salaryMilwaukee is 8% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Milwaukee to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,651
$1,284
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,565
$1,170
💵 Families earn per year
$111,392
$58,491
🔑 Buying a house
$395,900
$184,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
105.4
96.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,982
$3,668
⚡ Electric bill per month
$136
$156
👥 People living there
288,976
566,973
Commute to work
18.8 min
22.4 min
College degree
38.7%
27.4%
Own their home
63.9%
41.8%
Below poverty line
8.9%
22.8%
Unemployment
4.6%
6.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Anchorage for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Milwaukee for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Anchorage | Milwaukee | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $115,020 | $82,090 | -29% in Milwaukee |
| HVAC Technician | $85,620 | $62,930 | -27% in Milwaukee |
| Dental Hygienist | $132,740 | $98,780 | -26% in Milwaukee |
| Firefighter | $64,810 | $49,760 | -23% in Milwaukee |
| Elementary School Teacher | $79,270 | $61,480 | -22% in Milwaukee |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $82,330 | $65,410 | -21% in Milwaukee |
| Software Developer | $104,030 | $123,730 | +19% in Milwaukee |
| Cashier | $36,350 | $30,400 | -16% in Milwaukee |
Frequently asked questions
Is Anchorage or Milwaukee cheaper to live in?
Milwaukee is about 8% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,284 a month there versus $1,651 in Anchorage.
What salary do I need in Milwaukee to match $60,000 in Anchorage?
About $55,172 a year gives the same standard of living in Milwaukee.
Where do people earn more, Anchorage or Milwaukee?
The typical household earns $111,392 in Anchorage and $58,491 in Milwaukee, 90% more in Anchorage.