Eau Claire

Eau Claire, Wisconsin Overview

With a composite score of 58.2/100 and a B+ grade, Eau Claire ranks #7 of 20 cities in Wisconsin. Its strongest showing is in Safety (84/100), while Outdoor Access (24/100) represents its largest gap.

Income & Employment in Eau Claire

The median household income in Eau Claire is $68,221, 6% below the statewide median of $72,458. The local unemployment rate of 2.7% is lower than the state’s 3%. Population grew 1.2% recently.

Safety in Eau Claire

Eau Claire’s violent crime rate of 134.6 per 100,000 is well below both the Wisconsin rate of 295 and national norms, making safety one of the city’s defining features. The property crime rate is 2029.8 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Eau Claire

Eau Claire has a cost of living index of 91.4 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly below the national benchmark. The median home value is $228,000. Median monthly rent is $971. Renters spend 17.1% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Eau Claire

The adult obesity rate in Eau Claire is 30.1% (CDC PLACES). The diabetes prevalence rate is 8.5%. Residents report an average of 18 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Wisconsin ranks #25 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Eau Claire

Eau Claire has a high school graduation rate of 84%. The student-teacher ratio of 13.5:1 indicates smaller class sizes. Per-pupil spending is $14,336. The city has 21 public schools serving 10,711 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Eau Claire

The annual average temperature in Eau Claire is 48.9°F. Summers average 72.1°F. Winters average 25.6°F. Annual precipitation is 36.9 inches. The average commute of 14.8 minutes is notably short.

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