Eau Claire, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Eau Claire, Pennsylvania had a total population of 272, the 1623rd largest borough in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $61,719, which is 21% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.4x.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.9%.
Eau Claire Quick Facts
How Eau Claire Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 253 | 272 | +7.5% |
| Median household income | $48,750 | $61,719 | +26.6% |
| Median home value | $107,500 | $146,900 | +36.7% |
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
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 45 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Eau Claire Rankings in Pennsylvania
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Other Cities in Butler County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Butler | 13,212 | $44,247 | 21.4% | $108,100 |
| Homeacre-Lyndora | 6,783 | $74,217 | 11.0% | $202,800 |
| Shanor-Northvue | 5,125 | $95,379 | 4.9% | $259,900 |
| Meridian | 3,837 | $79,191 | 3.3% | $244,000 |
| Zelienople | 3,827 | $68,110 | 6.3% | $294,200 |
| Slippery Rock | 3,495 | $52,262 | 33.8% | $255,400 |
| Seven Fields | 2,884 | $114,000 | 0.6% | $409,700 |
| Slippery Rock University | 2,853 | N/A | 100.0% | N/A |
| Meadowood | 2,644 | $68,750 | 5.9% | $189,700 |
| Oak Hills | 2,513 | $90,926 | 6.5% | $285,800 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Port Clinton | 271 | $61,563 | $135,200 | 22.7% | 7.0% |
| Kistler | 279 | $61,250 | $98,000 | 17.2% | 11.1% |
| Llewellyn | 269 | $64,531 | $106,700 | 35.4% | 13.0% |
| Millsboro | 282 | N/A | N/A | 27.1% | 22.3% |
| Laporte | 272 | $57,250 | $174,000 | 26.9% | 5.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 272, 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 Pennsylvania, within Butler County. The total population is 272. It ranks as the 1623rd most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.
Age Demographics
The median age in Eau Claire is 39.6 years. This is 3% lower than the state median of 40.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Eau Claire is $61,719. This is 21% lower than the state median of $77,971. It is also 24% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 13.6%. This is 16% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The unemployment rate is 0.9%. This is 83% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $146,900. Housing costs are 42% lower than the state median of $254,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.4x, Eau Claire is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 78.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 13% higher than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Eau Claire has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 97.1% of all residents.
Education
14.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 59% lower than the state rate of 35.2%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 94.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Eau Claire, Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania. 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, Pennsylvania?
Eau Claire, Pennsylvania has a population of 272 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Eau Claire, PA?
The median household income in Eau Claire is $61,719, which is 24% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Eau Claire, PA?
The poverty rate in Eau Claire is 13.6%. This means approximately 37 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Eau Claire, Pennsylvania?
Eau Claire's population is 97.1% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Eau Claire, PA?
The median home value in Eau Claire is $146,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.4x.
How educated is Eau Claire, Pennsylvania?
14.3% of adults (25+) in Eau Claire hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.