City vs city
Madison, WI vs Milwaukee, WI
| Madison | Milwaukee | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 275,568 | 569,756 |
| Population growth (1 yr) | 2.6% | -0.6% |
| Median home value | $346,900 | $172,000 |
| Median rent | $1,364 | $1,033 |
| Household income | $76,983 | $51,888 |
| Unemployment | 2.7% | 5.9% |
| Bachelor's degree+ | 34% | 17% |
| State crime /100k | 1,277 | 1,277 |
Gold marks the better number on each line.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-year estimates (2023 vs 2022); FBI Crime Data Explorer (statewide).
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