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Racine, WI
Racine · WI 53403
Updated October 31, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
$194K
Median Price
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Walk Score
7.3/10
Schools
35 min
to Milwaukee downtown
Score Breakdown
BAffordability
78/100
D+Safety
55/100
BSchools
73/100
D+Quietness
50/100
B-Commute
70/100
FWalkability
0/100
WYLT Score54/100
Our Take
Racine’s 53403 ZIP offers solid public schools, affordable housing, and proximity to Lake Michigan, making it a solid choice for families and commuters. There are some gaps in transit and walkability, and older homes may require upkeep. Overall, it’s a dependable, mid‑tier option with no major red flags.
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The Good
- ✓Strong public school system with several highly rated schools
- ✓Reasonably priced homes for the current market
- ✓Close to Lake Michigan for recreation
- ✓Solid employment base in manufacturing, healthcare, and education
Real Talk
- !Limited pedestrian infrastructure and public transit options
- !Some neighborhoods have higher violent crime rates than the city average
- !Older housing stock may require repairs and higher maintenance costs
- !Traffic can be congested during commute peak hours
- $Higher property taxes compared to state average
- $Wind and hail insurance premiums for older homes
- $Potential home‑owners association fees in certain developments
Best For
Families looking for good schoolsRetirees wanting lake proximityCommuters to MilwaukeeFirst‑time home buyers
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Racine, WI
D+
Safety grade
Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher 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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