What are the hidden costs of living in Milwaukee?

High property taxes in Milwaukee Elevated insurance costs for older homes Utility bills can be higher in colder, older neighborhoods

What is the median home price in Milwaukee?

The median home price in Milwaukee is approximately $391,700.

Is Milwaukee walkable?

Milwaukee has a Walk Score of 24 out of 100. Most errands require a car.

Milwaukee, WI

Updated April 29, 2026 · Would You Live There? · Covers: Milwaukee, Shorewood

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Verdict

$392K

Median Price

24/100

Walk Score

7/10

Schools

30 min

to Unknown

Score Breakdown

FWalkability

24/100

FQuietness

30/100

DAffordability

45/100

D+Safety

55/100

B-Schools

70/100

B+Commute

85/100

WYLT Score52/100

Our Take

53211 offers decent school ratings and a solid median home value, but it’s far from a walkable, low‑crime neighborhood. If you’re okay with a car and a moderate crime rate, it can work, but it isn’t ideal for families or remote workers who want easy access to amenities.

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The Good

✓High median home value relative to median rent
✓Good overall school ratings (average 7/10)
✓Low flood risk (Zone X)
✓Diverse and young population (median age 30)

Real Talk

!High violent and property crime levels typical of many Milwaukee neighborhoods
!Walk score of 24 means almost all errands require a car
!Transit is only a 32/100 score, so public transportation is limited
!Traffic congestion can make commuting time unpredictable
$High property taxes in Milwaukee
$Elevated insurance costs for older homes
$Utility bills can be higher in colder, older neighborhoods

Best For

Budget‑conscious buyersYoung professionalsStudentsPeople who prefer a car

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskLow

Violent crimeModerate

Property crimeModerate

Air qualityModerate

Price volatilityModerate

Crime & Safety

Milwaukee, WI

D+

Safety grade

Safety score55 / 100

High riskVery safe

⚠️Violent Crime

Moderate

3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr

0Natl avg (3.7)11+

5% higher than the national average

🔒Property Crime

Moderate

19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr

0Natl avg (19.5)59+

2% 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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