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2017 Best Suburbs to Live in MilwaukeeAbout this List

Explore the best suburbs to live in the U.S. based on crime, public schools, cost of living, job opportunities, and local amenities. Ranking based on data from the U.S. Census, FBI, BLS, CDC, and other sources. Read more on how this ranking was calculated.

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  1. Whitefish Bay

    • Suburb of Milwaukee, WI
    • 12
    1 Best Suburbs to Live in Milwaukee

    Niche User: This town, though not very diverse, is a great place to live! Raising children would be amazing due to the fact that the schools are the best in the area, and there are a few streets with some great shops and restaurants very close by.
    Read 12 Reviews

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    • A+
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    • 14,122 Population
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  2. Bayside

    • Suburb of Milwaukee, WI
    • 16
    2 Best Suburbs to Live in Milwaukee

    Niche User: The police are always around. They're always patrolling, always hanging out on corners, always making sure the neighborhood is safe. So few crimes happen here it's almost comical looking at the crimes that are reported in the area newspaper where there are counts of stolen chicken or of someone driving a little too fast.
    Read 16 Reviews

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    • 4,490 Population
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  3. Fox Point

    • Suburb of Milwaukee, WI
    • 6
    3 Best Suburbs to Live in Milwaukee

    Current Resident: Fox Point is a safe, relatively quiet suburb of Milwaukee. Very good schools, and a great place to raise a family.
    Read 6 Reviews

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    • 6,709 Population
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  5. Elm Grove

    • Suburb of Milwaukee, WI
    • 17
    4 Best Suburbs to Live in Milwaukee

    Current Resident: Elm Grove is a quiet village that is insulated from busy streets, fast food joints, strip malls, etc. I miss the sidewalks, streetlights, lake, diversity & liberal mindset of the east side, and we sometimes grumble about the lack of a great restaurant to grab a quick date night dinner... but I can't imagine leaving this little town. It is safe, the elementary school is phenomenal, and the village park is a hub for great events & activities. EG has a strong sense of community, and it's been a great place to raise a family.
    Read 17 Reviews

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    • 6,037 Population
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  6. River Hills

    • Suburb of Milwaukee, WI
    • 1
    5 Best Suburbs to Live in Milwaukee

    Current Resident: Medium sized community of upperclass families. Few families with children , mostly older retired couples.
    Read 1 Reviews

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    • 1,472 Population
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  7. Shorewood

    • Suburb of Milwaukee, WI
    • 30
    6 Best Suburbs to Live in Milwaukee

    Current Resident: Shorewood is a great location for families and young professionals. Minutes away from the lake, always quiet and clean. There are a number of new construction apartments around. The restaurants and grocery stores are aplenty. I love it.
    Read 30 Reviews

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    • 13,284 Population
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  10. Mequon

    • Suburb of Milwaukee, WI
    • 14
    7 Best Suburbs to Live in Milwaukee

    Current Resident: I've lived in Mequon my entire life and overall it has been a safe, trustworthy environment to live in. Although sidewalks are hard to come by, the small town itself has a homey feel while continually updating and adding exiting new places to venture to. The only downfall to the area itself is the lack of places to go for fun. As a teenager, movies and restaurants/coffeshops are great places to relax and meet up with friends but the lack of outdoor walking areas and small shops to browse on the weekend is a tad disappointing. All in all, Mequon will always be my home no matter where I am.
    Read 14 Reviews

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    • 23,494 Population
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  11. Brookfield

    • Suburb of Milwaukee, WI
    • 58
    8 Best Suburbs to Live in Milwaukee

    Current Resident: Brookfield is the true definition of education and safety. Regarding education, Brookfield students stand among the top students in the state and country. Our education system is incredible here, trust me as I was born and raised in Milwaukee. Brookfield is located on the boundary to New Berlin, one of the safest places in the United States (#72 of the safest places in the country). This is due to the boundaries between Milwaukee, Brookfield & New Berlin. Also, Brookfield is located directly near Elm Grove which is considered one of the most funded percentage wise of security and police forces.
    Read 58 Reviews

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    • 38,000 Population
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  12. Cedarburg

    • Suburb of Milwaukee, WI
    • 7
    9 Best Suburbs to Live in Milwaukee

    Current Resident: I love Cedarburg and many of the people who live in the town. It's a great and family friendly community and provides a great place for kids my age to have fun and enjoy their life. Although it tends to hold on to its historic age, it also grabs the attention of the current culture. However, I feel the the town tends to hold on to the historic side too much. I think that if the town would open up more to being a community that allowed more businesses to open up, the town would be better off and more open.
    Read 7 Reviews

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    • 11,508 Population
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  14. Merton

    • Suburb of Milwaukee, WI
    • 3
    10 Best Suburbs to Live in Milwaukee

    Current Resident: Great place to grow up. I was blessed to be from such an area full of hard working people and a focus on community. Not only is Merton safe but the school district is one of the best. Highly recommended.
    Read 3 Reviews

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    • 3,492 Population
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  15. Thiensville

    • Suburb of Milwaukee, WI
    • 12
    11 Best Suburbs to Live in Milwaukee

    Nearby Resident: I love Thiensville! It's such a cute little square mile and has the better Walgreens in it. I always feel safe walking around by myself (female).
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    • 3,203 Population
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  16. Wauwatosa

    • Suburb of Milwaukee, WI
    • 83
    12 Best Suburbs to Live in Milwaukee

    Former Resident: I loved growing up in Wauwatosa! Super friendly people, pretty diverse, close proximity to downtown Milwaukee (hello great shopping/restaurants/festivals), lots of lovely businesses and places to spend time with friends and family. Not to mention an overall great school district and nice public parks/ golf courses/ malls, etc.
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    • A
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    • 47,126 Population
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  19. Glendale

    • Suburb of Milwaukee, WI
    • 9
    13 Best Suburbs to Live in Milwaukee

    Current Resident: We have been living here for one year now, in the Clovernook neighborhood. I think the neighbors are very friendly and down-to-earth. People care for their homes and the common sounds of the neighborhood are children playing, parties and birds chirping. The schools in the area are terrific. My biggest complaint is with the speeders that I've witnessed in our area.

    Glendale, unlike Whitefish Bay and Shorewood, has decent-sized houses and lots, that are affordable and spaced out. Everyone in WFB and SW are right on top of each other, at a price 20-40% over Glendale's homes.
    Read 9 Reviews

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    • 12,914 Population
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  20. Pewaukee City

    • Suburb of Milwaukee, WI
    • 21
    14 Best Suburbs to Live in Milwaukee

    Current Resident: I've lived in Pewaukee ever since I was born. It's where my parents grew up as well. I'd say Pewaukee is a great place to raise a family. Everything is very close, and convenient. Also, everyone knows everyone so you can always depend on someone. Where ever you go it's almost guaranteed you'll see a familiar face.
    Read 21 Reviews

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    • A
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    • 13,784 Population
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  21. Nashotah

    • Suburb of Milwaukee, WI
    • 2
    15 Best Suburbs to Live in Milwaukee

    Current Resident: I have lived in Nashotah since I was two years old. I consider this community my home and I wouldn't trade it for the world! Nashotah runs deep in my veins and will forever hold a place in my heart.
    Read 2 Reviews

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    • 1,452 Population
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  22. Menomonee Falls

    • Suburb of Milwaukee, WI
    • 20
    16 Best Suburbs to Live in Milwaukee

    Current Resident: I have lived in Menomonee Falls for over 14 years, and have been through the education system here. The education is not as spectacular as it was when we moved, but the district does put a large focus on students earning college credits while still in high school. This is one of the safest places I have ever been, there are many bars, bowling alleys, and other night time activities. The cost of living is as affordable or expensive as you might want. There is a lack of diversity of race, but there is a large diversity in the activities of the people who live here. There's things to do for athletes, boy scouts, trading card game players, really anything you find interesting there is a group of people here with that interest.
    Read 20 Reviews

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    • 35,884 Population
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  23. Wales

    • Suburb of Milwaukee, WI
    • 9
    17 Best Suburbs to Live in Milwaukee

    Niche User: As far as I know we have had very little crimes in the area. I have not heard of any crimes involving breaking into homes or people being robbed. We have cops patrolling the area catching speeders and reckless drivers, mainly around the high school. The only concern that I have had in the 10 years of living in the area is vandalism on the high school which turned out to be intoxicated kids goofing around over the weekend.
    Read 9 Reviews

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    • 2,573 Population
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  26. Delafield

    • Suburb of Milwaukee, WI
    • 24
    18 Best Suburbs to Live in Milwaukee

    Former Resident: This is a quaint little town that is packed full with hidden gems to keep you busy. Take your pick for at the many different restaurants for delicious food. Then take a stroll down the town in the different shops and stop by the local coffee shop to keep your energy up. Nearby Cushing park is a great place to get all the kids energy out. Whether you rent a paddle boat, spend the day in the library you will have a charming, eventful day in the town of Delafield.
    Read 24 Reviews

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    • 7,168 Population
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  27. Grafton

    • Suburb of Milwaukee, WI
    • 10
    19 Best Suburbs to Live in Milwaukee

    Current Resident: Nice small town with loving people. This is a pretty well-off area with expensive homes and not too many small apartments available. There are not very many restaurants besides fast food/fast casual places. There a quite a few churches around to choose from, mostly Catholic and Lutheran. Very safe neighborhood with friendly cops that almost everybody knows. It seems as though there is a lot of development happening as of late. There is a Costco here and more and more businesses are popping up all over.
    Read 10 Reviews

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    • 11,535 Population
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  28. Hartland

    • Suburb of Milwaukee, WI
    • 15
    20 Best Suburbs to Live in Milwaukee

    Current Resident: Hartland is a great place to live! The public and parochial schools are some of the best in the state. Living in a location midway between two big cities leaves opportunities at your finger tips. There is a nice small town feel without feeling trapped. Overall Hartland is a wonderful location for any lifestyle!
    Read 15 Reviews

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    • A+
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    • 9,187 Population
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  29. Greendale

    • Suburb of Milwaukee, WI
    • 32
    21 Best Suburbs to Live in Milwaukee

    Current Resident: My neighborhood is nice and quiet. I've had no problems with any of my neighbors, and I really enjoy living where I do. The Greendale High School is a great school that holds many opportunities for its students, and the safety in our neighborhood is well taken care of; I've never had an issue. The nightlife is very quiet and peaceful, and there are many different people who live around and have different cultures and views.
    Read 32 Reviews

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    • A+
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    • 14,294 Population
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  30. Germantown

    • Suburb of Milwaukee, WI
    • 22
    22 Best Suburbs to Live in Milwaukee

    Niche User: Germantown is a great combination of being close to a major city (Milwaukee) and all the cultural opportunities that come with that, while also being a smaller community a great school system, parks, and local festivals. A short drive or bike ride finds you on country roads, and there are close-by paved bike trails that take you away from the city and noise when you need a break.
    Read 22 Reviews

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    • A
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    • 19,830 Population
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  32. Oconomowoc

    • Suburb of Milwaukee, WI
    • 52
    23 Best Suburbs to Live in Milwaukee

    Visitor: Oconomowoc is a lovely town situated in Wisconsin's Lake Country area. While I am not a resident, I do enjoy travelling there from my current home town just 45 minutes away. Oconomowoc has beautiful lakes, Victorian Era homes, a busy business district with lovely shops and restaurants. Even better is the sense of community. Arts are supported as well as local schools. I will also add that the area boasts two top hospitals within a short distance of each other. Please, take a ride into town from Milwaukee, Madison or the Southern border counties of Wisconsin. You'll be glad you did!
    Read 52 Reviews

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    • B+
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    • 16,111 Population
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  33. Franklin

    • Suburb of Milwaukee, WI
    • 72
    24 Best Suburbs to Live in Milwaukee

    Current Resident: The people of Franklin are very friendly. They have a solid school program that gives students a strong foundation to continue to pursue education and their life after. While the cost of living is higher than the surrounding areas, I have had an amazing experience growing up in Franklin and am confident that it is a great place to raise a family.
    Read 72 Reviews

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    • A+
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    • 36,103 Population
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  34. Wind Point

    • Suburb of Milwaukee, WI
    • 1
    25 Best Suburbs to Live in Milwaukee

    Niche User: This is a great suburban part of Racine county. My neighborhood provides a safe atmosphere with local police protection. There is a large pond and many trees and plants, so it is a pleasant place to live. For the future, I would like to see this neighborhood expand.
    Read 1 Reviews

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    • B-
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    • 1,749 Population
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