Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

Kenosha, WI is cheaper. The median home price in Kenosha, WI is approximately $179,100 and in Milwaukee, WI it is approximately $206,200 — a difference of $27,100.

Question 2

Is Kenosha, WI or Milwaukee, WI safer?

Accepted Answer

Kenosha, WI scores higher on safety. Kenosha, WI has violent crime rated Moderate and property crime rated Moderate. Milwaukee, WI has violent crime rated High and property crime rated High.

Question 3

Is Kenosha, WI or Milwaukee, WI more walkable?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

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

Category	Kenosha, WI	Milwaukee, WI
Housing
Verdict	Good for now	Think twice
Median Price	$179K ✓ Lower price	$206K
Median Rent	$977 ✓ Lower rent	$1K
Median Income	$55K	$74K ✓ Higher income
Price Volatility	Moderate	Moderate
Getting Around
Walk Score	14/100 ✓ More walkable	Car-dependent
Transit Score	3/100	28/100 ✓ Better transit
Bike Score	2/100	44/100 ✓ More bikeable
Commute	30 min	N/A
Safety & Environment
Safety Grade	D+ ✓ Safer	F
Violent Crime	Moderate ✓ Lower risk	High
Property Crime	Moderate ✓ Lower risk	High
Flood Risk	Low	Low
Air Quality	Moderate	Moderate
Community
Schools	6.9/10	6.9/10
Best for	First‑time home buyersFamilies with childrenRemote workers who need a quiet environment	First‑time homebuyers looking for affordabilityFamilies who drive and don't need frequent transitPeople who plan to stay long term and can manage local crime concerns

Kenosha, WI vs Milwaukee, WI

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