What are the schools like in Mukwonago, WI?

Mukwonago is served primarily by Mukwonago School District. The district operates 6 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 15.1:1.

What is the median household income in Mukwonago?

The median household income in Mukwonago, WI is $91,827 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 4.9%.

What is the weather like in Mukwonago, WI?

Mukwonago has an average high temperature of 28.8°F in January and 82.0°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.7 inches and annual snowfall averages 36.9 inches.

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

Q: Is Mukwonago, WI affordable or expensive?

Mukwonago's cost of living index is 96, where 100 represents the national average. This means Mukwonago is 4% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $305,900 and the median rent is $1,083 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Mukwonago, WI?

Mukwonago has a violent crime rate of 105.0 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 1167.1 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Mukwonago, WI a Good Place to Live?

Mukwonago is a small town of 8,311 in Wisconsin, with a median household income of $91,827 and a 4.9% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 96 (US average = 100), which is 4% below the national average.

Strengths: Mukwonago stands out for an affordable cost of living, lower-than-average crime, solid school ratings (B+), a well-educated population.

Trade-offs: No major red flags stand out in the available data. Whether Mukwonago is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Mukwonago 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

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

Metric	Mukwonago, WI	National Avg
Median Home Value	$305,900	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,083	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	71.8%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$91,827	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Mukwonago's violent crime rate is 105.0 per 100,000 residents — 72% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

105.0 /100k

Property Crime

1167.1 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Mukwonago is served primarily by Mukwonago School District. The student-to-teacher ratio is 15.1:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Mukwonago, WI	National Avg
School District	Mukwonago School District	—
Elementary Schools	6	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	15.1:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	37.3%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	96.5%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Mukwonago sees average highs of 28.8°F in January and 82.0°F in July, with 36.7 inches of annual precipitation and 36.9 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Mukwonago, WI
Average High — January	28.8°F
Average High — July	82.0°F
Annual Precipitation	36.7"
Annual Snowfall	36.9"

Demographics

Metric	Mukwonago, WI	National Avg
Population	8,311	—
Median Age	39.7	38.9
Unemployment Rate	4.9%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	27.7 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	87.7%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.1%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	6.0%	18.9%
Asian	3.8%	6.3%
Under 18	24.0%	22.2%
65 and over	15.4%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Mukwonago

Mukwonago, WI is covered by 1 ZIP code:

53149

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mukwonago, WI affordable or expensive?

Mukwonago's cost of living index is 96, where 100 is the national average. That makes Mukwonago roughly 4% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $305,900 and median rent is $1,083/month.

What is the crime rate in Mukwonago, WI?

Mukwonago's violent crime rate is 105.0 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 1167.1 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Mukwonago?

Public schools in Mukwonago are operated by Mukwonago School District. The district has 6 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 15.1:1. 37.3% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Mukwonago, WI a good place to live?

Mukwonago, WI has a population of 8,311, a median household income of $91,827, and an unemployment rate of 4.9%. 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 Mukwonago?

Mukwonago averages 28.8°F in January and 82.0°F in July. Annual rainfall is 36.7 inches with about 36.9 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Mukwonago?

Mukwonago, WI is covered by 1 ZIP code: 53149.

What is the population of Mukwonago?

The population of Mukwonago, Wisconsin is 8,311 with a median age of 39.7. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Mukwonago?

Key numbers for living in Mukwonago: cost of living index 96 (100 = US average), median home $305,900, median household income $91,827, crime index 39 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Mukwonago side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.