Kenosha, WI vs West Allis, WI

West Allis is moderately more affordable than Kenosha, with a 8.8% lower cost of living index. Kenosha scores 87 compared to 80 for West Allis, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Kenosha can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Kenosha is $1,137/month compared to $1,012/month in West Allis — a 12% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: West Allis is more affordable at $191,700 median vs $210,500.

Median household income in Kenosha is $68,532 compared to $69,685 in West Allis (-1.7%). West Allis offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Kenosha spend roughly 19.9% of their income on rent, more than the 17.4% in West Allis.