Head to head
Baltimore, MD vs Milwaukee, WI
Milwaukee is cheaper — estimated essentials for a single person run about $593/mo less, and living comfortably there takes roughly $12,500 less in annual salary (taxes included).
| Metric | Baltimore57 | Milwaukee60 |
|---|---|---|
| Est. monthly cost (single) | $3,953 | $3,360 |
| Salary for comfort | $73,500/yr | $61,000/yr |
| Typical rent | $1,560 | $1,160 |
| Median home value | $190,000 | $165,000 |
| Median household income | $56,000 | $49,000 |
| Unemployment | 3.9% | 3.7% |
| Housing score | 58 | 68 |
| Jobs score | 29 | 35 |
| Safety score | 9 | 22 |
| Climate score | 100 | 73 |
| Amenities score | 73 | 68 |
| Population | 570K | 570K |
| Summer high / winter low | 88° / 29° | 81° / 16° |
Fit scores use the reference profile (single, $6,700/mo gross, default weights). Green marks the better value per row.
Baltimore, MD
Milwaukee, WI