Name: South Milwaukee, WI
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Living in South Milwaukee, WI

Ranks better than 78% of areas Follow

Population

20,857

Median Age

40.3 Years

South Milwaukee Area Facts

South Milwaukee has a Livability Score of 78_/100, which is considered exceptional
South Milwaukee crime rates are 13% lower than the Wisconsin average
Cost of living in South Milwaukee is 2% higher than the Wisconsin average

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What do the locals think about South Milwaukee?

90%

Family friendly

60%

Public transit is accessible

30%

Walkable to grocery stores

80%

Yards are well-kept

90%

Lots of parks

20%

Walkable to restaurants

Friendly neighbors

Safe at night

Pet friendly

Streets have sidewalks

90%

A quiet area

60%

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South Milwaukee Reviews

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South Milwaukee Review 5 rating By Anonymous ( Nov 20, 2023) South Milwaukee is very quiet and very residential. It’s not a big bustling city and that’s why I love it. It’s far enough from Milwaukee but still close. Lake Michigan slays. The homes are really cute and I notice a lot of improvement in the areas. For being in Milwaukee c ...Read More ounty it’s very safe. It’s just a little small town with a lake…cute, adorable, peaceful. That’s all Read Less

Close to the city and right on the lake! 3.5 rating By Anonymous ( May 16, 2018) South Milwaukee, as the name implies, is a suburb located just south of Milwaukee. It has many walkways and paths throughout it's parks that attempt to promote a healthier lifestyle. The city is also located right on Lake Michigan which means swimming is an option for those looki ...Read More ng to cool down during the hot and humid summer months.

As for the community itself, it is mostly average. Like many suburbs of Milwaukee, it has its good and bad parts. In recent years, the city has seen an increase in petty crime. With that being said, this kind of criminal activity is in more isolated parts of South Milwaukee and is usually not a problem for most residents. The police are tackling this issue as best as they can and they keep the people of South Milwaukee informed of anything that they need to know to stay safe.

Overall, South Milwaukee is a decent place to live. Some neighborhoods are excellent for raising a family, however, if you're looking for an even safer option and want to avoid city traffic and slowly declining public schools, you'd be better off taking your family elsewhere. Read Less

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