Cost of Living in Eau Claire, WI
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
106.5
100 = national avg
+6.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$46,840
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$110,713
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing117.5
Food100.0
Transportation99.9
Healthcare100.0
Utilities103.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$962
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,181
per month
The overall cost of living index in Eau Claire is 106.5, which is 6.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 117.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $46,840 per year to cover basic expenses.