Head to head
Cincinnati, OH vs Milwaukee, WI
Cincinnati is cheaper — estimated essentials for a single person run about $72/mo less, and living comfortably there takes roughly $3,000 less in annual salary (taxes included).
| Metric | Cincinnati66 | Milwaukee60 |
|---|---|---|
| Est. monthly cost (single) | $3,288 | $3,360 |
| Salary for comfort | $58,000/yr | $61,000/yr |
| Typical rent | $1,120 | $1,160 |
| Median home value | $215,000 | $165,000 |
| Median household income | $50,000 | $49,000 |
| Unemployment | 3.6% | 3.7% |
| Housing score | 59 | 68 |
| Jobs score | 54 | 35 |
| Safety score | 25 | 22 |
| Climate score | 93 | 73 |
| Amenities score | 62 | 68 |
| Population | 311K | 570K |
| Summer high / winter low | 87° / 24° | 81° / 16° |
Fit scores use the reference profile (single, $6,700/mo gross, default weights). Green marks the better value per row.
Cincinnati, OH
Milwaukee, WI