Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

Racine, WI is cheaper. The median home price in Milwaukee, WI is approximately $298,600 and in Racine, WI it is approximately $155,900 — a difference of $142,700.

Question 2

Is Milwaukee, WI or Racine, WI more walkable?

Accepted Answer

Milwaukee, WI is more walkable. Milwaukee, WI has a Walk Score of 54/100 and Racine, WI has a Walk Score of 6/100.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Racine, WI has higher-rated schools. Milwaukee, WI has a school rating of 7/10 and Racine, WI has a rating of 7.3/10.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

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

Category	Milwaukee, WI	Racine, WI
Housing
Verdict	Good for now	Think twice
Median Price	$299K	$156K ✓ Lower price
Median Rent	$1K	$1K ✓ Lower rent
Median Income	$94K ✓ Higher income	$56K
Price Volatility	Moderate	Moderate
Getting Around
Walk Score	54/100 ✓ More walkable	6/100
Transit Score	49/100 ✓ Better transit	41/100
Bike Score	40/100	40/100
Commute	30 min	N/A
Safety & Environment
Safety Grade	D+	D+
Violent Crime	Moderate	Moderate
Property Crime	Moderate	Moderate
Flood Risk	Low	Low
Air Quality	Moderate	Moderate
Community
Schools	7/10	7.3/10 ✓ Better schools
Best for	Families looking for affordable homesYoung professionals who commute into downtownRenters wanting some walkability	FamiliesBudget buyersRetirees

Milwaukee, WI vs Racine, WI

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