Workforce

Community Profile

Eau Claire, Wisconsin benefits from a skilled and adaptable workforce, which contributes to the city’s economic vitality and growth. Its mix of industries, ranging from healthcare and education to manufacturing and technology, offers diverse employment opportunities that help to attract professionals from various backgrounds and expertise.

48,132

Total Employees

17.6

Average Commute Time

39,488

16+ Employees

2.2%

Unemployment Rate

Employees By Industry

Industry Employees
Retail Trade
8,294
Healthcare
8,077
Manufacturing
5,536
Food Service
4,706
Educational Services
3,884
Public Administration
2,708
Finance & Insurance
2,357
Professional Services
1,945
Construction
1,334

48,132

Total Employees

39,488

16+ Employees

17.6

Average Commute Time

2.2%

Unemployment Rate

Employees By Industry

Industry Employees
Retail Trade
8,294
Healthcare
8,077
Manufacturing
5,536
Food Service
4,706
Educational Services
3,884
Public Administration
2,708
Finance & Insurance
2,357
Professional Services
1,945
Construction
1,334

Employed By Age Group

2.9%

Some High School

25.8%

High School Diploma

33.5%

Associate's Degree

25.3%

Bachelor's Degree

12.5%

Graduate Degree

Unemployed By Age Group

Employment Type By Occupation (%)

Employees By Location

Journey To Work Percent
Worked Inside County of Residence
75%
Worked Outside County of Residence
16%
Worked Outside State of Residence
1%
Worked From Home
8%

Commute Type

Source: Esri Community Analytics Software (2025)