Cost of Living in South Milwaukee, WI
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
111.0
100 = national avg
+11.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$48,840
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$115,441
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing122.9
Food103.6
Transportation102.6
Healthcare102.9
Utilities106.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,119
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,338
per month
The overall cost of living index in South Milwaukee is 111.0, which is 11.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 122.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $48,840 per year to cover basic expenses.