Living in Waukesha County, Wisconsin

Waukesha County is a county in Wisconsin with a population of around 396,488, part of the Milwaukee-Waukesha-West Allis, WI MSA metro area. The main communities are Oconomowoc, Waukesha, New Berlin.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,607/month, above the national average, with a median home price of around $433K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 1.9%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings freezing winters (highs around 31°F) and warm summers (highs around 76°F). The area has tornado risk worth factoring into home insurance decisions.

Demographics

Waukesha County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 43 and a moderately educated workforce (44% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes lean Republican.