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Eau Claire, Wisconsin

city · Eau Claire County (primary) , Chippewa County

At a glance

70,322
Population
$247,600
Median home value (all homes)
18% below U.S. median
$322,318
Typical market value
Zillow, 2026-07
$1,045/mo
Median rent
22% below U.S. median
$67,395
Median household income
14% below U.S. median
16.7 min
Average commute
91%
Homes with broadband
55.73%
Locations with fiber available
3.4%
Unemployment

Cost of living (Clay Affordability Index)

CAI 93 — 7% below the national average. how it's computed

Housing1% below
Goods & services3% below
Utilities8% above
Taxes32% below
Insurance38% below
Commute cost40% below
For business: Wisconsin is CBII band 3/5 · time to build band 1/5. See state page for the breakdown.

Living here

Colleges in town:
University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire Graduate degrees
Chippewa Valley Technical College 2-year
The Professional Hair Design Academy Certificates
Nearest 4-year college1 mi
Nearest community college1 mi
Nearest technical college3 mi
High school graduates96.3%
College graduates36.7%

Doing business here

Economic development contacts, most local first:

city Eau Claire Economic Development
The City of Eau Claire Economic Development Division provides resources and opportunities for developers, businesses, and residents, including information on available sites, incentives, and financing options. It invites users to get connected to explore opportunities.
State sales taxYes
State income taxYes
Right-to-work stateYes

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