Springfield, Missouri vs. Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Milwaukee, Wisconsin is 3.5% more expensive than Springfield, Missouri.

You would need a salary of $27,999 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin to maintain the standard of living you have in Springfield, Missouri.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Milwaukee, Wisconsin is more expensive than Springfield, Missouri
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
54% more expensive in Milwaukee
than in Springfield, Missouri
Springfield, MO vs. Milwaukee, WI
Compared to Springfield, Milwaukee is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.5% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  1.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  10.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.9% higher
  Commute
  23.0% higher
  Health
  7.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.3% higher