What are the schools like in Elm Grove, WI?

Elm Grove is served primarily by Elmbrook School District. The district operates 5 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 3 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 15.7:1.

What is the median household income in Elm Grove?

The median household income in Elm Grove, WI is $126,996 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 0.9%.

What is the weather like in Elm Grove, WI?

Elm Grove has an average high temperature of 29.7°F in January and 82.8°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.8 inches and annual snowfall averages 39.5 inches.

Elm Grove, WI Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Elm Grove, WI affordable or expensive?

Elm Grove's cost of living index is 96, where 100 represents the national average. This means Elm Grove is 4% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $433,300 and the median rent is $1,424 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Elm Grove, WI?

Elm Grove has a violent crime rate of 60.4 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 691.0 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Elm Grove, WI a Good Place to Live?

Elm Grove is a small town of 6,445 in Wisconsin, with a median household income of $126,996 and a 0.9% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 96 (US average = 100), which is 4% below the national average.

Strengths: Elm Grove stands out for an affordable cost of living, solid school ratings (A), a well-educated population, short average commutes.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include high home prices. Whether Elm Grove is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Elm Grove city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 95.5

Elm Grove's overall cost of living index is 95.5, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Elm Grove costs roughly 4% less than the average American city.

Metric	Elm Grove, WI	National Avg
Median Home Value	$433,300	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,424	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	89.2%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$126,996	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Elm Grove's violent crime rate is 60.4 per 100,000 residents — 84% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

60.4 /100k

Property Crime

691.0 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Elm Grove is served primarily by Elmbrook School District. The student-to-teacher ratio is 15.7:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Elm Grove, WI	National Avg
School District	Elmbrook School District	—
Elementary Schools	5	—
Middle Schools	2	—
High Schools	3	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	15.7:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	65.9%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	98.9%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Elm Grove sees average highs of 29.7°F in January and 82.8°F in July, with 33.8 inches of annual precipitation and 39.5 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Elm Grove, WI
Average High — January	29.7°F
Average High — July	82.8°F
Annual Precipitation	33.8"
Annual Snowfall	39.5"

Demographics

Metric	Elm Grove, WI	National Avg
Population	6,445	—
Median Age	42.7	38.9
Unemployment Rate	0.9%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	22.2 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	88.8%	59.3%
Black or African American	3.2%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	2.0%	18.9%
Asian	3.9%	6.3%
Under 18	26.4%	22.2%
65 and over	21.3%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Elm Grove

Elm Grove, WI is covered by 1 ZIP code:

53122

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Elm Grove, WI affordable or expensive?

Elm Grove's cost of living index is 96, where 100 is the national average. That makes Elm Grove roughly 4% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $433,300 and median rent is $1,424/month.

What is the crime rate in Elm Grove, WI?

Elm Grove's violent crime rate is 60.4 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 691.0 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Elm Grove?

Public schools in Elm Grove are operated by Elmbrook School District. The district has 5 elementary, 2 middle, and 3 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 15.7:1. 65.9% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Elm Grove, WI a good place to live?

Elm Grove, WI has a population of 6,445, a median household income of $126,996, and an unemployment rate of 0.9%. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Elm Grove?

Elm Grove averages 29.7°F in January and 82.8°F in July. Annual rainfall is 33.8 inches with about 39.5 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Elm Grove?

Elm Grove, WI is covered by 1 ZIP code: 53122.

What is the population of Elm Grove?

The population of Elm Grove, Wisconsin is 6,445 with a median age of 42.7. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Elm Grove?

Key numbers for living in Elm Grove: cost of living index 96 (100 = US average), median home $433,300, median household income $126,996, crime index 23 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Elm Grove side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.