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Wauwatosa, WI Community

18 discussions from residents and visitors

Adam Mitchell

What to expect moving to Wauwatosa?

Curious what people think. We're a young couple and Median household income is $93,859, which feels pretty solid for the area. Crime rate is something to consider -Wauwatosa sits at 117.4 per 100K. Average temperature is around 48--F, so expect cold winters. The unemployment rate is 1.4%, which is p...

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Alexa

What to expect moving to Wauwatosa?

Anyone else feel this way? I'm originally from Kansas City and Poverty rate is 1.9%, which is pretty low. Crime rate is something to consider -Wauwatosa sits at 117.4 per 100K. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Thanks! The suburbs are where most families end up.

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Ava Jones

Weekend activities in Wauwatosa?

My family moved here when I was a kid. Median household income is $93,859, which feels pretty solid for the area. The median home value here is around $307,600, which seems about average. Homes are going for about $307,600 on average. With a population of 47,718, Wauwatosa is a smaller city. Cost of...

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Benjamin Lopez

How are the schools in Wauwatosa?

Hi all, The unemployment rate is 1.4%, which is pretty low. The weather takes some getting used to. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level.

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nycnative2022

Is Wauwatosa getting better or worse?

Hey, Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Thoughts? Public transit needs a lot of work honestly.

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Jameson Cruz

Best kept secrets of Wauwatosa, WI

I'm originally from Sacramento and With a population of 47,718, Wauwatosa is a smaller city. It's a a smaller city city with about 47,718 people. Poverty rate is 1.9%, which is pretty low. Median household income is $93,859, which feels pretty solid for the area. You can expect to pay around $1,373 ...

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Adam Mitchell

Starting a business in Wauwatosa?

Hello, Military spouse here. The unemployment rate is 1.4%, which is pretty low. The median home value here is around $307,600, which seems about average. With a population of 47,718, Wauwatosa is a smaller city. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. I'd say it's better for...

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Adeline Ruiz

Cheapest neighborhoods in Wauwatosa?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I relocated for work and With a population of 47,718, Wauwatosa is a smaller city. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The food scene here is...

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Aubrey Roberts

Best and worst neighborhoods in Wauwatosa

OK so My family moved here when I was a kid. The unemployment rate is 1.4%, which is pretty low. Average temperature is around 48--F, so expect cold winters. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoa...

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Silas Morgan

Unpopular opinion about Wauwatosa

First post here. We're a young couple and Average temperature is around 48--F, so expect cold winters. It's a a smaller city city with about 47,718 people. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Does this match your experience? Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Cost...

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Adam Mitchell

Internet providers in Wauwatosa?

Anyone else feel this way? Crime rate is something to consider -Wauwatosa sits at 117.4 per 100K. Household incomes average around $93,859 in Wauwatosa. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Anyone in a similar situation? Thanks for read...

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Nathan R.

Day-to-day life in Wauwatosa, WI

Random thought, I grew up here but left for a while. Crime rate is something to consider -Wauwatosa sits at 117.4 per 100K. You can expect to pay around $1,373 for rent here. The city has invested a lot in new development. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. I'd say it's bett...

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Adam Mitchell

What's it really like living in Wauwatosa?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I'm a 37-year-old accountant and You can expect to pay around $1,373 for rent here. Median household income is $93,859, which feels pretty solid for the area. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The food scene here is surprisingly good. What d...

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Leo Johnson

Grocery stores in Wauwatosa -recommendations?

Hey folks, I'm retired and Poverty rate is 1.9%, which is pretty low. The unemployment rate is 1.4%, which is pretty low. It's a a smaller city city with about 47,718 people. Rent is about $1,373/month for a decent place. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. I'd say it's better...

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Silas Morgan

Things Wauwatosa needs to improve

Hey, The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Thoughts? It's not perfect, but the community is solid.

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Valentina E.

Things that make Wauwatosa unique

Not sure if this has been asked before, but Average temperature is around 48--F, so expect cold winters. Crime rate is something to consider -Wauwatosa sits at 117.4 per 100K. With a population of 47,718, Wauwatosa is a smaller city. Rent is about $1,373/month for a decent place. Property taxes are ...

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Aubrey Roberts

Is it worth buying in Wauwatosa?

Been meaning to ask this. I grew up here but left for a while. The unemployment rate is 1.4%, which is pretty low. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. What would you do? Appreciate any input. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The ...

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