The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 54661 sells for about $270,674, or $128 per square foot.
Prices are up +15.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 71 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,122 a month.
ZIP 54661 — Trempealeau
The 54661 housing market is showing signs of growth, evidenced by a significant increase in residential building permits and a 15.2% year-over-year rise in median home prices. While inventory remains tight with only 0.7 months of supply, the market is active with consistent sales volume. The area's affordability relative to larger urban centers continues to attract interest, though buyers should be prepared for limited active listings.
This ZIP code is well-suited for families and individuals seeking a quiet, river-adjacent community with access to outdoor recreation, while still being within commuting distance of larger regional employment centers.
Median prices moved up 15.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 71 days on market with 0.7 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
0% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 100% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 2.1% · poverty 6.7% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 6.4%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 5.9%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 54661, Trempealeau County WI
The area is served by the Galesville-Ettrick-Trempealeau School District, which provides public education for the village and surrounding rural areas.
The area is situated along the Mississippi River, presenting potential flood risks in low-lying zones; property insurance premiums are influenced by regional weather patterns.
Residential construction activity saw a significant increase in 2024, with a 500% rise in permitted housing units compared to the prior year.
Property taxes are assessed at the county level by Trempealeau County, with rates determined by local municipal, school district, and county levies.
Residents primarily rely on personal vehicles for commuting, with State Road 35 serving as a primary corridor for travel toward regional employment hubs like La Crosse.
The area features significant outdoor amenities including access to the Mississippi River, Perrot State Park, and various local trails and parks.
The rental market is characterized by a mix of single-family homes and smaller multi-family units, with a significant portion of renters paying under $1,000 per month.
The local economy is supported by a mix of agriculture, manufacturing, and service-sector employment, with many residents commuting to nearby La Crosse for larger-scale employment opportunities.
Transportation is primarily highway-based, with State Road 35 serving as the main artery connecting the village to regional transit networks.
Development is focused on residential growth, with recent permit data indicating a surge in new single-family home construction.
Trempealeau County manages property assessments, utilizing standard Wisconsin property tax assessment procedures.
Parcels are subject to levies from the Galesville-Ettrick-Trempealeau School District and local municipal taxing authorities.
Property insurance in this region is standard for Wisconsin, though proximity to the Mississippi River may impact flood insurance requirements for specific parcels.
Data retrieved from Census Bureau PEP and ACS 5-Year Estimates.
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. Source: NCES EDGE public school locations 2023-24.
A major regional park featuring hiking trails and Mississippi River views.
Provides extensive boating, fishing, and recreational opportunities.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.