Viroqua, Wisconsin
Viroqua: city in and county seat of Vernon County, Wisconsin
About
Viroqua is a city located in the county of Vernon in the U.S. state of Wisconsin. Its population at the 2010 census was 1,718 and a population density of 169 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 1,832 inhabitants.
The city was created 182 years ago in 1843.
Quick Facts about Viroqua
| Population | 1,832 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Wisconsin (United States) |
| County | Vernon County |
| Postal code | 54665 |
| Phone Area Codes | 608 |
| Area | 10.18 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 43.5569,-90.8887 |
| Altitude | 1,266 feet / 386 meters |
| Capital city | Viroqua is capital of Vernon County |
| Establishment | January 01, 1844 (182 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 18:04:00 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 180 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 6.22% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 75℉ Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Viroqua is located at 43°33'25"N 90°53'19"W (43.5569200, -90.8887400).
Viroqua map
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Weather
Sunny, with a high near 75. Southeast wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 18 mph.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Viroqua increased by 6.22% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 1,718 | - | census |
| 2011 | 1,735 | 0.98% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 1,749 | 0.8% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 1,760 | 0.62% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 1,774 | 0.79% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 1,796 | 1.22% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 1,818 | 1.21% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 1,835 | 0.93% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 1,836 | 0.05% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 1,838 | 0.11% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 1,832 | -0.33% | estimation process |
Services and Civic Places in Viroqua
1Viroqua City Hall
202 N Main St, Viroqua, WI 54665 View details
Phone: +16086377186 | Website available
People born in Viroqua (9)
People born in Viroqua, including musician and record producer Butch Vig, astronaut Mark C. Lee, politician James Gillett, .
More notable people
- Chris Mulkey (American actor) he was born in 03/05/1948
- Amos Fries (Second chief of the United States Army's Chemical Warfare Service) he was born in 17/03/1873
- John Field (American football player and coach (1886-1979)) he was born in 26/09/1886
- William V. Weber (American politician) he was born in 09/11/1901
- Irwin H. Dregne (Colonel in the United States Air Force) he was born in 02/01/1917
- Loren Oldenburg (21st century American politician, Wisconsin State Assembly) he was born in 01/01/1965
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Viroqua, WI. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 240107 | Viterbo University | La Crosse (WI) | 54601-8804 |
Nearby Transit Stations (6)
Rail and bus stations connected to Viroqua, WI. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| LSE | La Crosse | St. Andrew and Caledonia Streets | RAIL |
| TOH | Tomah | North Superior Ave. and Washington St. | RAIL |
| WIN | Winona station | 65 East Mark Street | RAIL |
| WDL | Wisconsin Dells | Superior and La Crosse Sts. | RAIL |
| POG | Portage | 400 West Oneida Street | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Viroqua.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Viroqua Post Office | Viroqua (WI) | 54665 |
Other cities in Vernon County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Vernon County , WI. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Westby | 2,254 | Town of the United States |
| Springville | 1,314 | Civil town in Adams County, Wisconsin |
| Hillsboro | 836 | City in Vernon County, Wisconsin, United States |
| Stoddard | 831 | Village in Vernon County, Wisconsin |
| Genoa | 794 | Village in Vernon County, Wisconsin, United States |
| Co on Valley | 782 | Village in Vernon County, Wisconsin, United States |
| La Farge | 763 | Village in Vernon County, Wisconsin |
| Greenwood | 635 | Town in Vernon County, Wisconsin, United States |
| Pleasant Valley | 563 | Human settlement in Eau Claire County, Wisconsin, United States of America |
| Ontario | 561 | Village in Vernon County, Wisconsin, United States |
| Readstown | 414 | Village in Vernon County, Wisconsin |
| Liberty | 292 | Human settlement in Grant County, Wisconsin, United States of America |
| Chaseburg | 291 | Village in Vernon County, Wisconsin |
| Viola | 222 | Village in Wisconsin, United States |
| De Soto | 181 | Village in Vernon and Crawford Counties, Wisconsin |
| Ross | 127 | Civil town in Forest County, Wisconsin |
Distance to Other Cities
Viroqua distances to largest Wisconsin cities