Head to head
Milwaukee, WI vs St. Louis, MO
St. Louis is cheaper — estimated essentials for a single person run about $7/mo less, and living comfortably there takes roughly $500 less in annual salary (taxes included).
| Metric | Milwaukee59 | St. Louis59 |
|---|---|---|
| Est. monthly cost (single) | $3,360 | $3,353 |
| Salary for comfort | $61,000/yr | $60,500/yr |
| Typical rent | $1,160 | $1,120 |
| Median home value | $165,000 | $180,000 |
| Median household income | $49,000 | $52,000 |
| Unemployment | 3.7% | 3.8% |
| Housing score | 68 | 75 |
| Jobs score | 28 | 30 |
| Safety score | 22 | 3 |
| Climate score | 73 | 97 |
| Amenities score | 68 | 61 |
| Population | 570K | 286K |
| Summer high / winter low | 81° / 16° | 90° / 24° |
Fit scores use the reference profile (single, $6,700/mo gross, default weights). Green marks the better value per row.
Milwaukee, WI
St. Louis, MO