Eau Claire offers the perfect balance of small-town warmth and big-city opportunity — big enough to grow your career, yet small enough to feel connected and at home. The community is vibrant and active, with a lively college-town energy, a thriving music and arts scene, and a constantly evolving food landscape full of local restaurants and small businesses.

Welcome to the 'Indie Capital of the Midwest.' In Eau Claire, the rivers don't just flow through the city; they power its soul. From the world-class acoustics of the Pablo Center to the headquarters of global giants like Menards, this is a place where industrial grit meets high-end creativity. Whether you're trail-running along the Chippewa River or grabbing a post-show drink downtown, you’ll find a community that values 'making things'—whether that’s a new startup, a piece of public art, or a life you actually love.

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Live, Work Remote, and Belong in Eau Claire

Ready to take your remote career somewhere that offers more connection, more balance, and more opportunity?

Eau Claire welcomes remote workers with a relocation incentive package designed to help you build community, grow your network, and feel at home from day one.

Working remotely doesn’t mean working alone.

Through this program, you’ll have access to coworking space, networking events, and leadership opportunities that introduce you to the people and organizations shaping Eau Claire.

Meet fellow professionals at hosted meetups, connect with the Young Professionals network, and build relationships through Chamber programming that helps you feel rooted in your new home.

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Remote workers can select one additional experience packages that reflect their interests — whether that’s family activities, arts and culture, or sports and recreation.

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In Eau Claire, you can start your day focused and productive, then step away to enjoy trails, rivers, live music, or a vibrant downtown food scene.

With short commute times, welcoming neighborhoods, and an active community, it’s easy to build a routine that supports both your career and your wellbeing.

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Work remotely while feeling truly connected in Eau Claire — a creative, welcoming community where career growth, outdoor adventure, and meaningful connections come together.

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Bi-monthly Mover Meet ups to get Connected and meet other new Residents

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Chamber of Commerce Membership for Career Support and Networking

Pick one additional incentive package: Arts & Entertainment Package, Family Package, or Sports Package

Live, Work Local, and Belong in Eau Claire

Ready to find a career somewhere that offers more connection, more balance, and more opportunity?

Eau Claire welcomes those who are not only looking to move, but looking to secure a new local job, with a relocation incentive package designed to help you build community, grow your network, and feel at home from day one.

You won't only meet those at your job, you'll meet other residents and start feeling at home right away when you move through the Live & Work Local program in Eau Claire.

Through this program, you’ll have access to networking events and leadership opportunities that introduce you to the people and organizations shaping Eau Claire.

Local job seekers can select one additional experience packages that reflect their interests — whether that’s family activities, arts and culture, or sports and recreation.

Work locally and feel truly connected in Eau Claire — a creative, welcoming community where career growth, outdoor adventure, and meaningful connections come together.

Live & Work Local in Eau Claire

"My husband and I often get asked if we have any regrets about moving back to Eau Claire, and without hesitation our response is 'absolutely not!' We would have considered Hudson or Minneapolis before Eau Claire if it wasn't for all the growth happening. The progress definitely stood out to us, but in a unique way that offered what we had in Madison, plus more with a small town vibe."

Becky W.

Wholistic Nutritionist

"Eau Claire is not a place to simply live, but a place that will genuinely reward you if you give to it. From the beauty of our landscape to the warmth of the residents that live here, Eau Claire has given my family and I a sense of pride in belonging that we didn't feel in previous towns or cities."

Wesley E.

Works at the Eau Claire Community Foundation

"A visit to Eau Claire made me realize how much I missed taking my time. Running on the trails through the city, there weren't 100 other people like Minneapolis, there wasn't a cloud of exhaust pouring into my lungs with every breath, and - when I did pass someone, they waved or said hello, making it feel like we were sharing the beauty of Eau Claire together even as total strangers."

Brit H.

Works at Feed my People Food Bank

Eau Claire is home to tons of local merchants specializing in everything from food to apparel to art and more! Since 2010, The Local Store has offered products either created by local craftspeople or products simply evoking a Wisconsin way of life. The  Store prides itself in being "THE stop for authentic local shopping."

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