Cost of Living: Forest park, GA vs Milwaukee, WI

Housing

The housing market plays a significant role in determining the cost of living.

Metric Forest park Milwaukee
Housing Index 94.5 95.0
Median Home Price $260,000 $206,000
Average Rent (2 BR Apartment) $1296 $1588
Average Rent (2 BR House) $1409 $1726

Housing Comparison: Forest park vs Milwaukee

  • In Forest park, the median home price is higher at $260,000, while in Milwaukee it is $206,000.
  • In Milwaukee, the rental for a two-bedroom apartment stands at $1,588, while it is $1,296 in Forest park.

Utilities

The cost of utilities such as electricity, natural gas, and other services can significantly impact the overall cost of living.

Metric Forest park Milwaukee
Electricity Price $15.53 $17.6
Natural Gas Price $27.53 $11.5
Other Utilities $226 $250

Utilities Comparison: Forest park vs Milwaukee

  • Milwaukee has higher electricity costs at $17.6 per kWh, versus $15.53 in Forest park.
  • Natural gas is more expensive in Forest park at $27.53 per unit, while it is cheaper at $11.5 in Milwaukee.
  • Milwaukee has higher utility expenses, averaging $250, while Forest park averages $226.