Is Milwaukee more expensive than Madison?

Milwaukee is 6.8% cheaper than Madison overall. Rent is 16.6% lower, groceries 7.5% cheaper, and restaurants 4.8% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Madison or Milwaukee?

Madison has a purchasing power index of 141.0 while Milwaukee has 134.1 (NYC = 100). Madison offers better purchasing power.

Jämförelse av levnadskostnader · 2026

🇺🇸 Madison vs 🇺🇸 Milwaukee

2026

Milwaukee är 6.8% billigare

Kategori	🇺🇸 Madison	🇺🇸 Milwaukee	Skillnad
Levnadskostnader	72.4	67.5	-6.8%
Hyra	42.2	35.2	-16.6%
Livsmedel	84.5	78.2	-7.5%
Restauranger	71.3	67.9	-4.8%
Köpkraft	141.0	134.1	-4.9%

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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