Eau Claire

WI

Eau Claire County, Wisconsin

Population 107K |Median income $74,546 |3 hospitals

Population
107,116
Eau Claire County
Median Income
$74,546
+10% vs avg
Median Home Value
$261,000
+15% vs avg
Median Age
35.8
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
107K+7%
Median Income
$74,546+55%
Median Home Value
$261,000+74%
Poverty Rate
11.8%-25%
Unemployment
3%-52%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,064/mo
Poverty Rate
11.8% -17% vs avg
Unemployment 3%
Bachelor's Degree+ 36.8%
Work From Home 12.7%
Public Transit 1.1%

Population

White 87.9%
Asian 4.1%
Two or More Ethnicities 3.4%
African American 1.4%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
35.9%
Obesity
30%
High Blood Pressure
29%
Physical Inactivity
24.4%
Binge Drinking
20%
Frequent Mental Distress
16.8%
Current Smoking
12.6%
Frequent Physical Distress
11.7%
Current Asthma
10.7%
Diabetes
9.4%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 75.2%
Dental Visit 67%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
7.1%
Coronary Heart Disease
5.8%
Stroke
2.9%

Hospitals 3 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
1
★★★★
0
★★★
1
★★
0
★
0
Average Rating
4/5
Total Hospitals
3
With ER
2
MAYO CLINIC HEALTH SYSTEM EAU CLAIRE HOSPITAL
EAU CLAIRE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★★
MARSHFIELD MEDICAL CENTER - EAU CLAIRE
EAU CLAIRE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Eau Claire Area 6

Weather Warnings high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Sydney and Wollondilly/Wingecarribee: Flash Flooding and Large Hail Possible

BOM · 1h ago
Weather Warnings high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Darwin, Litchfield, and Palmerston: Heavy Rainfall and Flash Flooding Possible

BOM · 12h ago
Weather Alerts high

Heavy Freezing Spray Warning Issued for Lake Superior Near Minnesota and Wisconsin

NOAA · 13h ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Lake Erie Waters from The Islands to Willowick

NOAA · 1d ago
Flood Warnings high

Flood Warning Issued for Bourne Valley and The Winterbournes in Hampshire and Wiltshire

Environment Agency · 1d ago
Weather Alerts

Yellow Wind Warning Issued for M.D. of Willow Creek Near Claresholm and Stavely

ECCC · 1d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Eau Claire, WI? ▼
Eau Claire, WI has a population of 107,116 people, located in Eau Claire County, Wisconsin.
What is the median household income in Eau Claire? ▼
The median household income in Eau Claire, WI is $74,546 per year. The poverty rate is 11.8%.
What is the median home value in Eau Claire? ▼
The median home value in Eau Claire, WI is $261,000. Median rent is $1,064/month.
What are the top health concerns in Eau Claire? ▼
The top health indicators in Eau Claire include Short Sleep Duration (35.9%), Obesity (30%), High Blood Pressure (29%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Eau Claire? ▼
Eau Claire has 3 hospitals with an average rating of 4/5 stars. 2 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Eau Claire? ▼
The median age in Eau Claire, WI is 35.8 years. 36.8% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Eau Claire, WI is located in Eau Claire County, Wisconsin. With a population of 107K and a median household income of $74,546, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and obesity. Residents have access to 3 hospitals with an average rating of 4/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Eau Claire area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Eau Claire County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.