 1,156 employed individuals in Onalaska, private company employees (694 | 60.0%), self-employed (not incorporated) (237 | 20.5%), and local government employees (115 | 10.0%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Onalaska
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees69460.0%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)242.1%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)23720.5%
Not-for-profit Organizations80.7%
Local Government Employees11510.0%
State Government Employees696.0%
Federal Government Employees00.0%
Unpaid Family Workers90.8%
Total1,156100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Onalaska

According to the labor force statistics for Onalaska, out of the total population over 16 years of age (2,233), 57.2% or 1,277 individuals are in the labor force, with 9.5% or 121 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 100.0% or 60 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 35 to 44 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 37.7% or 80 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Onalaska
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years22 (50.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years60 (48.4%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years60 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years58 (76.3%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years212 (55.6%)80 (37.7%)
45 to 54 Years573 (82.8%)42 (7.3%)
55 to 59 Years188 (85.1%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years80 (56.3%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years25 (6.3%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,277 (57.2%)121 (9.5%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Onalaska

According to labor force statistics for Onalaska, 74.5% of individuals (1,171) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (1,572) are in the labor force, with 10.4% or 122 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 82.5% or 118 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 14.1% or 80 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Onalaska
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School203 (77.8%)11 (4.4%)
High School Diploma281 (75.7%)43 (11.7%)
College / Associate Degree569 (71.4%)112 (14.1%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher118 (82.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,171 (74.5%)163 (10.4%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Onalaska

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Onalaska are Business & Financial (89 | 7.7%), Computers, Engineering & Science (45 | 3.9%), Computers & Mathematics (45 | 3.9%), Management (33 | 2.9%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (9 | 0.8%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Onalaska

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Onalaska, the most male-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (100.0%), Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), and Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Management (100.0%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Onalaska
OccupationMaleFemale
Management0 (0.0%)33 (100.0%)
Business & Financial89 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science45 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics45 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)134 (76.1%)42 (23.9%)
Total (Overall)732 (63.3%)424 (36.7%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Onalaska are Security & Protection (130 | 11.3%), Law Enforcement (130 | 11.3%), Food Preparation & Serving (78 | 6.8%), Cleaning & Maintenance (57 | 4.9%), and Personal Care & Service (42 | 3.6%).
Services Occupations in Onalaska

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Onalaska, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Law Enforcement (100.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (61.4%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (100.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (66.7%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (38.6%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Onalaska
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Security & Protection130 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement130 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving26 (33.3%)52 (66.7%)
Cleaning & Maintenance35 (61.4%)22 (38.6%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)42 (100.0%)
Total (Category)191 (62.2%)116 (37.8%)
Total (Overall)732 (63.3%)424 (36.7%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Onalaska are Office & Administration (215 | 18.6%), and Sales & Related (182 | 15.7%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Onalaska

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Onalaska
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related117 (64.3%)65 (35.7%)
Office & Administration31 (14.4%)184 (85.6%)
Total (Category)148 (37.3%)249 (62.7%)
Total (Overall)732 (63.3%)424 (36.7%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Onalaska are Construction & Extraction (147 | 12.7%), Farming, Fishing & Forestry (25 | 2.2%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (16 | 1.4%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Onalaska

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Onalaska
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry25 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction147 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)188 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)732 (63.3%)424 (36.7%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Onalaska are Production (44 | 3.8%), Transportation (35 | 3.0%), and Material Moving (9 | 0.8%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Onalaska

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Onalaska
OccupationMaleFemale
Production36 (81.8%)8 (18.2%)
Transportation35 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
Total (Category)71 (80.7%)17 (19.3%)
Total (Overall)732 (63.3%)424 (36.7%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Onalaska

Employment Industries in Onalaska

The major employment industries in Onalaska include Construction (319 | 27.6%), Public Administration (139 | 12.0%), Retail Trade (102 | 8.8%), Health Care & Social Assistance (87 | 7.5%), and Accommodation & Food Services (80 | 6.9%).
Employment Industries in Onalaska

Employment Industries by Sex in Onalaska

The Onalaska industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Wholesale Trade (100.0%), and Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Professional & Scientific (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (100.0%), and Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Onalaska
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting25 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction5 (22.7%)17 (77.3%)
Construction262 (82.1%)57 (17.9%)
Manufacturing42 (84.0%)8 (16.0%)
Wholesale Trade19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade29 (28.4%)73 (71.6%)
Transportation & Warehousing13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing55 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)32 (100.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support31 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services62 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance0 (0.0%)87 (100.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services44 (55.0%)36 (45.0%)
Public Administration130 (93.5%)9 (6.5%)
Total732 (63.3%)424 (36.7%)

Education in Onalaska

School Enrollment in Onalaska

The most common levels of schooling among the 730 students in Onalaska are elementary school (282 | 38.6%), middle school (214 | 29.3%), and nursery / preschool (94 | 12.9%).
School Enrollment in Onalaska
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool9412.9%
Kindergarten517.0%
Elementary School28238.6%
Middle School21429.3%
High School273.7%
College / Undergraduate435.9%
Graduate / Professional192.6%
Total730100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Onalaska

Out of a total of 730 students who are enrolled in schools in Onalaska, 156 (21.4%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 574 (78.6%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 92 (33.5% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 45 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Onalaska
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds45 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old257 (80.1%)64 (19.9%)
10 to 14 Year Olds183 (66.5%)92 (33.5%)
15 to 17 Year Olds22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds54 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total574 (78.6%)156 (21.4%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Onalaska

Liberal arts & history (70 | 36.8%), business (33 | 17.4%), computers & mathematics (29 | 15.3%), literature & languages (25 | 13.2%), and arts & humanities (19 | 10.0%) are the most common fields of study among 190 individuals in Onalaska who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Onalaska
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics2915.3%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural00.0%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology00.0%
Social Sciences42.1%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology00.0%
Business3317.4%
Education105.3%
Literature & Languages2513.2%
Liberal Arts & History7036.8%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities1910.0%
Total190100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Onalaska

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Onalaska

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Onalaska are males with 2 vehicles (412, accounting for 56.3%) and females with 2 vehicles (152, making up 97.2%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Onalaska
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle10 (1.4%)9 (2.1%)
1 Vehicle78 (10.7%)157 (37.0%)
2 Vehicles412 (56.3%)152 (35.8%)
3 Vehicles226 (30.9%)106 (25.0%)
4 Vehicles6 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total732 (100.0%)424 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Onalaska

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Onalaska are 15 to 19 minutes (262 commuters, 23.5%), 20 to 24 minutes (216 commuters, 19.4%), and less than 5 minutes (163 commuters, 14.6%).
Commute Time in Onalaska
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes16314.6%
5 to 9 Minutes312.8%
10 to 14 Minutes1059.4%
15 to 19 Minutes26223.5%
20 to 24 Minutes21619.4%
25 to 29 Minutes585.2%
30 to 34 Minutes222.0%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes615.5%
45 to 59 Minutes90.8%
60 to 89 Minutes958.5%
90 or more Minutes948.4%

Commute Time by Sex in Onalaska

The most common commute times in Onalaska are 20 to 24 minutes (171 commuters, 23.6%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (111 commuters, 28.2%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Onalaska
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes62 (8.6%)101 (25.7%)
5 to 9 Minutes23 (3.2%)8 (2.0%)
10 to 14 Minutes72 (10.0%)33 (8.4%)
15 to 19 Minutes151 (20.9%)111 (28.2%)
20 to 24 Minutes171 (23.6%)45 (11.5%)
25 to 29 Minutes58 (8.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes13 (1.8%)9 (2.3%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes9 (1.2%)52 (13.2%)
45 to 59 Minutes0 (0.0%)9 (2.3%)
60 to 89 Minutes78 (10.8%)17 (4.3%)
90 or more Minutes86 (11.9%)8 (2.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Onalaska

The most frequent times of departure to work in Onalaska are 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM (157, 21.7%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (128, 32.6%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Onalaska
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM98 (13.6%)8 (2.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM35 (4.8%)9 (2.3%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM157 (21.7%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM38 (5.3%)33 (8.4%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM0 (0.0%)17 (4.3%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM99 (13.7%)128 (32.6%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM76 (10.5%)97 (24.7%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM58 (8.0%)11 (2.8%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)9 (2.3%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)36 (9.2%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)24 (6.1%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM9 (1.2%)12 (3.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM153 (21.2%)9 (2.3%)
Total723 (100.0%)393 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Onalaska

Occupancy by Ownership in Onalaska

Of the total 1,220 dwellings in Onalaska, owner-occupied units account for 918 (75.2%), while renter-occupied units make up 302 (24.7%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Onalaska
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units91875.2%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units30224.7%
Total Occupied Housing Units1,220100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Onalaska

Occupancy by Household Size in Onalaska
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household41934.3%
2-Person Household28823.6%
3-Person Household1209.8%
4+ Person Household39332.2%
Total Housing Units1,220100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Onalaska

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Onalaska
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household316 (75.4%)103 (24.6%)
2-Person Household280 (97.2%)8 (2.8%)
3-Person Household73 (60.8%)47 (39.2%)
4+ Person Household249 (63.4%)144 (36.6%)
Total Housing Units918 (75.2%)302 (24.7%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Onalaska

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Onalaska
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School84 (70.0%)36 (30.0%)
High School Diploma268 (73.6%)96 (26.4%)
College/Associate Degree434 (74.2%)151 (25.8%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher132 (87.4%)19 (12.6%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Onalaska

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Onalaska
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years16413.4%
35 to 44 Years1088.8%
45 to 54 Years34728.4%
55 to 64 Years22218.2%
65 to 74 Years29424.1%
75 to 84 Years413.4%
85 Years and Over443.6%
Total1,220100.0%

Housing Finances in Onalaska

Median Income by Occupancy in Onalaska

Median Income by Occupancy in Onalaska
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied918 (75.2%)$57,038
Renter-Occupied302 (24.7%)$0
Average1,220 (100.0%)$56,168

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Onalaska

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Onalaska
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00024 (2.6%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,99972 (7.8%)59 (19.5%)
$15,000 to $19,99942 (4.6%)81 (26.8%)
$20,000 to $24,99951 (5.6%)43 (14.2%)
$25,000 to $34,999125 (13.6%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99970 (7.6%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999292 (31.8%)81 (26.8%)
$75,000 to $99,99916 (1.7%)33 (10.9%)
$100,000 to $149,999197 (21.5%)5 (1.7%)
$150,000 or more29 (3.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total918 (100.0%)302 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Onalaska

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Onalaska
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300188 (20.5%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $499251 (27.3%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $799162 (17.6%)35 (11.6%)
$800 to $99968 (7.4%)117 (38.7%)
$1,000 to $1,49968 (7.4%)150 (49.7%)
$1,500 to $1,999130 (14.2%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,99918 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more33 (3.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total918 (100.0%)302 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Onalaska

Housing Structures in Onalaska

Housing Structures in Onalaska
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached50141.1%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments00.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other71958.9%
Total1,220100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Onalaska

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Onalaska
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached443 (88.4%)58 (11.6%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other475 (66.1%)244 (33.9%)
Total918 (75.2%)302 (24.7%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Onalaska

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Onalaska
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms130 (14.2%)80 (26.5%)
4 or 5 Rooms588 (64.0%)199 (65.9%)
6 or 7 Rooms156 (17.0%)18 (6.0%)
8 or more Rooms44 (4.8%)5 (1.7%)
Total918 (100.0%)302 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Onalaska

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Onalaska
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas89 (9.7%)45 (14.9%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas0 (0.0%)36 (11.9%)
Electricity821 (89.4%)221 (73.2%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels8 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total918 (100.0%)302 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Onalaska

Household Vehicle Usage in Onalaska
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle75 (8.2%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle291 (31.7%)154 (51.0%)
2 Vehicles377 (41.1%)139 (46.0%)
3 or more Vehicles175 (19.1%)9 (3.0%)
Total918 (100.0%)302 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Onalaska

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Onalaska

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units545373
Median Property Value$47,500$213,700
Median Household Income$46,406$29
Monthly Housing Costs$391$33
Real Estate Taxes$449$16

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Onalaska

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Onalaska
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000295 (54.1%)9 (2.4%)
$50,000 to $99,999105 (19.3%)99 (26.5%)
$100,000 to $299,999123 (22.6%)214 (57.4%)
$300,000 to $499,99922 (4.0%)38 (10.2%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)4 (1.1%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)9 (2.4%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total545 (100.0%)373 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Onalaska

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Onalaska
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00024 (4.4%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,999123 (22.6%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99981 (14.9%)42 (11.3%)
$35,000 to $49,99948 (8.8%)44 (11.8%)
$50,000 to $74,999166 (30.5%)22 (5.9%)
$75,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)126 (33.8%)
$100,000 to $149,999103 (18.9%)16 (4.3%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)94 (25.2%)
Total545 (100.0%)373 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Onalaska

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Onalaska
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x267 (49.0%)66,467 (17,819.6%)
2.0x to 2.9x68 (12.5%)119 (31.9%)
3.0x to 3.9x71 (13.0%)104 (27.9%)
4.0x or more139 (25.5%)124 (33.2%)
Total545 (100.0%)373 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Onalaska

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Onalaska
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800347 (63.7%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49963 (11.6%)70 (18.8%)
$800 to $1,49966 (12.1%)58 (15.5%)
Total545 (100.0%)373 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Onalaska

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Onalaska

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Onalaska
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years254 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years562 (96.9%)18 (3.1%)
19 to 25 Years103 (56.3%)80 (43.7%)
26 to 34 Years88 (84.6%)16 (15.4%)
35 to 44 Years98 (25.7%)283 (74.3%)
45 to 54 Years443 (64.0%)249 (36.0%)
55 to 64 Years259 (71.4%)104 (28.6%)
65 to 74 Years396 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older97 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,300 (75.4%)750 (24.6%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Onalaska

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Onalaska
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born254 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen562 (96.9%)18 (3.1%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen103 (56.3%)80 (43.7%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Onalaska

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Onalaska
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000475 (71.4%)190 (28.6%)
$25,000 to $49,999332 (88.1%)45 (11.9%)
$50,000 to $74,999943 (71.7%)372 (28.3%)
$75,000 to $99,99955 (44.0%)70 (56.0%)
$100,000 and over481 (86.8%)73 (13.2%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Onalaska

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Onalaska
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6132 (52.0%)122 (48.0%)
6 to 18 Years410 (70.7%)152 (26.2%)
19 to 25 Years58 (31.7%)45 (24.6%)
25 to 34 Years11 (10.6%)77 (74.0%)
35 to 44 Years29 (7.6%)98 (25.7%)
45 to 54 Years37 (5.3%)406 (58.7%)
55 to 64 Years88 (24.2%)171 (47.1%)
65 to 74 Years396 (100.0%)125 (31.6%)
75 Years and over97 (100.0%)52 (53.6%)
Total1,258 (41.2%)1,248 (40.9%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Onalaska

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Onalaska
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years34 (16.5%)53 (11.5%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)54 (34.2%)
35 to 64 Years130 (16.7%)255 (38.7%)
65 to 74 Years69 (61.6%)145 (51.1%)
75 Years and over19 (51.3%)38 (63.3%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Onalaska

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Onalaska: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years9 (4.4%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years13 (1.7%)34 (5.2%)
65 to 74 Years38 (33.9%)14 (4.9%)
75 Years and over16 (43.2%)34 (56.7%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Onalaska: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)53 (11.5%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)54 (34.2%)
35 to 64 Years108 (13.9%)154 (23.4%)
65 to 74 Years39 (34.8%)13 (4.6%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Onalaska: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years25 (12.1%)53 (11.5%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)95 (14.4%)
65 to 74 Years43 (38.4%)50 (17.6%)
75 Years and over12 (32.4%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Onalaska: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)42 (9.1%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years31 (4.0%)108 (16.4%)
65 to 74 Years61 (54.5%)96 (33.8%)
75 Years and over15 (40.5%)4 (6.7%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Onalaska: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)42 (9.1%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)34 (5.2%)
65 to 74 Years30 (26.8%)13 (4.6%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in Onalaska

Computing Device Access in Onalaska

Computing Device Access in Onalaska
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop77963.8%
Smartphone95678.4%
Tablet63952.4%
No Computing Device917.5%
Total1,220100.0%

Internet Access in Onalaska

Internet Access in Onalaska
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet10.1%
Broadband Home47939.3%
Cellular Data Only33327.3%
Satellite Internet957.8%
No Internet24319.9%
Total1,220100.0%

Onalaska Summary

Onalaska, Texas is a small town located in Polk County, Texas, United States. It is situated on the western edge of the Big Thicket National Preserve, and is part of the Houston–The Woodlands–Sugar Land metropolitan area. The population of Onalaska was 1,845 at the 2010 census.

History

Onalaska was founded in 1871 by a group of settlers from Onalaska, Wisconsin. The town was named after the Wisconsin city, which was in turn named after the Onalaska River in Wisconsin. The settlers were attracted to the area by the abundance of timber and the potential for farming.
The first post office in Onalaska was established in 1872, and the town was incorporated in 1876. The town grew slowly, and by the early 1900s, it had a population of around 500.
In the early 1900s, the timber industry began to boom in Onalaska, and the town became a major center for the production of lumber. The town also became a center for the production of turpentine and other products derived from the timber industry.
In the late 1940s, the timber industry began to decline, and the town's economy shifted to focus on agriculture. The town also began to attract tourists, as the Big Thicket National Preserve was established nearby in 1974.

Geography

Onalaska is located at the intersection of U.S. Route 190 and State Highway 146, about 25 miles (40 km) west of Livingston and about 50 miles (80 km) north of Beaumont. The town is situated on the western edge of the Big Thicket National Preserve, and is part of the Houston–The Woodlands–Sugar Land metropolitan area.
The town has a total area of 1.3 square miles (3.4 km2), all of which is land. The terrain is mostly flat, with some rolling hills. The town is located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas, and is surrounded by forests of pine and hardwood trees.

Economy

Onalaska's economy is largely based on agriculture and tourism. The town is home to several farms, which produce a variety of crops, including cotton, corn, soybeans, and hay. The town is also home to several tourist attractions, including the Big Thicket National Preserve, the Onalaska Wildlife Management Area, and the Onalaska State Park.
The town is also home to several small businesses, including restaurants, convenience stores, and gas stations. The town is served by the Onalaska Independent School District, which operates two elementary schools, one middle school, and one high school.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, there were 1,845 people, 690 households, and 486 families residing in the town. The population density was 1,417.3 people per square mile (546.7/km2). There were 790 housing units at an average density of 602.3 per square mile (232.7/km2). The racial makeup of the town was 79.2% White, 15.2% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.5% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 3.2% from other races, and 1.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 8.2% of the population.
There were 690 households, out of which 33.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 48.3% were married couples living together, 15.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 30.3% were non-families. 25.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.67 and the average family size was 3.20.
In the town, the population was spread out, with 28.2% under the age of 18, 8.2% from 18 to 24, 25.7% from 25 to 44, 24.2% from 45 to 64, and 13.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 94.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 90.2 males.
The median income for a household in the town was $30,938, and the median income for a family was $35,625. Males had a median income of $30,000 versus $20,000 for females. The per capita income for the town was $14,945. About 14.2% of families and 17.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 22.2% of those under age 18 and 14.3% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Onalaska?
Total Population of Onalaska is 3,050.
What is the Total Male Population of Onalaska?
Total Male Population of Onalaska is 1,355.
What is the Total Female Population of Onalaska?
Total Female Population of Onalaska is 1,695.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Onalaska?
There are 79.94 Males per 100 Females in Onalaska.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Onalaska?
There are 125.09 Females per 100 Males in Onalaska.
What is the Median Population Age in Onalaska?
Median Population Age in Onalaska is 45.2 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Onalaska
Average Family Size in Onalaska is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Onalaska
Average Household Size in Onalaska is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Onalaska?
Per Capita income in Onalaska is $25,470.
What is the Median Family Income in Onalaska?
Median Family Income in Onalaska is $66,484.
What is the Median Household income in Onalaska?
Median Household Income in Onalaska is $56,168.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Onalaska?
Income or Wage Gap in Onalaska is 83.1%.
Women in Onalaska earn 16.9 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Onalaska?
Inequality or Gini Index in Onalaska is 0.43.
How Large is the Labor Force in Onalaska?
There are 1,277 People in the Labor Forcein in Onalaska.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Onalaska?
57.2% of People are in the Labor Force in Onalaska.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Onalaska?
Unemployment Rate in Onalaska is 9.5%.