Rental GuideWaukesha, WI

Waukesha rent data for:

Apartments for rent

Average Rent

$1,450

Year Over Year Change

-2%

$24

Rentals available, last 30 days

Rent ranges for Waukesha apartments

$3,001 - $3,001

$2,251 - $3,000

$1,501 - $2,250

$751 - $1,500

$0 - $750

$3,001 - $3,001

$2,251 - $3,000

$1,501 - $2,250

43%

$751 - $1,500

51%

$0 - $750

43%

51%

How has rent in Waukesha, WI changed in the last two years?

The average rent in Waukesha, WI, for rentals of all sizes and types, is $1,450, which is a 1.58% decrease year-over-year.

The monthly rent for 1-bedroom apartments in Waukesha, WI is about $1,300. The average rent for 2-bedroom apartments in Waukesha, WI is $1,520, and studios are about $1,095 per month.

See more Waukesha, WI rent data on our rent research page.

What are the K-12 schools in Waukesha, WI?

schools

11,855

students

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Who lives in Waukesha, WI?

Gender

49% Male

51% Female

Age Range

0-19

23%

20-34

24%

35-44

13%

45-64

24%

65+

14%

Language

English

88%

Spanish

Indo Euro

Asia Pac

Other

Education

No HS

High School

43%

Bachelor's

38%

Master's

Prof Degree

Doctorate

What is the household breakdown in Waukesha, WI?

Families

48% Families

52% Single

Property

43% Renters

57% Owners

Household Income

0-25k

15%

25-50k

23%

50-75k

17%

75-100k

14%

100-150k

16%

150k+

12%

How do residents get around Waukesha, WI?

Waukesha locals spend about 21 minutes commuting, and most drive to get to work. The best way to fly in or out of Waukesha is through General Mitchell International Airport, 18.49 miles away.

Walking

5/10

Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Cycling

5/10

More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Driving

9/10

Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Transit

3/10

There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Scores for Waukesha are calculated based on the proximity to and amount of infrastructure supporting each method of transportation.

What is the cost of living in Waukesha, WI?

The overall cost of living in Waukesha, WI is about the same as the national average, according to the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research. This is calculated by comparing several expenses, including food and basic necessities like energy and healthcare. When it comes to comparing these expenses to the rest of the country, in Waukesha you can expect groceries to cost more than the national average, and healthcare to cost more. Eggs run about $3.34 per carton, and milk $4.80. Regarding healthcare costs, a doctor’s visit could amount to $174 on average—but this will likely vary depending on several factors, including insurance and medical specialty.

CATEGORY	AVERAGE COST COMPARED TO NATIONAL AVERAGE
Goods & Services	2% lower
Groceries	1% higher
Utilities	6% lower
Transportation	3% higher
Health	5% higher

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Goods & Services