Fall Creek ZIP Codes — Eau Claire County, WI

There is one unique ZIP code in Fall Creek, Wisconsin and it is 54742. Area code: 715.
1
ZIP codes
108.01
sq mi land
0.60
sq mi water
715
area code
Fall Creek, WI ZIP code map

About Fall Creek, WI

Fall Creek is a small village located in Eau Claire County in the western part of Wisconsin, served by the single ZIP code 54742. Nestled in a region known for its rolling terrain and natural beauty, Fall Creek offers residents a quiet, rural lifestyle within easy reach of larger urban centers. The community is part of Wisconsin's broader Chippewa Valley region, which blends agricultural heritage with a growing appreciation for outdoor recreation and small-town living.

Location & geography

Fall Creek sits in Eau Claire County in west-central Wisconsin, positioned roughly 10 miles east of the city of Eau Claire along the US-12 corridor. Nearby communities include Eau Claire to the west, Altoona just a few miles southwest, Augusta to the east, and Osseo further to the northeast. The area encompasses 108.01 square miles of land and 0.60 square miles of water, with the landscape characterized by gently rolling hills, wooded areas, and small waterways typical of the Chippewa Valley.

Community & economy

Fall Creek has the feel of a close-knit rural village where neighbors know each other and community events bring residents together throughout the year. Agriculture has long played a central role in daily life, with dairy farming and crop production shaping the local economy and land use across the surrounding township. Residents enjoy access to local schools, small businesses along the main village corridor, and the natural surroundings that make the area attractive for those seeking a slower pace of life outside of Eau Claire.

Transportation

Fall Creek is conveniently accessible via US Highway 12, which connects the village westward to Eau Claire and eastward toward Black River Falls and beyond. Interstate 94 can be reached within a short drive to the south, providing regional connectivity to Minneapolis-Saint Paul to the northwest and Madison to the southeast. The nearest commercial airport is Chippewa Valley Regional Airport in Eau Claire, located approximately 10 to 15 miles from Fall Creek, offering flights to major hub cities.

History

Fall Creek was established in the 19th century as European settlers moved into the Chippewa Valley region of Wisconsin, drawn by the area's timber resources and fertile agricultural land. The village grew around the creek from which it takes its name, and the surrounding township developed steadily as logging gave way to dairy farming as the dominant industry. Over the decades, Fall Creek has maintained its identity as a small agricultural community even as neighboring Eau Claire grew into a regional center.

Did you know?

Despite covering more than 108 square miles of total area, Fall Creek maintains a distinctly small-village character, making it one of the more spaciously laid-out communities in Eau Claire County. The village's proximity to Eau Claire means residents can access a full range of urban amenities, including the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire and the Chippewa Valley's cultural offerings, while still living in a rural setting.

ZIP codes for Fall Creek, WI (1)
ZIP code City County Map
54742 Fall Creek Eau Claire View map

Demographics & statistics

5,034
Population
43.6
Median age
$94,667
Median household income
$38,507
Per capita income
$255,500
Median home value
$1,022
Median monthly rent
88.1%
Home ownership
4.9%
Poverty rate
2.9%
Unemployment
1,583
Housing units
32.0%
Bachelor's or higher

Age distribution

Male Female
121
Under 5
126
127
5–9
132
235
10–14
244
207
15–19
216
139
20–24
144
196
25–34
205
265
35–44
276
386
45–54
402
217
55–59
227
157
60–64
164
246
65–74
256
138
75–84
144
31
85+
33
← Male
Female →

Age summary

GroupCount%
Under 181,27525.3%
18 and over3,75974.7%
65 and over84816.8%
Median age43.6 years

Race & ethnicity

White 97%
Two or more races 1.7%
Hispanic or Latino 0.4%
Black or African American 0.3%
Other race 0.3%
American Indian / Alaska Native 0.2%
Asian 0.1%
GroupCount%
White4,90697%
Two or more races851.7%
Hispanic or Latino220.4%
Black or African American130.3%
Other race130.3%
American Indian / Alaska Native100.2%
Asian70.1%

Household income

Under $10k 4.1%
$10k–$15k 3.1%
$15k–$25k 4.5%
$25k–$35k 2.4%
$35k–$50k 8.5%
$50k–$75k 13.8%
$75k–$100k 18.3%
$100k–$150k 22.8%
$150k–$200k 11.1%
$200k+ 11.4%
Range% of households
Under $10k4.1%
$10k–$15k3.1%
$15k–$25k4.5%
$25k–$35k2.4%
$35k–$50k8.5%
$50k–$75k13.8%
$75k–$100k18.3%
$100k–$150k22.8%
$150k–$200k11.1%
$200k+11.4%
Median income$94,667

Housing

Home values

Under $50k 7.1%
$50k–$100k 3.6%
$100k–$150k 12.8%
$150k–$200k 16.5%
$200k–$300k 24.0%
$300k–$500k 25.8%
$500k–$1M 9.1%
$1M+ 1.0%

Housing overview

MetricValue
Median home value$255,500
Median rent / month$1,022
Owner occupied88.1%
Renter occupied11.9%
Vacant2.7%
Single-family detached88.5%
Large apartment buildings0.5%
Mobile homes6.1%
Median rooms6.5
Avg household size (owned)2.90

Year built

Era%
2020 or later0.0%
2010–201912.3%
2000–200915.1%
1990–199916.9%
1980–19896.9%
1970–197920.0%
1960–19697.2%
1950–19595.1%
1940–19492.1%
1939 or earlier14.3%

Bedrooms

Size% of units
No bedroom (studio)0.0%
1 bedroom3.7%
2 bedrooms18.5%
3 bedrooms44.3%
4 bedrooms20.8%
5+ bedrooms12.7%

Vehicles per household

Vehicles% of households
No vehicle2.5%
1 vehicle17.8%
2 vehicles42.8%
3 or more37.0%

Heating fuel

Fuel type%
Utility gas26.1%
Electricity16.5%
Propane / LP gas38.6%
Fuel oil3.8%
Wood10.3%
Solar0.6%
No fuel used2.7%

Households & families

Household typeCount%
Married-couple family1,18167.8%
Cohabiting couple714.1%
Male householder, no spouse22512.9%
Female householder, no spouse26515.2%
Households with children under 1860634.8%
Households with seniors (65+)53730.8%
Average household size2.87

Marital status

StatusMaleFemale
Never married28.5%25.8%
Married62.0%58.9%
Separated0.6%0.8%
Widowed1.3%4.9%
Divorced7.6%9.6%

Education

Less than 9th grade 2.2%
Some HS, no diploma 2.2%
HS graduate 31.9%
Some college, no degree 16.3%
Associate's degree 15.4%
Bachelor's degree 21.8%
Graduate / professional 10.2%
Metric%
HS diploma or higher95.6%
Bachelor's or higher32.0%

School enrollment (ages 3–17)

TypeCount%
Nursery / preschool836.3%
Kindergarten544.1%
Elementary school50438.2%
High school44233.5%
College / grad school23517.8%

Employment

Industry of employment

Education & healthcare 22.6%
Manufacturing 18.4%
Retail trade 14.5%
Finance & real estate 7.5%
Construction 6.8%
Transportation & utilities 5.8%
Professional & management 5.7%
Arts, food & hospitality 5.4%
Other services 4.0%
Public administration 3.3%
Agriculture & mining 3.0%
Information 2.3%
Wholesale trade 1.0%

Occupation

Category%
Management, business & arts34.5%
Service10.1%
Sales & office24.0%
Natural resources & construction9.0%
Production & transportation22.5%

Employment type

Type%
Private sector84.4%
Government9.3%
Self-employed6.1%
Unpaid family workers0.3%

Commute

Method%
Drive alone79.4%
Carpool3.7%
Public transit0.3%
Walk2.5%
Other means0.3%
Avg commute (minutes)23.5

Poverty

All people 4.9%
Under 18 years 4.0%
18 and over 5.1%
Married-couple families 0.6%
Female-led households 8.4%

Income support

Source% of households
Social Security30.0%
Retirement income23.9%
Supplemental Security2.4%
Cash public assistance0.6%
Food stamps / SNAP9.4%

Health indicators

Condition%
High blood pressure30.5%
High cholesterol32.8%
Heart disease6.0%
Stroke2.8%
Asthma9.7%
Arthritis23.7%
Kidney disease2.7%
Pulmonary disease6.1%
Cancer7.1%
Behavior / access%
Binge drinking24.0%
No physical activity19.5%
Less than 7 hrs sleep30.2%
Fair or poor health11.4%
Poor mental health13.2%
Poor physical health9.6%
No health insurance9.1%
Visited doctor (checkup)74.4%
Visited dentist72.7%
Cholesterol screening88.6%
Teeth loss10.8%

Veterans & disability

VeteransCount%
Civilian veterans2747.3%
Disability%
Any disability8.6%
Under 181.8%
18–64 years6.3%
65 and over27.2%

Health insurance coverage

Type%
Private insurance80.5%
Public insurance28.7%
Uninsured under 192.1%

Language & origin

Language spoken at home (age 5+)

LanguageCount%
English only4,78795.1%
Spanish210.4%
Other Indo-European50.1%
Asian & Pacific Islander160.3%
Other languages00.0%

Place of birth & citizenship

OriginCount%
Native born (US)4,95698.5%
Born in same state4,92597.8%
Born in different state4,05580.6%
Foreign born310.6%
Naturalized citizen781.5%
Not a US citizen7292.3%

Ancestry

AncestryCount%
Polish64012.7%
Italian56511.2%
French2104.2%
Arab1633.2%
English651.3%
AncestryCount%
German450.9%
Irish170.3%
Dutch60.1%
Norwegian30.1%

Technology access

Metric% of households
Computer access34.6%
Internet access92.7%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2025 estimates.

Frequently asked questions
What ZIP codes does Fall Creek, WI have?
Fall Creek, WI has one ZIP code: 54742. Each ZIP code serves a distinct delivery area within the city and surrounding region.
Need the complete Wisconsin ZIP code database? Download all WI ZIP codes — Excel, CSV, or Access. Includes lat/lng, county FIPS & timezone.
Download database →