Median Income
$47,596
37% lower than US avg
Home Value
$108,700
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.6%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Milwaukee Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population147
Median Age31.6 yrs
Density85/mi²
Male / Female18% / 82%
Largest GroupWhite 74%
Veterans89.0%
Economy
A
Median Income$47,596
Per Capita$15,120
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$739M
Commute23 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$108,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity38.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.2%
Heart Disease6.6%
Climate
Avg Temp59°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain49.6 in/yr
Elevation87 ft
Education
A
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+82.0%
School Score5.46
Community
2024 VoteR 42% / D 57%
Commute23 min
Broadband47.0%
Libraries1
Is Milwaukee a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Milwaukee receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Milwaukee stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Milwaukee is $47,596, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Milwaukee is $108,700, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Milwaukee enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Milwaukee has a population of 147 with a density of 85 people per square mile. The median age is 31.6 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (74.1%), with 10.9% Hispanic.
Population
31.6yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Milwaukee vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 75.8% |
| 3% below US avg |
| Spanish | 24.2% |
| 81% above US avg |
Social Characteristics
Milwaukee vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Milwaukee is $47,596, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Income: Milwaukee vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $47,596 |
| 37% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $15,120 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $951 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $52,956 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 366 |
| County GDP | $739M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 17 |
| Healthcare | 28 |
| Retail | 48 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,311 |
| 5% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.05% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 23.3 min |
| Drive Alone | 100.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Milwaukee is $108,700, 61% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $108,700 |
| 61% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $932 |
| 1 Bedroom | $981 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,161 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,499 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,780 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,311 |
| 5% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.05% |
In Milwaukee, 38.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.2% report depression. 25.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Milwaukee vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.6% |
| 20% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.8% |
| Heart Disease | 6.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 37.2% |
| Asthma | 10.5% |
| COPD | 7.6% |
| Stroke | 3.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.4% |
| Depression | 24.2% |
| Mental Distress | 17.9% |
| Physical Distress | 13.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 73.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.4% |
| Premature Death | 14,714/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 22.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 28 |
Crime Rates: Milwaukee vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
Safety Score
Milwaukee has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Temperature
39°F Jan (4°C)
78°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 58.5°F |
| 8% above US avg |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 49.6 inches |
| 31% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 2.6 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 87 ft (27 m) |
| Area | 1.7 sq mi (4.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 85/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.4025°N, 77.2312°W |
| County FIPS | 37131 |