Is Milwaukee more expensive than Omaha?

Milwaukee is 0.1% more expensive than Omaha overall. Rent is 1.1% lower, groceries 9.1% more expensive, and restaurants 4.4% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Omaha or Milwaukee?

Omaha has a purchasing power index of 141.2 while Milwaukee has 134.1 (NYC = 100). Omaha offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇺🇸 Omaha vs 🇺🇸 Milwaukee

2026

Milwaukee is 0.1% more expensive

Category	🇺🇸 Omaha	🇺🇸 Milwaukee	Difference
Cost of Living	67.4	67.5	+0.1%
Rent	35.6	35.2	-1.1%
Groceries	71.7	78.2	+9.1%
Restaurants	71.0	67.9	-4.4%
Purchasing Power	141.2	134.1	-5.0%

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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