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Milwaukee, Wisconsin is a bustling city known for its rich history, diverse population, and vibrant culture. With a population of over 592,000 people, Milwaukee offers a wide range of opportunities for residents, from job opportunities to outdoor recreation. However, like any city, there are also drawbacks and challenges that come with living in Milwaukee. To gain a better understanding of what it's like to live in this city, we will summarize and include excerpts from user reviews on BestPlaces.net.

According to user reviews on BestPlaces.net, living in Milwaukee has its pros and cons. One reviewer, John, mentions that Milwaukee offers a "great blend of big-city amenities and small-town charm." He also praises the city's affordable cost of living and strong job market. However, he also mentions the city's high crime rate and "harsh winters." Similarly, user Sarah notes that Milwaukee has "great food, entertainment, and sports" but mentions the "high property taxes" as a downside. Another user, Maria, talks about the city's diverse community, saying, "there is so much cultural diversity here, which I love." However, she also mentions that "the public transportation could be improved." Lastly, Mike mentions that Milwaukee has "amazing festivals and events" but also points out the "limited job opportunities in certain industries."

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Quality of life in Milwaukee - 11/28/2013
Hey...These people who are complaining about Milwaukee...Whoaa...There's so much you're not aware of...
Milwaukee is a beautiful, clean city with excellent city services of sanitation, snow - removal, leaf - removal, garage pick - up, etc. The hospitals and clinics in the Milwaukee area are world - class: second - to - none. The city itself is very, very beautiful, with one of the most extensive and gorgeous park systems in the country. The parks are clean and huge. The lakefront is lovely and extends north and southward for hundreds of miles. There are many very nice neighborhoods in the city with old, charming homes which go quickly if they are on the market.

The city has had a rennaisance in the past 20 years because living in the suburbs has become so expensive. The city is filled with churches everywhere. The MIlwaukee Symphony Orchestra and( Milwaukee Symphony Chorus )is a world - class resident orchestra which you can go to see without any parking Read More

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Climate - 3/16/2013
Very Cold!!!  Read More

Big City Living at Small Town Prices - 12/28/2012
Milwaukee is a reasonably priced place to live where there is a value on the quality of living.  Read More

Climate - 12/13/2012
Cold & Read More

Parking Nazis - 8/4/2012
Watch out! Parking Nazis will make you feel very unwelcome if you move Read More

2 high security deposits - 6/1/2012
I just dont understand why our sec. dep. here are the same as rent !?!?!? Lots of other states i've noticed only charge $100 or $200 for sec. dep. !!!!!!!! Not Read More

Great Arts & Culture town - 1/25/2012
Lots of theatre, music and art Read More

Cost - 1/16/2012
Too high. Looking at other cities, the comparison is Read More

Still an underappreciated gem - 11/8/2011
When over half a million people live in a city it may be hard to call it underappreciated, but I think Milwaukee fits that bill. We lived in MIlwaukee 30 years ago, first in St Francis and then in the North Avenue/Farwell area. Recently we revisited, and marveled both at the improvements to the downtown and at the overall availability of parks, shops, good restaurants, and on and on. Good job, Read More

cold - 8/22/2011
im a black man that has lived in wiscosin all my life and the weather here the best where else can you get four season in one day no where and fall is the best time around here i love snow im ready to relocate and the reason for that is becasue im board ive been to every thing here but im almost willing to stay if i cant find a place with the weather we have  Read More

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