What are the hidden costs of living in Milwaukee?

Daily commuting expenses for driving Higher car insurance premiums in higher crime areas Parking costs at work or school Potential property taxes and insurance due to high crime risk

What is the median home price in Milwaukee?

The median home price in Milwaukee is approximately $206,200.

Milwaukee, WI

Updated April 29, 2026 · Would You Live There?

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Verdict

$206K

Median Price

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Walk Score

6.9/10

Schools

Score Breakdown

FWalkability

0/100

FCommute

15/100

FSafety

18/100

DQuietness

40/100

C+Schools

69/100

AAffordability

92/100

WYLT Score39/100

Our Take

This neighborhood has affordable housing and decent income levels, but it suffers from very poor walkability, limited public transit, and a high crime rate. If you can drive and are comfortable with a car‑centric lifestyle, it might work, but otherwise you’ll face significant daily hassles.

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The Good

✓Median home price under $210k, which is below city average
✓Median income roughly matches the cost of living, so buying a home is realistic
✓Low flood risk (Zone X) means minimal water damage concerns
✓School ratings average 6.9 – enough for most families

Real Talk

!Walkability score 0; errands require a car
!Transit score 28 – only a few bus routes serve the area
!Crime data for Milwaukee indicates high violent and property crime rates
!Dining and nightlife options are limited outside the core downtown area
$Daily commuting expenses for driving
$Higher car insurance premiums in higher crime areas
$Parking costs at work or school
$Potential property taxes and insurance due to high crime risk

Best For

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 concernsIndividuals willing to use a car for most errands

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskLow

Violent crimeHigh

Property crimeHigh

Air qualityModerate

Price volatilityModerate

Crime & Safety

Milwaukee, WI

Safety grade

Safety score18 / 100

High riskVery safe

⚠️Violent Crime

High

9.2incidents / 1,000 residents / yr

0Natl avg (3.7)11+

149% higher than the national average

🔒Property Crime

High

38.4incidents / 1,000 residents / yr

0Natl avg (19.5)59+

97% higher than the national average

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Rates are estimated from neighborhood characteristics using national FBI baselines. Actual figures vary by block — always verify with local sources before making decisions.

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