West Milwaukee, WI
Full City Profile · Wisconsin · Ozaukee County County
West Milwaukee, WI
At a Glance
How West Milwaukee Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows West Milwaukee's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is West Milwaukee a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
West Milwaukee residents earn a median household income of $48,976 , which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,660. The unemployment rate stands at 3.8% (6% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 10.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 3,167 business establishments, including 233 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in West Milwaukee is $203,500 , 28% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $257,999. Median rent is $885/month, with 25.9% 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 1948.
Safety & Crime
West Milwaukee reports 1,003 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 164% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 21,579/100K.
Education
18.5% of adults in West Milwaukee hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below the national average). 90.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 7.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
West Milwaukee has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.