West Allis, WI
Full City Profile · Wisconsin · Waukesha County County
West Allis, WI
At a Glance
How West Allis Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows West Allis's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is West Allis a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
West Allis residents earn a median household income of $69,685 , which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $39,423. The unemployment rate stands at 3.9% (8% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 14,577 business establishments, including 875 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in West Allis is $191,700 , 32% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $276,992. Median rent is $1,012/month, with 24.6% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 94.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1955.
Safety & Crime
West Allis reports 263 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 31% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,001/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
29.4% of adults in West Allis hold a bachelor's degree or higher (13% below the national average). 92.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 7.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
West Allis has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.