Prairie du Chien, WI—53821
Real Estate Data & Market Trends
Key Metrics at a Glance
Home Price Trends — Prairie du Chien, WI
Prairie du Chien, WI lacks sufficient home price data for analysis.
Cost per Home Type
| Home Type | Median Home Value | YoY % Change |
|---|---|---|
All Homes | $205,000 | 9.3% |
| Single Family | $205,000 | 9.6% |
| Condos | N/A | N/A |
Cost per Home Size
| Home Size | Median Home Value | YoY % Change |
|---|---|---|
1 Bed | N/A | N/A |
2 Bed | $158,000 | 10.5% |
3 Bed | $214,000 | 6.5% |
4 Bed | N/A | N/A |
| 5 Bed | N/A | N/A |
% of Housing Stock
Rental Trends — Prairie du Chien, WI
As of July '25, Rentcast reports the average rent in Prairie du Chien, WI is $683, with a year-over-year rent change of -20.5%. Per bedroom, the median rent as of July '25 in Prairie du Chien, WI is 2-bedrooms: $875, 3-bedrooms: $300. The most common rental property sizes in Prairie du Chien, WI are 2-bedroom and 3-bedroom, accounting for 43.5% and 25.3% of the rental stock.
| Type | Median Rent | Average Rent |
|---|---|---|
| Average Rent | $850 | $683 |
| Studio Rent | N/A | N/A |
| 1 Bed Rent | N/A | N/A |
| 2 Bed Rent | $850 | $875 |
| 3 Bed Rent | $300 | $300 |
| 4 Bed Rent | N/A | N/A |
% of Rental Stock
Property Listings — Prairie du Chien, WI
As of Oct '25, Realtor.com reports that the median days on market for a home in Prairie du Chien, WI is 42. This is a increase of 21.0% from last year, suggesting that homes are sitting on the market longer than last year. The percentage of listed homes with a reduced price is 30.0%, representing a large inventory and a lot of supply pressure on home prices.
| Metric | Zip Code Average | Year over Year % Change |
|---|---|---|
Median Listing Price | $253,000 | 9.0% |
Listing Count | 27 | 3.0% |
| Listings as % of Homes | 0.3% | 3.0% |
Days on Market | 42 | 21.0% |
Demographics — Prairie du Chien, WI
As of the latest ACS Survey released in 2023, Prairie du Chien, WI has a population of 7,710, which has decreased by -6.4% over the past 5 years. Prairie du Chien, WI is a moderately popular place for families, as children make up 17.5% of the population. The area has a poorly educated workforce, with 17.8% of adult residents holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. There are few residents working remotely, with 3.9% reporting working from home.
| Metric | Latest Census | YoY % Change |
|---|---|---|
Population | 7,710 | -6.4% |
% Under 18 | 17.5% | -6.4% |
% Seniors | 23.8% | 9.2% |
% WFH | 3.9% | 56.0% |
% w/ College Degree | 17.8% | -2.7% |
As of the latest ACS Survey released in 2023, Prairie du Chien, WI is a predominantly white area, with 92.6% of the population identifying as white. The white population has shrunk by 0.8% in the last 5 years. The second most common race or ethnicity in Prairie du Chien, WI is hispanic, making up 2.3% of the population. Foreign-born residents account for 1.0% of the population in Prairie du Chien, WI, and this percentage has increased by 900.0% as of the ACS Survey 5 years prior, suggesting more immigrants are calling the area home.
Race and Ethnicity
| Metric | Latest Census | 5-Year % Change |
|---|---|---|
% White | 92.6% | -0.8% |
% Black | 1.8% | -45.5% |
% Hispanic | 2.3% | 91.7% |
% Asian | 0.2% | -50.0% |
% Foreign Born | 1.0% | 900.0% |
Mortgage and Risk — Prairie du Chien, WI
According to HUD data as of 2023, there were 75 mortgage originations in Prairie du Chien, WI, of which 79.0% of loans were conventional mortgages. The average loan-to-value was 70.0%, with 32.0% above 90% LTV (very high). This implies large mortgage risk in Prairie du Chien, WI. Investor activity is low, as 4.0% of loans were by investors. 17.0% of loans were cash-out refinances, suggesting many homeowners are tapping equity.
Mortgages
| Metric | Zip Code Average |
|---|---|
Total Loan Originations | 75 |
% Conventional Loans | 79.0% |
% Government Loans | 21.0% |
% Investor Loans | 4.0% |
% Second Loans | 8.0% |
% Cash Out Refinance | 17.0% |
Loan Activity
Rentals and Section 8 — Prairie du Chien, WI
Prairie du Chien, WI lacks sufficient Section 8 program data for analysis.
Section 8 Market Size
Total Units under HUD | 147 |
Total Units Section 8 | 107 |
% Rentals under Section 8 | N/A |
% Occupied Section 8 | 84.7% |
Section 8 Opportunity
| Home Size | HUD Premium | Market Rent | Max HUD Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | N/A | N/A | $850 |
| 2 Bedroom | $100 | $850 | $950 |
| 3 Bedroom | $840 | $300 | $1,140 |
| 4 Bedroom | N/A | N/A | $1,390 |
Affordability — Prairie du Chien, WI
Home Price to Income Ratio
| Metric | Zip Code Average |
|---|---|
| Home Price to Income Ratio | 2.8 |
| Median Home Price | $205,000 |
| Median Household Income | $59,500 |