Altoona city, Wisconsin
Altoona city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Altoona city is a geographic entity located in Eau Claire County, Wisconsin. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 9,376. The land area covers 5.16 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 9,376 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 37.5 yrs | ±1.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 3,856 | ±257 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 4,037 | ±276 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 3,856 | ±257 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 181 | ±116 |
| Median Home Value | $233,100 | ±$14,333 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,285 | ±$114 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $84,552 | ±$6,340 |
| Per Capita Income | $41,919 | ±$3,838 |
| Poverty Rate | 13.1% | ±4.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,134 | ±421 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.8% | ±1.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 4,753 | ±379 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 89.1% | ±1% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 9,302 (2024)
ID: 205654
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Municipal | Official Local Government |
Contact: CITY CLERK
1303 LYNN AVE, ALTOONA WI 54720-1942
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GUS Population: 108,830 (2024)
ID: 136503
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY BOARD CHAIR
721 OXFORD AVE, STE 3520, EAU CLAIRE WI 54703-5498
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Altoona | PK-03 | Altoona, WI | |
| Regular School Altoona | 09-12 | Altoona, WI | |
| Regular School Altoona | 04-05 | Altoona, WI | |
| Regular School Altoona | 06-08 | Altoona, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Mondovi, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Augusta, WI | |
| 6 Nearby | 6-13 | MONDOVI, WI | |
| 6 Nearby | 6-17 | EAU CLAIRE, WI | |
| 6 Nearby | 3-13 | CHIPPEWA FALLS, WI | |
| 9 Nearby | 6-17 | EAU CLAIRE, WI |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 3 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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OAKLEAF SURGICAL HOSPITAL
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Hospital | City address association | 1000 OAKLEAF WAY, ALTOONA, WI, 54720 |
(715) 895-9435
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The Professional Hair Design Academy
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College | 1.6 mi away | 3408 Mall Drive, Eau Claire, WI, 54701-7633 |
7158352345
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ALTOONA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 0.6 mi away | 1303 LYNN AVE., ALTOONA, WI, 54720 |
(715) 839-5029
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University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire
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College | 3.0 mi away | 105 Garfield Ave, Eau Claire, WI, 54701 |
7158364636
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L.E. PHILLIPS MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.0 mi away | 400 EAU CLAIRE ST., EAU CLAIRE, WI, 54701 |
(715) 839-5001
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Chippewa Valley Technical College
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College | 3.2 mi away | 620 W Clairemont Ave, Eau Claire, WI, 54701-6162 |
7158336200
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FALL CREEK PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.4 mi away | 122 E. LINCOLN AVE., FALL CREEK, WI, 54742 |
(715) 877-3334
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Healthcare Workforce Training Institute
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College Vocational | 5.0 mi away | 1405 Truax Boulevard, Eau Claire, WI, 54701 |
7157263849
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CHIPPEWA FALLS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.6 mi away | 105 W. CENTRAL ST., CHIPPEWA FALLS, WI, 54729 |
(715) 723-1146
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University of Wisconsin-Stout
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College | 24.4 mi away | 712 S Broadway St, Menomonie, WI, 54751 |
7152321122
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at EAU CLAIRE 3SW, WI US, located 3.8 miles from Altoona city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24.5° | 7.9° | 16.2° | 1.10" | 10.0" |
| February | 28.7° | 11.7° | 20.2° | 1.14" | 13.5" |
| March | 41.6° | 23.9° | 32.8° | 1.93" | 8.3" |
| April | 56.4° | 35.9° | 46.2° | 3.27" | 4.5" |
| May | 69.3° | 48.6° | 59.0° | 4.12" | 0.5" |
| June | 77.8° | 58.2° | 68.0° | 4.53" | 0.0" |
| July | 82.3° | 62.1° | 72.2° | 3.68" | 0.0" |
| August | 79.9° | 61.0° | 70.5° | 3.84" | 0.0" |
| September | 71.8° | 51.7° | 61.7° | 3.53" | 0.0" |
| October | 58.2° | 39.7° | 48.9° | 2.48" | 0.8" |
| November | 41.8° | 26.9° | 34.3° | 1.78" | 3.3" |
| December | 29.7° | 14.8° | 22.3° | 1.35" | 13.1" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Altoona city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Seymour CDP | CDP | 1.4 mi | — |
| Eau Claire city | City | 3.0 mi | — |
| Lake Hallie village | Village | 6.2 mi | — |
| Fall Creek village | Village | 8.3 mi | — |
| Chippewa Falls city | City | 9.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 5503501550. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.