2020 census

As of the 2020 census, Brice Prairie had a population of 1,961. The median age was 42.8 years. 22.5% of residents were under the age of 18 and 15.7% of residents were 65 years of age or older. For every 100 females there were 107.5 males, and for every 100 females age 18 and over there were 103.8 males age 18 and over.

55.8% of residents lived in urban areas, while 44.2% lived in rural areas.

There were 751 households in Brice Prairie, of which 31.6% had children under the age of 18 living in them. Of all households, 66.6% were married-couple households, 12.9% were households with a male householder and no spouse or partner present, and 13.7% were households with a female householder and no spouse or partner present. About 18.4% of all households were made up of individuals and 8.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older.

Parks and recreation

The Upper Brice Prairie Landing and Mosey Landing offer access to Lake Onalaska and the Mississippi River. Lytles Landing is a canoe landing offering access to the Black River. The Great River State Bike Trail runs along Brice Prairie, and the Midway Railroad Prairie State Natural Area encompasses the eastern entrance to the prairie. Neighborhood parks are in residential areas, including Swarthout Park.

Infrastructure

Brice Prairie is served by Brice Prairie EMS and Rescue and the Holmen Fire Department. Law enforcement coverage is provided by the La Crosse County Sheriff's Department, with mutual aid provided by the Onalaska Police Department and Holmen Police Department.

Notes

  • Brice Prairie Conservation Association
  • Upper Mississippi River National Wildlife and Fish Refuge, La Crosse District