Question 1

Is Beloit, WI or Kenosha, WI cheaper to buy in?

Accepted Answer

Beloit, WI is cheaper. The median home price in Beloit, WI is approximately $144,200 and in Kenosha, WI it is approximately $179,100 — a difference of $34,900.

Question 2

Is Beloit, WI or Kenosha, WI more walkable?

Accepted Answer

Kenosha, WI is more walkable. Beloit, WI has a Walk Score of N/A/100 and Kenosha, WI has a Walk Score of 14/100.

Question 3

Which has better schools, Beloit, WI or Kenosha, WI?

Accepted Answer

Kenosha, WI has higher-rated schools. Beloit, WI has a school rating of 5.9/10 and Kenosha, WI has a rating of 6.9/10.

Question 4

Should I live in Beloit, WI or Kenosha, WI?

Accepted Answer

Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.

Category	Beloit, WI	Kenosha, WI
Housing
Verdict	Think twice	Good for now
Median Price	$144K ✓ Lower price	$179K
Median Rent	$964 ✓ Lower rent	$977
Median Income	$62K ✓ Higher income	$55K
Price Volatility	Moderate	Moderate
Getting Around
Walk Score	Car-dependent	14/100 ✓ More walkable
Transit Score	Minimal transit	3/100 ✓ Better transit
Bike Score	N/A	2/100 ✓ More bikeable
Commute	N/A	30 min
Safety & Environment
Safety Grade	D+	D+
Violent Crime	Moderate	Moderate
Property Crime	Moderate	Moderate
Flood Risk	Low	Low
Air Quality	Good ✓ Cleaner air	Moderate
Community
Schools	5.9/10	6.9/10 ✓ Better schools
Best for	Families looking for inexpensive homesCollege students needing affordable housing near a universityRetirees who prefer a quiet, small-town feel	First‑time home buyersFamilies with childrenRemote workers who need a quiet environment

Beloit, WI vs Kenosha, WI

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