Cost of Living in Milwaukee County, WI

Modeled annual cost: $44,074.

Median family income: $82,096.

Affordability Snapshot

WI County Median

$45,266

State Rank

55thMost expensive counties in WI out of 72See Wisconsin county rankings

Median Income

$82,096

Location Type

Metro

Biggest category:

Housing is the biggest expense in Milwaukee County, WI.

$10,906 per year.

Cost breakdown

Total

$44,074

Per year

  • Housing:$10,906
  • Transport:$10,284
  • Taxes:$8,269
  • Healthcare:$5,545
  • Other Costs:$4,733
  • Food:$4,339
  • Childcare:$0

* Percentages may not add up to 100% due to rounding.

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Cost of Living in Milwaukee County, WI (2026)