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Oshkosh, WI
Oshkosh · WI 54901
Updated October 30, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
$200K
Median Price
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Walk Score
7/10
Schools
50 min
to Milwaukee
Score Breakdown
BAffordability
78/100
BSafety
78/100
B-Schools
70/100
CQuietness
60/100
D+Commute
55/100
FWalkability
0/100
WYLT Score57/100
Our Take
Oshkosh offers affordable housing, solid schools, and plenty of outdoor recreation, making it a solid choice for families and commuters. The downtown area isn’t very walkable and public transit is sparse, so you’ll want a car for most errands. Overall it’s a comfortable, mid‑price community with typical small‑city trade‑offs.
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The Good
- ✓affordable housing relative to nearby metros
- ✓strong public schools with high ratings
- ✓low property taxes
- ✓access to lakes, parks, and outdoor activities
Real Talk
- !limited walkability and public transit
- !moderate property crime in some areas
- !winter weather can be harsh and increase heating costs
- !some neighborhoods have HOA fees or additional community taxes
- $winter heating and insulation upgrades
- $higher insurance rates if living near water bodies
- $potential HOA fees in certain subdivisions
Best For
affordable familiesremote workerscommuters to Milwaukeeretirees looking for small‑city feel
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeLow
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Oshkosh, WI
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Safety grade
Safety score78 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Low1.6incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
57% safer than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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