United States
Cost of Living in Milwaukee, WI
Monthly Total
$3,065
$53,638
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$1,336
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$58
Based on a typical lifestyle for international residents: 1BR furnished apartment, mix of cooking/eating out, rideshare transportation, moderate entertainment. Last updated: 3/31/2026.
Monthly Cost Breakdown
Housing (Rent)
1BR furnished apartment in mid-range neighborhood
$1,336
$23,380
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$251
$4,393
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$205
$3,588
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$240
$4,200
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$330
$5,775
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$308
$5,390
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$311
$5,443
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$83
$1,453
Monthly Total
$3,065
$53,638
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