Eau Claire Population 2026
Eau Claire has a population of 67,778, making it the #569 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Wisconsin. It is about 130× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
67,778
Rank in United States
#569
Coordinates
44.81°N, 91.50°W
~240 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,364 km
847 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Wisconsin
Cities near Eau Claire
- Menomonie16,305 people · ~34 km away
- Winona27,094 people · ~85 km away
- Red Wing16,445 people · ~86 km away
- River Falls15,269 people · ~89 km away
- Onalaska18,468 people · ~105 km away
- Marshfield18,620 people · ~106 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Eau Claire?
Eau Claire has a population of 67,778 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #569 biggest city in United States.
What state is Eau Claire in?
Eau Claire is located in Wisconsin, United States.
Is Eau Claire the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,364 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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