Is Uppsala more expensive than Milwaukee?

Uppsala is 0.1% more expensive than Milwaukee overall. Rent is 38.0% lower, groceries 4.0% cheaper, and restaurants 2.0% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Milwaukee or Uppsala?

Milwaukee has a purchasing power index of 127.8 while Uppsala has 122.4 (NYC = 100). Milwaukee offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇺🇸 Milwaukee vs 🇸🇪 Uppsala

2026

Uppsala is 0.1% more expensive

Category	🇺🇸 Milwaukee	🇸🇪 Uppsala	Difference
Cost of Living	68.0	68.1	+0.1%
Rent	35.8	22.2	-38.0%
Groceries	77.5	74.4	-4.0%
Restaurants	68.3	69.7	+2.0%
Purchasing Power	127.8	122.4	-4.2%

Data verified Q1 2026 · Source: Numbeo cost-of-living indices (NYC = 100 baseline) · Indices reflect relative costs; absolute prices vary by neighbourhood.

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