The suburban community of South Milwaukee sits in Milwaukee County near the shores of Lake Michigan and contains 7 assisted living facilities. While monthly rates vary depending on amenities and services, recent survey data shows that the baseline monthly rate for care in 2024 hovers near $6,183. This price exceeds the Wisconsin median of $5,500 and the U.S. norm of $5,350.
On average, assisted living facilities in South Milwaukee garner a consumer satisfaction rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars stars. In our directory, we feature 1179 reviews reviews to help you understand this rating and compare local residential care options.
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5737 Erie St., Racine, WI 53402
4.0
(8 reviews)
"We toured The Woods of Caledonia. The gal, Kate, who did the tour, and everything was exceptionally good and she took us all over there. My sister and I both liked the place. The grounds and everything were beautiful and we liked the way things were ..."
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W240N6351 Maple Avenue, Sussex, WI 53089
3.8
(9 reviews)
"Our experience with Brookdale Sussex was very positive. It looked like it was a really nice community atmosphere for the residents there. They were in the middle of an activity when I was there, and Jennifer was really nice on the tour. The rooms wer..."
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660 Woelfel Road, Brookfield, WI 53045
3.8
(16 reviews)
"I toured Brookdale Brookfield Woelfel Road. It was very clean and very organized. The staff was very professional. They took the time to answer my questions and they gave me a nice tour. They had cards and games. The room looked nice and it had a goo..."
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S77W12929 Mcshane Dr, Muskego, WI 53150
3.8
(15 reviews)
"I like Tudor Oaks Senior Living Community. I think they have a lot of nice services to offer the residents. There wasn't a whole lot that I didn't like about them. The staff members are very nice and very knowledgeable. The facilities are clean. It g..."
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2330 S. 54th Street West Allis, West Allis, WI 53219
3.5
(29 reviews)
"I went to Aria at Mitchell Manor. The apartments were very nicely laid out. I was shown three apartments with different closet space and balcony space. The rooms are nice and spacious. The bathroom is very convenient for someone that could need help...."
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155 W. Sunnyview Drive, Oak Creek, WI 53154
3.5
(12 reviews)
"Cornerstone of Oak Creek is truly a one of a kind Assisted Living Facility! There holistic approach to life coaching skills is amazing!Residents here thrive on the care and atmosphere that they are provided each and every day. The Cornerstone and its..."
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4719 Kingdom Ct, Racine, WI 53402
3.4
(5 reviews)
"Thank you to the loving Willowgreen staff for caring for our family and going the extra mile. Getting information about care that is specific and meaningful is often very difficult. We are so happy with the way that you helped us to know what to do..."
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7400 W. Greenfield Ave, West Allis, WI 53214
3.3
(3 reviews)
"It was too small. They had nice people and they had a nice courtyard. It would have been nice and comfortable for somebody who doesn't want to have a bunch of people around. You can rent either a room of your own or a double room. They have little fl..."
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16100 W. Greenfield, Brookfield, WI 53005
3.3
(13 reviews)
"I toured Heartis Village Brookfield. They're very topnotch, very clean, very professional, and very well put together. The staff was very caring and very attentive. The facility was beautiful. It was new. It was well-maintained. It was large. It was ..."
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8765 W Forest Home Ave, Greenfield, WI 53228
3.2
(11 reviews)
"My relative has moved into The Villa of Greenfield. It's very nice and very clean. They give extra care to the people living there. They're thoughtful and considerate. They go the extra mile. It was very well kept. They have bingo and games. Over the..."
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W176N9430 Rivercrest, Menomonee Falls, WI 53051
3.1
(10 reviews)
"The care is great because the caregivers are great. There are tons of them that have been there forever. The food is GREAT considering their cooking for 46 people. What I loved to see was how many family members dine with their loved one daily! The s..."
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10441 South Nicholson Road, Oak Creek, WI 53154
3.0
(1 reviews)
"Elizabeth Residence has nice grounds, but it's an older place. The person that took me around was nice. It’s a small community -- only 18 patients -- and it was not the cleanest place either. The staff seemed to be hard at work, cordial, and maybe a ..."
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W150 N11127 Fond du Lac Ave., Germantown, WI 53022
2.5
(2 reviews)
"We are choosing Ellen's Home of Germantown South for my husband because it seemed like a good fit for him. It was more sparsely populated and there was more room for him since people weren't right on top of each other. The place was very neat and the..."
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1904 E Belleview Place, Milwaukee, WI 53211
2.5
(2 reviews)
"We went to visit Abundant Life Manor assisted living facility while in the area, searching for a place for our aunt to live. They graciously allowed us to take a tour, despite the fact that we did not have an appointment. We could immediately see t..."
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10995 N Market St, Mequon, WI 53092
2.0
(2 reviews)
"I toured Teal Shores Senior Living. It's a nice place. It's very clean. It's just that the memory care wing is pretty exclusive. The room that was available from my mom faced the courtyard that was just a bunch of swampy grass, and it was in the wron..."
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7927 W Bender Ave #1 - #4, Milwaukee, WI 53218
" The Right Way Family Home offers licensed Adult Foster Care Homes for aging and cognitively impaired adult residents. Our staff is comprise..."
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6024 18th Ave., Kenosha, WI 53140
"About Kindred Living of Kenosha by Majestic Residences At Kindred Living of Kenosha, nestled in the heart of Kenosha, Wisconsin, we belie..."
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8322 14th Ave, Kenosha, WI 53143
"Azalea Place offers assisted living and behavioral health care support for seniors in the Kenosha area. Our warm, welcoming assisted living..."
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7932 W Bender Ave #1 - #4, Milwaukee, WI 53218
" The Right Way Family Home offers licensed Adult Foster Care Homes for aging and cognitively impaired adult residents. Our staff is comprise..."
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6606 S. Crane Dr., Oak Creek, WI 53154
"Our address is 6606 S. Crane Dr. in Oak Creek Wisconsin. Our home is nestled in a quiet residential neighborhood. We have a large deck to en..."
READ MOREAccording to the 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, South Milwaukee’s assisted living residents pay about $6,183 per month, which exceeds the state median of $5,500 and the national norm of $5,350. While rates in Fond du Lac trend higher at around $6,800, other cities in the region offer competitively priced care. For example, in Madison, monthly fees run lower at roughly $5,973.
South Milwaukee
$6,183
Wisconsin
$5,500
The United States
$5,350
Fond du Lac
$6,800
Racine
$6,100
Madison
$5,973
Janesville
$6,044
South Milwaukee seniors who are frail and low-income may be able to receive help paying for services received in assisted living through the Family Care and Personal Care programs, although the services covered are limited.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Wisconsin page.
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Wisconsin page.
In South Milwaukee, assisted living communities set monthly fees near $6,183. This rate falls about $300 below the cost of home health care and comes in at nearly half the price of nursing home care, which hovers near $12,197 for semi-private rooms. However, seniors pay lower fees of approximately $4,767 for in-home care.
In-Home Care
$4,767
Home Health Care
$6,483
Assisted Living Facility
$6,183
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$12,197
Note: Since data for South Milwaukee is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Milwaukee, instead.
Finding the right assisted living facility in South Milwaukee is easier with professional help from information specialists, options counselors and long-term care advocates. The following table features local nonprofit programs and agencies that help seniors navigate their care options, apply for public benefits that can help pay for services and connect with social and recreational programming in the community.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Grobschmidt Senior Center | (414) 768-8045 | The local senior center has a variety of educational, cultural, social and recreational programs for older adults in the South Milwaukee region. It hosts daily congregate meals, which individuals can sign up for in-person or over the phone. |
| Milwaukee County Department on Aging | (414) 289-6874 | The Milwaukee County Department on Aging administers a range of programs and services to South Milwaukee residents aged 60 and over. It hosts online Medicare classes to help older adults understand their health insurance benefits, choose the right Medicare Advantage or Medigap plan and resolve issues related to denied claims. It also houses the region’s long-term care ombudsman program, which protects the rights of those in residential care. |
| Milwaukee Regional Office | (800) 698-2411 | The Milwaukee VA Regional Office provides benefits counseling to older veterans and their spouses or survivors in South Milwaukee and the surrounding region. At this location, individuals are screened for eligibility for VA health insurance, medical care, counseling services and emergency financial assistance. The office can also help veterans apply for pension programs and Aid and Attendance or determine eligibility for veterans’ home placement, which can help control out-of-pocket care costs. |
| Legal Aid Society of Milwaukee | (414) 727-5300 | The Legal Aid Society of Milwaukee provides free civil legal advice and assistance to those aged 50 and over. Its legal professionals help seniors access public benefits that may help cover assisted living, such as Medicaid, Social Security and Supplemental Security Income. It can also help older adults address issues related to the quality of care in assisted living facilities. |
| Retired & Senior Volunteer Program | (414) 488-6500 | RSVP has volunteer opportunities for those aged 55 and over in the South Milwaukee region. Through this program, older adults participate in pen pal programs, classroom tutoring and the Intergenerational Heritage Fair. They can also serve their community through food pantry support or as greeters and ushers at performing arts venues. |
South Milwaukee-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in Wisconsin are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Wisconsin page for more information about these laws.
Assisted Living
Kaye
5.0
Review of Franciscan Villa
I will be moving into Franciscan Villa. It's very beautiful, clean, and very nice. The room is ready to move in and very clean. The staff during the tour was very personable and nice. The dining...
Provider response
Hi Kaye! Thank you so much for your wonderful review of Franciscan Villa. We're thrilled to hear that you found our community beautiful, clean, and welcoming. Our team takes pride in providing...
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Reviewer RC#0521d
4.0
Review of Trustwell Living at Oak Creek Place
Mom was a past resident of Oak Creek Place. The dining room, the apartments, and the common areas were beautiful. It had a nice patio that was accessible to all residents directly off the dining...
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Mary
5.0
Review of Trustwell Living at Oak Creek Place
I visited Oak Creek Place. First, I was greeted by the woman in charge. Her name was Alison, and she was very friendly. She gave me a lot of information. We did take a tour of the facility. The...
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