South Milwaukee SnackAbility
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Crime in South Milwaukee summary. We use data from the FBI to determine the crime rates in South Milwaukee. Key points include:
There were 294 total crimes in South Milwaukee in the last reporting year.
The overall crime rate per 100,000 people in South Milwaukee is 1,457.0 / 100k people.
The violent crime rate per 100,000 people in South Milwaukee is 158.6 / 100k people.
The property crime rate per 100,000 people in South Milwaukee is 1,298.4 / 100k people.
Overall, crime in South Milwaukee is -31.25% below the national average.
Total Crimes
Below National Average
Crime In South Milwaukee Comparison Table
| Statistic | Count Raw |
South Milwaukee / 100k People |
Wisconsin / 100k People |
National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 294 | 1,457.0 | 1,432.6 | 2,119.2 |
| Violent Crime | 32 | 158.6 | 278.5 | 359.0 |
| Murder | 1 | 5.0 | 4.2 | 5.0 |
| Robbery | 4 | 19.8 | 39.4 | 61.0 |
| Aggravated Assault | 23 | 114.0 | 200.1 | 256.0 |
| Property Crime | 262 | 1,298.4 | 1,154.1 | 1,760.0 |
| Burglary | 9 | 44.6 | 117.2 | 229.0 |
| Larceny | 240 | 1,189.4 | 875.6 | 1,272.0 |
| Car Theft | 13 | 64.4 | 161.3 | 259.0 |
Source: FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (2024)
Cost of living in South Milwaukee summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in South Milwaukee. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around Wisconsin. Key points include:
The cost of living in South Milwaukee is 94 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in South Milwaukee is 0.9x lower than the national average.
The median home value in South Milwaukee is $300,411.
The median income in South Milwaukee is $73,427.
South Milwaukee's Overall Cost Of Living
Lower Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In South Milwaukee Comparison Table
| Living Expense | South Milwaukee | Wisconsin | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 94 | 98 | 100 |
| Services | 101 | 98 | 100 |
| Groceries | 96 | 100 | 100 |
| Health | 94 | 91 | 100 |
| Housing | 101 | 99 | 100 |
| Transportation | 100 | 102 | 100 |
| Utilities | 98 | 100 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
South Milwaukee, WI Weather
The average high in South Milwaukee is 55.7° and the average low is 39.9°.
There are 69.1 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 34.5 inches of precipitation each year with 46.2 inches of snow.
| Stat | South Milwaukee |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 55.7 |
| Average Annual Low | 39.9 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 69.1 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 34.5 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 46.2 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
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South Milwaukee Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in South Milwaukee
The current population in South Milwaukee is 20,442. The population has decreased 2.5% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 20,442 | -0.5% |
| 2023 | 20,547 | -0.6% |
| 2022 | 20,678 | -0.5% |
| 2021 | 20,785 | -0.3% |
| 2020 | 20,857 | -0.5% |
| 2019 | 20,957 | -0.6% |
| 2018 | 21,089 | -0.5% |
| 2017 | 21,185 | -0.1% |
| 2016 | 21,197 | -0.2% |
| 2015 | 21,229 | 0.1% |
| 2014 | 21,210 | 0.2% |
| 2013 | 21,163 | 0.2% |
| 2012 | 21,119 | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 21,068 | 0.5% |
| 2010 | 20,971 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in South Milwaukee
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South Milwaukee is:
77.2% White with 15,790 White residents.
2.5% African American with 501 African American residents.
0.7% American Indian with 136 American Indian residents.
1.3% Asian with 265 Asian residents.
0.0% Hawaiian with 0 Hawaiian residents.
0.1% Other with 22 Other residents.
6.1% Two Or More with 1,239 Two Or More residents.
12.2% Hispanic with 2,489 Hispanic residents.
| Race | South Milwaukee | WI | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 77.2% | 78.6% | 57.4% |
| African American | 2.5% | 5.9% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 1.3% | 2.9% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.1% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 6.1% | 3.7% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 12.2% | 8.0% | 19.3% |
Gender in South Milwaukee
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South Milwaukee is 50.4% female with 10,301 female residents.
South Milwaukee is 49.6% male with 10,141 male residents.
| Gender | South Milwaukee | WI | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.4% | 49.9% | 50.5% |
| Male | 49.6% | 50.1% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in South Milwaukee for adults over 25
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2.0% of adults in South Milwaukee completed < 9th grade.
4.0% of adults in South Milwaukee completed 9-12th grade.
33.0% of adults in South Milwaukee completed high school / ged.
21.0% of adults in South Milwaukee completed some college.
10.0% of adults in South Milwaukee completed associate's degree.
22.0% of adults in South Milwaukee completed bachelor's degree.
6.0% of adults in South Milwaukee completed master's degree.
1.0% of adults in South Milwaukee completed professional degree.
1.0% of adults in South Milwaukee completed doctorate degree.
| Education | South Milwaukee | WI | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 2.0% | 4.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 4.0% | 4.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 33.0% | 29.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 21.0% | 19.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 10.0% | 11.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 22.0% | 22.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 6.0% | 8.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 1.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 1.0% | 1.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For South Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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3.7% of households in South Milwaukee earn Less than $10,000.
3.3% of households in South Milwaukee earn $10,000 to $14,999.
7.8% of households in South Milwaukee earn $15,000 to $24,999.
5.1% of households in South Milwaukee earn $25,000 to $34,999.
13.5% of households in South Milwaukee earn $35,000 to $49,999.
17.5% of households in South Milwaukee earn $50,000 to $74,999.
15.9% of households in South Milwaukee earn $75,000 to $99,999.
19.5% of households in South Milwaukee earn $100,000 to $149,999.
7.6% of households in South Milwaukee earn $150,000 to $199,999.
6.1% of households in South Milwaukee earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | South Milwaukee | WI | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 3.7% | 4.1% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 3.3% | 3.0% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 7.8% | 5.9% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 5.1% | 7.2% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 13.5% | 10.8% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 17.5% | 17.5% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 15.9% | 13.8% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 19.5% | 19.1% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 7.6% | 9.4% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 6.1% | 9.2% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
