Median Age
39 Years
Largest Age Group
30-39 Years
Approximately 14% of Residents
Under 20
23%
Over 65
21%
Altoona, WI
Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,397
Population
10,300
Renter Mix
39% Rent
Altoona combines big city convenience with the allure of a nearby lake
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Convenient
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Lake
Altoona is a vibrant Wisconsin town that neighbors the city of Eau Claire in the state’s northwestern reaches. The city occupies an interesting section of land, resting between Lake Altoona to the north, Eau Claire and the Chippewa River to the west, and a sprawling rural landscape to the south. Altoona’s relatively low crime rate, fantastic public schools, and unique mix of outdoor destinations and urban attractions makes it a top choice for renters of all types. Looking for a townhome rental near the city? Or an apartment with quick access to the lake? You’ll find a fit here.
The majority of Altoona is residential, punctuated by well-maintained parks like Cinder City Park. But along U.S. Highway 53 you’ll find plenty of recognizable restaurants and stores. Just to the south sits Oakwood Mall, a bustling retail center that keeps both Eau Claire and Altoona residents entertained.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$68,656
Average: $82,433
Education
2,959
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
5,455
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Altoona has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
39%
Non-Renters
61%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
24%
Other Education
76%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Altoona, WI is $1,000 for a studio, $1,397 for one bedroom, $1,509 for two bedrooms, and $1,706 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Altoona has decreased by -1.3% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,397/month
862 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Altoona, WI is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
280 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
646 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
401 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
401 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
564 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
564 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- L.E. Phillips Planetarium
- Children's Museum of Eau Claire
- Hobbs Observatory
- Beaver Creek Reserve
Military Bases
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.