The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 54615 sells for about $462,400, or $231 per square foot.
Prices are up +7.6% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 47 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $781 a month.
ZIP 54615 — Black River Falls
The Bangor housing market remains tight with low inventory and steady price appreciation, reflecting a competitive environment for buyers. While prices are higher than the county average, the market is supported by consistent demand and a limited supply of new listings. Overall, the area maintains a stable outlook as a desirable residential option for commuters.
This ZIP is best suited for families and individuals seeking a quiet, small-town lifestyle while remaining within commuting distance of the La Crosse metropolitan area.
Median prices moved up 7.6% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 47 days on market with 0.7 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
4% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 99% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 4.1% · poverty 13.1% — a stable, low-distress profile.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 54615, La Crosse County WI
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
The village is served by the Bangor School District, which maintains a small-town educational environment.
The area is situated along the La Crosse River, presenting localized flood risks in low-lying zones.
Economic momentum is tied to the broader La Crosse-Onalaska metropolitan area, with local activity centered on agriculture and small-scale commercial services.
Property taxes are assessed at the municipal and county levels, with the village of Bangor experiencing higher average tax burdens compared to the broader La Crosse County average.
Residents primarily commute via Highway 16 toward the La Crosse employment core, a drive of approximately 20-25 minutes.
The area features access to the La Crosse River for outdoor activities and local community parks, with broader shopping and dining options located in nearby Onalaska.
The rental market is characterized by limited inventory and low vacancy pressure, typical of small rural-adjacent villages.
The local economy is supported by the agricultural sector and small businesses, with significant employment opportunities available in the nearby La Crosse-Onalaska metro area.
Transportation is primarily automobile-dependent, with Highway 16 serving as the main corridor connecting the village to regional employment hubs.
Development is currently limited, with most residential activity focused on infill projects within existing village boundaries.
La Crosse County utilizes a centralized assessment system to determine property values for taxation purposes.
Parcels are subject to local school district levies and county-wide property tax assessments.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional weather patterns, including potential flood and wind exposure.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov for ZCTA 54615.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
Provides local recreational opportunities including fishing and scenic views.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.