Eau Claire, Michigan Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Eau Claire, Michigan had a total population of 576, the 526th largest village in Michigan, with a median household income of $72,619, which is about the same as the state average. The poverty rate is 15.4%.
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.6x.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 2.1%.
Eau Claire Quick Facts
How Eau Claire Changed
Change from the non-overlapping 2015–2019 ACS period to 2020–2024. Earlier dollar figures are adjusted to 2024 dollars; changes marked “no clear change” are within the combined 90% margins of error.
| Metric | 2015–2019 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 740 | 576 | No clear change (-22.2%) |
| Median household income | $64,304 | $72,619 | No clear change (+12.9%) |
| Median home value¹ | $138,085 | $115,600 | No clear change (-16.3%) |
| Median gross rent | $1,058 | $914 | No clear change (-13.6%) |
How Eau Claire Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
- White: 55.9%
- Black: 5.2%
- Hispanic: 37.0%
- Asian: 0.0%
- Other: 0.0%
Diversity Index
A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 45 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
- < High School: 8.5%
- HS Diploma: 38.1%
- Some College: 15.5%
- Associate's: 10.3%
- Bachelor's: 17.3%
- Graduate+: 10.3%
Eau Claire Rankings in Michigan
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Other Cities in Berrien County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Niles | 11,803 | $51,376 | 17.8% | $135,100 |
| Benton Harbor | 8,953 | $31,117 | 40.1% | $76,500 |
| St. Joseph | 7,986 | $84,057 | 7.3% | $299,000 |
| Fair Plain | 7,330 | $52,817 | 26.6% | $169,400 |
| Buchanan | 4,223 | $56,163 | 7.1% | $154,300 |
| Paw Paw Lake | 3,889 | $67,674 | 17.8% | $191,700 |
| Benton Heights | 3,078 | $33,542 | 39.5% | $97,700 |
| Watervliet | 2,156 | $61,167 | 15.9% | $137,500 |
| Bridgman | 2,077 | $66,603 | 14.5% | $238,400 |
| Berrien Springs | 2,018 | $65,134 | 13.4% | $159,900 |
Cities Similar to Eau Claire
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unionville | 569 | $76,653 | $97,300 | 9.0% | 13.2% |
| Millers Lake | 554 | $70,298 | $216,700 | 56.8% | 21.5% |
| Millburg | 568 | $62,976 | $136,500 | 26.5% | 20.4% |
| Parma | 624 | $71,250 | $158,500 | 21.9% | 16.4% |
| Martin | 579 | $60,357 | $176,000 | 10.9% | 5.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 576, Eau Claire's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Eau Claire is a small community located in Michigan, within Berrien County. The total population is 576. It ranks as the 526th most populous out of 745 Census-designated places in Michigan.
Age Demographics
The median age in Eau Claire is 37.4 years. This is 7% lower than the state median of 40.2 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Eau Claire is $72,619. This is about the same as the state median of $72,875. It is also 10% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 15.4%. This is 17% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.2%. The unemployment rate is 2.1%. This is 64% lower than the state rate of 5.7%. The median home value is $115,600. Housing costs are 50% lower than the state median of $231,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.6x, Eau Claire is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 83.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 14% higher than the state average of 73.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Eau Claire is White (non-Hispanic), making up 55.9% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 37.0%. The Black or African American population (5.2%) is well below the state average of 13.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (37.0% vs 5.9%).
Education
27.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 15% lower than the state rate of 32.5%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 91.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Eau Claire, Michigan is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Michigan state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 745 Census-designated places in Michigan. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Eau Claire, Michigan?
Eau Claire, Michigan has a population of 576 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Eau Claire, MI?
The median household income in Eau Claire is $72,619, which is 10% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Eau Claire, MI?
The poverty rate in Eau Claire is 15.4%. This means approximately 89 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Eau Claire, Michigan?
Eau Claire's population is 55.9% White, 5.2% Black, 37.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Eau Claire, MI?
The median home value in Eau Claire is $115,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.6x.
How educated is Eau Claire, Michigan?
27.6% of adults (25+) in Eau Claire hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 10.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.