Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

Kenosha, WI is cheaper. The median home price in Kenosha, WI is approximately $179,100 and in Waukesha, WI it is approximately $256,800 — a difference of $77,700.

Question 2

Is Kenosha, WI or Waukesha, WI more walkable?

Accepted Answer

Kenosha, WI is more walkable. Kenosha, WI has a Walk Score of 14/100 and Waukesha, WI has a Walk Score of 5/100.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Kenosha, WI has higher-rated schools. Kenosha, WI has a school rating of 6.9/10 and Waukesha, WI has a rating of 6.8/10.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

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

Category	Kenosha, WI	Waukesha, WI
Housing
Verdict	Good for now	Think twice
Median Price	$179K ✓ Lower price	$257K
Median Rent	$977 ✓ Lower rent	$1K
Median Income	$55K	$70K ✓ Higher income
Price Volatility	Moderate	Moderate
Getting Around
Walk Score	14/100 ✓ More walkable	5/100
Transit Score	3/100 ✓ Better transit	Minimal transit
Bike Score	2/100	18/100 ✓ More bikeable
Commute	30 min ✓ Shorter commute	35 min
Safety & Environment
Safety Grade	D+	D+
Violent Crime	Moderate	Moderate
Property Crime	Moderate	Moderate
Flood Risk	Low	Low
Air Quality	Moderate	Good ✓ Cleaner air
Community
Schools	6.9/10 ✓ Better schools	6.8/10
Best for	First‑time home buyersFamilies with childrenRemote workers who need a quiet environment	Families looking for solid schoolsRemote workers who can handle a car commuteMid‑income earners seeking affordability

Kenosha, WI vs Waukesha, WI

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