Older adults make up around 10.5% of Milwaukee’s 577,222 residents, which is low by national standards but doesn’t reflect the city’s genuine appeal to older residents or its conscious efforts to provide them with plenty of life-enriching opportunities. The below-average cost of living and numerous medical facilities also help make Milwaukee a senior-friendly city.
Assisted living is a form of senior care suitable for people who need help with everyday tasks, such as getting in and out of bed, cooking meals and bathing. Its many benefits include being cared for 24/7 by trained caregivers and socializing daily with other seniors in safe and comfortable communities. The 2021 Genworth Cost of Care Survey found that the average monthly fee for assisted living in Milwaukee is $5,324, above the state and national averages but not Wisconsin’s costliest city.
This guide considers the average costs for assisted living in Milwaukee and the surrounding region, including typical fees for other types of senior care. It also reviews the pros and cons of living in the city and lists several local resources that can make life more comfortable for its seniors.