Milwaukee's median monthly rent is at $1,835, according to the analysis. That's lower than the national median of $1,987, but higher than Wisconsin's statewide median of $1,602.

Milwaukee's housing expenses are about the same as the national average and the utility prices are 8% higher than the national average. Transportation expenses like bus fares and gas prices are 7% lower than the national average. Milwaukee has grocery prices that are 3% lower than the national average.

Summary of cost of living in Milwaukee, WI, United States: A family of four estimated monthly costs are 4,187.1$ without rent. A single person estimated monthly costs are 1,183.1$ without rent. Milwaukee is 31.5% less expensive than New York (without rent).