Market Intelligence Report — WI-740

Eau Claire, WI

Monthly housing intelligence, market trends, and trusted local expertise.

Ref. No: 2026-WI-08
As of the latest 2026 data
Accelerated

Median Listing

$380K
+0.0% YoY

Pending Ratio

0.71
-1.1% YoY

Active Inventory

378
+15.6% YoY

Median DOM

45 Days
-13.5% YoY

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The Eau Claire market is currently categorized as Accelerated, with a pending ratio of 0.71 indicating robust demand absorption. Despite this, active listings have expanded by 15.6% year-over-year, moderating some of the pressure from buyer interest.

Local Market Signals

Source: FRED (St. Louis Fed)

Local economic trends can influence how quickly homes sell and how much competition sellers may face.

Job Market

3.2%+0.2 pp YoY

Unemployment rate · Jul 2026

Shows whether local employment conditions are supporting buyer demand.

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics via FRED (St. Louis Fed).

Population & Migration

176,647+0.4% YoY

Resident population · Jan 2025

Shows whether the area is gaining or losing potential housing demand.

U.S. Census Bureau via FRED (St. Louis Fed).

Future Housing Supply

Data not yet available.

Shows whether future inventory pressure may increase.

Market Analysis

What's moving the Eau Claire market right now.

Inventory levels have notably increased, with active listings up 15.6% and new listings up 17.8% over the past year. Concurrently, the pending ratio has marginally declined by 1.1% year-over-year, settling at 0.71. Median listing prices have remained stable on an annual basis, showing 0.0% growth, although a month-over-month contraction of 2.5% was observed. Median days on market decreased by 13.5% over the past year, reflecting sustained transaction velocity.

Historical Analysis

Market Trends

Median Price

$380K-2.5% MoM

Active Inventory

378+15.6% YoY

Days on Market

45-13.5% YoY

Sold Score™

70-1.1% YoY

Sold Score™ Over Time

Market liquidity index • 36 months

70
Sep 23Aug 26

Price & Days on Market

Median listing vs market velocity

Price DOM
Sep 23Aug 26

Inventory Dynamics

Total active listings vs new monthly supply

Active New listings
Sep 23Apr 24Nov 24Jun 25Jan 26Aug 26

Sourced from Realtor.com RDC Inventory Core Metrics, supplemented by the Primpted research desk. Updated As of the latest 2026 data.

Market Signals & Indicators

Negotiating Leverage

The sustained pending ratio of 0.71 suggests that inventory is being absorbed at an accelerated pace, indicating sustained demand. While active listings have increased, this pace of absorption points to a market environment where transaction timelines are compressed, requiring discipline from prospective purchasers. The 13.5% reduction in median days on market further underscores the swiftness of property transitions.

Luxury Segment

The average listing price has risen by 10.7% over the past year, significantly outpacing the 0.0% year-over-year change in the median listing price, suggesting stronger performance or inflation at higher price points. Median price per square foot increased by 9.6% over the past year. However, the available data does not provide sufficient granularity to fully isolate and characterize distinct luxury-segment dynamics.

Supply Dynamics

378 active listings represent the current floor, with new supply arriving at roughly 212 per month.

Pricing Pressure
19.7%

of active listings carry a price reduction, +1.9% from prior period.

$/Sq Ft
$0K

Median price per square foot has moved +9.6% year-over-year.

Absorption
0.71

Pending-to-active ratio — Accelerated.

Recommended For This Market

Accelerated

Selling in Eau Claire, WI? Homes here are taking 7 days less to sell than last year.

Demand in Eau Claire, WI is outpacing supply. Well-prepared listings are still clearing quickly — pricing to the current pace matters more than waiting.

Buyer Demand Index
71%
Median Days on Market
45 days
Inventory YoY
+16%

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Metro Demographics

Metro Area
Eau Claire, WI
CBSA Code
20740
State
WI

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Analysis FAQ
  • What is the current market condition in Eau Claire?+

    As of the latest 2026 data, the Eau Claire metro is classified as Accelerated. Pending ratio is 0.71 with median days on market at 45.

  • Are home prices dropping in Eau Claire?+

    Median listing price is $380K, +0.0% year over year. 19.7% of active listings carry a price reduction.

  • How fast are homes selling in Eau Claire?+

    The typical listing sits 45 days on market, a -13.5% change YoY. New listings are arriving at 212 per month.

  • What's happening in the Eau Claire luxury market?+

    The average listing price has risen by 10.7% over the past year, significantly outpacing the 0.0% year-over-year change in the median listing price, suggesting stronger performance or inflation at higher price points. Median price per square foot increased by 9.6% over the past year. However, the available data does not provide sufficient granularity to fully isolate and characterize distinct luxury-segment dynamics.

  • Where can I find a trusted Eau Claire real estate expert?+

    Primpted maintains a vetted registry of Eau Claire agents with verified credentials, Google reviews, and neighborhood specialization. See the Featured Experts section above.

Data & Methodology

Primary data sourced via Realtor.com's RDC Inventory Core Metrics (CBSA-level), supplemented by editorial analysis and the Primpted local expert registry. Historical trends calculated on a rolling 12-month basis. Past direction is not a forecast.

As of the latest 2026 data · CBSA 20740 · 36mo history