Cost of Living in West Allis, WI
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
108.9
100 = national avg
+8.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$47,935
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$113,302
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing116.3
Food103.3
Transportation106.5
Healthcare102.6
Utilities105.2
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 West Allis is 108.9, which is 8.9% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 116.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $47,935 per year to cover basic expenses.