Cost of Living in Oak Creek, WI
Population: 36,473 • 2026 Data
$93,120
Median Household Income
+20% vs national
$1,397
Median Monthly Rent
+4% vs national
$305,100
Median Home Value
-10% vs national
0.8%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Oak Creek
The median home value in Oak Creek, WI is $305,100. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,397, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,462.
Rent-to-income ratio: 18.0%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Oak Creek, WI is $93,120. The unemployment rate stands at 0.8%, with a labor force of 21,118 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.