Milwaukee, Wisconsin

City Profile — Demographics, Income, Education & Housing
Data: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2022 5-Year Estimates
573,299
Population
$49,733
Median Income
$157,800
Home Value
31.8
Median Age

Demographics

Milwaukee has a population of 573,299 with a median age of 31.8. Here is the racial and ethnic breakdown of the population:

White
38.8%
Black
38.6%
Hispanic
20.2%
Asian
4.7%
Demographic Value
Total Population573,299
Median Age31.8
White38.8%
Black or African American38.6%
Asian4.7%
Hispanic or Latino20.2%

Income & Economy

The median household income in Milwaukee is $49,733, which is 33.8% below the national median of $75,149. The per capita income is $28,079. The poverty rate is 23.9%.

$49,733
Median Household Income
$28,079
Per Capita Income
23.9%
Poverty Rate

Employment

The unemployment rate in Milwaukee is 5.9%, compared to the national rate of 5.4%.

Education

In Milwaukee, 85.4% of residents age 25+ have a high school diploma or higher, and 26.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher (9.5% with a graduate or professional degree).

HS Diploma+
85.4%
Bachelor's+
26.1%
Graduate+
9.5%
Education Level % of Adults (25+)
High School Diploma or Higher85.4%
Bachelor's Degree or Higher26.1%
Graduate or Professional Degree9.5%

Housing

The median home value in Milwaukee is $157,800, below the national median of $281,900. The median monthly rent is $982. The homeownership rate is 41.2%.

$157,800
Median Home Value
$982/mo
Median Rent
41.2%
Homeownership Rate
Housing Metric Value
Median Home Value$157,800
Median Monthly Rent$982
Homeownership Rate41.2%
Vacancy Rate10.4%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Milwaukee, Wisconsin?
The population of Milwaukee, Wisconsin is 573,299 according to U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Milwaukee, Wisconsin?
The median household income in Milwaukee, Wisconsin is $49,733. This is 33.8% below the national median of $75,149.
What is the median home value in Milwaukee, Wisconsin?
The median home value in Milwaukee, Wisconsin is $157,800. The median monthly rent is $982.
What percentage of people in Milwaukee have a college degree?
In Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 26.1% of adults age 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 85.4% have a high school diploma or higher.
Is Milwaukee, Wisconsin an affordable place to live?
The home price-to-income ratio in Milwaukee, Wisconsin is 3.2x (median home value $157,800 vs. median income $49,733), making it relatively affordable by that measure. A ratio under 4.0 is generally considered affordable.

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