Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.36 |
| Below Poverty | 11.5% ▲ 15% above avg |
| College Grads | 50.9% ▲ 31% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.3% ▼ 33% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 372 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 16,600 (25.6%) |
| Some College | 5,666 (8.7%) |
| Associates | 9,129 (14.1%) |
| Bachelors | 10,135 (15.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 22,912 (35.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $71,883 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $241,463 ▼ 13% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $984/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 45,527 |
| Vacant Units | 2,496 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Eau Claire County is located in Wisconsin and encompasses 7 ZIP codes spanning 5 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 105,486 residents. With a median age of 35.68, it is a relatively young county.
Eau Claire County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $71,883 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 11.5% is above the national average.
Housing in Eau Claire County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $241,463 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $983. Homeownership rates are high at 63.1%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Eau Claire County are primarily White (87.61%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 50.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average.
Eau Claire County, WI is a solidly middle-class area in Wisconsin. The 7 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 54720 | Altoona | 9,127 | $81,101 | $223,300 | $1,156 | 2.1% | 54.9% |
| 54722 | Augusta | 4,175 | $66,500 | $220,300 | $812 | 1.9% | 34.4% |
| 54701 | Eau Claire | 42,348 | $71,406 | $265,000 | $963 | 4.2% | 54.8% |
| 54703 | Eau Claire | 43,022 | $68,801 | $224,600 | $986 | 2.5% | 49.0% |
| 54741 | Fairchild | 1,960 | $67,692 | $156,900 | $733 | 7.5% | 25.6% |
| 54742 | Fall Creek | 4,854 | $92,353 | $272,100 | $1,069 | 3.3% | 49.6% |