Median Age
40 Years
Largest Age Group
30-39 Years
Approximately 15% of Residents
Under 20
22%
Over 65
20%
Chippewa Falls
Chippewa Falls, WI Area Guide
Avg Rent
$865
Population
15,473
Renter Mix
43% Rent
Savor natural beauty and local charm in northern Wisconsin
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Situated on the banks of the Chippewa River in northern Wisconsin, Chippewa Falls began as a lumber town and has since grown into a vibrant community. Chippewa Falls is proud of its past and works toward a bright future. Multiple historical markers are scattered throughout town while the downtown area hosts modern shops, restaurants, bars, and cafes in historic buildings.
Chippewa Falls offers residents the comfort of a small-town atmosphere within close proximity to metropolitan areas. Annual events foster a sense of community in Chippewa Falls, including the Northern Wisconsin State Fair and Oktoberfest. Natural beauty envelops Chippewa Falls, with lush, tree-laden neighborhoods and several state parks nearby. The Heyde Center for the Arts, Irvine Park and Zoo, and Jacob Leinenkugel Brewing Company provide plenty of fun opportunities in town. Eau Claire is just ten miles south of Chippewa Falls, should you crave the bustle of a larger city.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$55,302
Average: $66,046
Education
3,196
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
7,923
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Chippewa Falls has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
43%
Non-Renters
57%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
16%
Other Education
84%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Chippewa Falls, WI is $865 for one bedroom, $1,214 for two bedrooms, and $1,518 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Chippewa Falls has decreased by 0.0% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$865/month
510 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Chippewa Falls, WI is for everyday living.
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
70
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
334 Students
Public
Grades K-5
379 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
310 Students
Public
Grades K-5
374 Students
Public
Grades K-5
392 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,064 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,458 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Irvine Park & Zoo
- Old Abe Trail
- Lake Wissota State Park
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.