Platteville, WI vs West Milwaukee, WI

Platteville, WI and West Milwaukee, WI have a very similar cost of living, with only a 1.6% difference in their overall index. Platteville scores 76 while West Milwaukee scores 77 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Platteville is $885/month compared to $885/month in West Milwaukee — a 0% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while West Milwaukee has cheaper rent, Platteville actually has lower median home values ($186,900 vs $203,500).

Median household income in Platteville is $42,667 compared to $48,976 in West Milwaukee (-12.9%). While West Milwaukee is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Platteville spend roughly 24.9% of their income on rent, more than the 21.7% in West Milwaukee.