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Retirement Living In La Crosse - Wisconsin


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Area Description

We are the largest city in what is called the Driftless Region -- i.e. the place the glaciers skipped. Located along the Mississippi River in Wisconsin, our beautiful, almost mountainous bluffs roll for miles around the river, having been formed by water, not the scraping glacier years ago that formed the rest of the tri-state area.

We are a city with a small town feel -- a quaint, vibrant downtown teaming with workers, tourists and local shoppers. Farmers markets abound, providing scrumptious fresh fruits, vegetables, baked goods and local artistry. Our ample quantity of global companies mix with our unique local shops to provide a vibrant, economically diverse community. Welcome!

Includes Cities/Towns: Holmen, La Crosse, Onalaska.

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Things to Do, Recreation & Fitness


    We are "Nature's Place to Play" -- having everything from spectacular eagle watching, rock climbing, mountain and road biking, and much more all with a few minutes. Bike trails through our ample marches provide a way to connect with nature while the Mississippi and its might backwaters provide opportunities to canoe, kayak, fish and speed boat. We have a wonderful variety of restaurants -- from French to Italian to Middle Eastern to offering the good old fashioned Midwest, Friday Fish Fry!

Cultural Activities


Enjoy a lovely meal before heading to the regional arts center, the community theater, the symphony, or one of the four college or university events. There is something for everyone!

Public transportation


We have all of the opportunities to get out and about including local buses, taxis and many walkable destinations from downtown. We also have ways to travel farther -- by train to Minneapolis, Chicago and beyond or through our local airport.

Medical Facilities


We are home to the award winning Gundersen Health System and the Mayo Clinic-La Crosse -- with the world-famous Mayo Clinic within one hour's drive in Rochester. Within one hour is the VA Hospital in Tomah plus a plethora of assisted living centers.


What Will The Climate And Weather Be Like If I Retire In La Crosse, Wisconsin?

For those of you that retire in La Crosse, you will enjoy warm summers, a cool fall, a cold winter and a temperate spring!

Winter temperatures are cold with averages in the low 20's and highs in the upper 20's. Nights are cold with lows in the low 10's. You may have some days below 0°. Expect some rainy days in the winter. Assume some snowy days in the Winter with a lot of days with snow remaining on the ground so you can enjoy some winter skiing!

If the weather in the spring is too cold for the outdoors, enjoy some indoor activities in La Crosse such as a movie, dining, nightlife or some shopping. Spring temperatures are cold with averages in the upper 40's and highs in the upper 50's. Nights are cold with lows in the upper 30's. Expect a lot of rainy days in the Spring, great for a day of shopping in La Crosse!

Summertime in La Crosse is a great time to enjoy your retirement with a day at the lake, an outdoor concert, a local festival or other outdoor activity! Summer temperatures are mild with averages in the low 70's and highs in the low 80's. Nights are cool with lows in the low 60's. Expect a few days above 90°. Humidity may feel "sticky" with muggy evenings. Expect a lot of rainy days in the Summer.

If you retire in La Crosse, you can look forward to fall weather activities such as biking on a bike path, hiking, enjoying a walking path and more! Fall temperatures are cold with averages in the upper 40's and highs in the upper 50's. Nights are cold with lows in the low 40's. Expect some rainy days in the fall.

Monthly Temperature Ranges

 Month  Low  Avg  High
 Jan  9 F°  18 F°  26 F°
 Feb  14 F°  23 F°  32 F°
 Mar  25 F°  34 F°  44 F°
 Apr  38 F°  49 F°  59 F°
 May  48 F°  60 F°  71 F°
 Jun  58 F°  69 F°  80 F°
 Jul  63 F°  73 F°  84 F°
 Aug  61 F°  71 F°  81 F°
 Sep  52 F°  63 F°  73 F°
 Oct  40 F°  50 F°  60 F°
 Nov  28 F°  36 F°  44 F°
 Dec  14 F°  22 F°  30 F°

Monthly Average # of Hot and Cold Days

 Month  Days Greater Than 90 F°  Days Less Than 32 F°  Days Less Than 0 F°
 Jan  0  30  9
 Feb  0  26  5
 Mar  0  23  1
 Apr  0  8  0
 May  0  1  0
 Jun  2  0  0
 Jul  5  0  0
 Aug  3  0  0
 Sep  0  0  0
 Oct  0  6  0
 Nov  0  20  0
 Dec  0  29  5

Rain & Humidity

 Month  Rainfall  Rainy Days  Humidity
 Jan  1 "  8  11 %
 Feb  1 "  7  15 %
 Mar  2 "  9  24 %
 Apr  4 "  11  33 %
 May  4 "  12  45 %
 Jun  4 "  12  56 %
 Jul  4 "  10  62 %
 Aug  4 "  10  61 %
 Sep  4 "  9  53 %
 Oct  2 "  9  40 %
 Nov  2 "  8  28 %
 Dec  1 "  9  17 %

Snow

 Month  Snowfall  Snow On Ground Days  Snowy Days
 Jan  9 "  23  7
 Feb  8 "  22  6
 Mar  7 "  10  4
 Apr  2 "  1  1
 May  0 "  0  0
 Jun  0 "  0  0
 Jul  0 "  0  0
 Aug  0 "  0  0
 Sep  0 "  0  0
 Oct  0 "  0  0
 Nov  3 "  3  2
 Dec  12 "  20  7


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Cost of Living for La Crosse, WI

La Crosse, Wisconsin cost of living for Housing, Healthcare, Transportation, Taxes, Utilities, etc.:

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Senior Housing Options

There are ample options for living in the greater La Crosse area including an apartment complex that caters to well-bodied and minded seniors who want a condo-like setting but with meals provided.

Senior Assistance in La Crosse, WI

La Crosse, Wisconsin offers the following assistance for seniors:

What Job or Volunteer Opportunities Does La Crosse Offer For Retirees?

The RSVP (Retired Seniors) program matches seniors wanting to volunteer with opportunities. Our hospitals, artistic events and much more benefit from their gifts!

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