Walkability (est.)
54
Somewhat Walkable
Safety Score
54
1,149 crimes/100K
Avg Commute
23.6 min
one way
Work from Home
11%
of workers
Commute Breakdown
Drive Alone: 70%
Public Transit: 7%
Work from Home: 11%
Other: 12%
Source: Census ACS 2022
Amenities
2,886
Restaurants (est.)
115
Parks (est.)
12
Hospitals (est.)
Estimated from Census County Business Patterns
Notable Neighborhoods
Third Ward
Historic warehouse district with Public Market and galleries
Bay View
Artsy south side neighborhood with Kinnickinnic Avenue dining
East Side
Brady Street nightlife with lakefront access and UWM campus
Walker's Point
Industrial-chic area with craft cocktail bars and 5th Street
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best neighborhoods in Milwaukee?
Popular neighborhoods in Milwaukee include Third Ward, Bay View, East Side, Walker's Point. Each offers a unique vibe from family-friendly to trendy dining districts.
What is the average commute time in Milwaukee?
The average commute in Milwaukee, WI is 23.6 minutes. 70% of workers drive alone, 7% use public transit, and 11% work from home (Census ACS 2022).
How safe is Milwaukee?
Milwaukee has a safety score of 54/100 based on FBI UCR 2022 data, with a violent crime rate of 1149 per 100,000 residents. This is about average for major US cities.
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Data sources: Census ACS 2022, FBI UCR 2022, Census CBP. Walkability estimated from Census population density. Amenity counts estimated from Census County Business Patterns.