Is Milwaukee more expensive than Madison?

Milwaukee is 4.2% cheaper than Madison overall. Rent is 13.5% lower, groceries 5.0% cheaper, and restaurants 1.7% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Madison or Milwaukee?

Madison has a purchasing power index of 137.8 while Milwaukee has 127.8 (NYC = 100). Madison offers better purchasing power.

Jämförelse av levnadskostnader · 2026

🇺🇸 Madison vs 🇺🇸 Milwaukee

2026

Milwaukee är 4.2% billigare

Kategori	🇺🇸 Madison	🇺🇸 Milwaukee	Skillnad
Levnadskostnader	71.0	68.0	-4.2%
Hyra	41.4	35.8	-13.5%
Livsmedel	81.6	77.5	-5.0%
Restauranger	69.5	68.3	-1.7%
Köpkraft	137.8	127.8	-7.3%

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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