Cost of Living in Milwaukee
Average rent, food, transport, utilities, and salary data for Milwaukee, United States.
Overall, the cost of living in Milwaukee is below the New York City baseline (composite index 55 vs. a New York City baseline of 100). These are representative estimates, not live pricing — see our methodology.
Rent index (NYC=100)36
Groceries index72
Dining out index64
Transport index40
Utilities index62
Median annual salary$54,000
Minimum wage$7.25/hr
State income tax rate5.30%
Est. monthly childcare$950
Est. monthly healthcare premium$420
YoY inflation2.8%
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