Median Age
34 Years
Largest Age Group
20-29 Years
Approximately 20% of Residents
Under 20
23%
Over 65
17%
Eau Claire
Eau Claire, WI Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,135
Population
71,861
Renter Mix
45% Rent
A picturesque college town in western Wisconsin
College Town
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Riverside
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Located at the meeting point of the Eau Claire and Chippewa Rivers, Eau Claire combines city living with natural surroundings. This Wisconsin city of approximately 73,000 residents offers various rental options throughout its downtown district and residential areas. The rental market shows one-bedroom units averaging $1,121 per month, while two-bedroom apartments typically rent for $1,299. The University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire campus adds to the city's educational and cultural landscape. Notable areas include the historic Third Ward, Water Street district, and East Hill neighborhood.
The Pablo Center at the Confluence anchors the city's arts scene, presenting performing arts and musical events year-round. Residents enjoy outdoor recreation at Carson Park, featuring a 1937 baseball stadium, and Phoenix Park, home to a seasonal farmers market and summer concerts. The city's name, French for "clear water," reflects its heritage and connection to its rivers. Eau Claire has developed into a notable arts destination, particularly recognized for its indie music scene and the Eaux Claires Music & Arts Festival. As Wisconsin's second fastest-growing major city, Eau Claire maintains a balance of city amenities while preserving its distinctive character.
Explore the City
There are many parks and trails in Eau Claire.
The city got its name from the Eau Claire River that runs through it.
Downtown Eau Claire has sculptures and local businesses to explore.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$60,889
Average: $78,991
Education
20,117
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
40,052
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Eau Claire has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
45%
Non-Renters
55%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
23%
Other Education
77%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Eau Claire, WI is $997 for a studio, $1,136 for one bedroom, $1,380 for two bedrooms, and $1,606 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Eau Claire has decreased by -1.6% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,136/month
686 Sq Ft
House
$1,404/month
454 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,461/month
1,413 Sq Ft
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Eau Claire, WI is 2.0% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Eau Claire is 6.2% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $997 - $1,606. You can expect to pay 2.3% less for groceries, 6.4% less for utilities, and 2.1% less for transportation.
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Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Eau Claire, WI is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30
/ 100
Moderately Drivable
Drivability
70
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
393 Students
Chippewa Valley Montessori Charter School
Public
Grades PK-5
302 Students
Public
Grades K-5
505 Students
Public
Grades K-5
356 Students
Public
Grades K-5
416 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
893 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
791 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
501 Students
Public
Grades K-12
16 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,552 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,663 Students
Public
Grades K-12
16 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Children's Museum of Eau Claire
- L.E. Phillips Planetarium
Military Bases
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Property Management Companies in Eau Claire, WI
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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.