Onalaska, WI is a small city located in La Crosse County. It is ranked #20 out of 81 cities in the state of Wisconsin for its livability, according to the rankings compiled by BestPlaces. This ranking is based on a number of criteria such as cost of living, crime rate, education level, employment opportunities and amenities available in the area. Onalaska's crime rate ranks lower than the national average, while its cost of living index falls below the US average. However, it does have an unemployment rate that is higher than both state and national averages. Onalaska also has numerous amenities available including parks and recreation areas, entertainment options, restaurants and shopping centers. These factors combined contribute to Onalaska being one of the top-ranked cities in Wisconsin for livability.
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