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Retirement Living In South Suburban Milwaukee - Wisconsin


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Area Description

South Suburban Milwaukee Wisconsin including Franklin, Oak Creek and the surrounding communities, sits along the western shore of Lake Michigan, adjacent to the city of Milwaukee and Waukesha County. The area offers a mix of suburban and rural lifestyles, which is removed but in very close proximity to the sports, shopping, culture, ethnic festivals and attractions of Milwaukee. Residents have access to big city entertainment venues, professional sports teams, vibrant cultural; outlets, museums and more without having to travel more than 5 minutes. At home, the two cities host numerous community parks, challenging golf courses, movie theaters, performing arts centers, community wide festivals, unique shopping venues, numerous restaurants and an array of cultural and historical offerings. Many of the communities are walkable with housing, shopping, health care and entertainment in close proximity.

Maintaining a healthy lifestyle is no problem in Oak Creek and Franklin, which are home to a number of high-quality healthcare providers. In additional to major medical providers, the area is well-equipped with a range of independent clinics and private physician practices in virtually every medial area.

Includes Cities/Towns: Franklin, Oak Creek.

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Things to Do, Recreation & Fitness


    The area offers a full range of activities for the physical and mental health of its residents.

Cultural Activities


As a close suburb of the greater Milwaukee area, we offer all of the amenities of a big city with the neighborhood, open spaces of the suburbs with the beauty of country living.

Public transportation


The area offers public transportation from many of its neighborhoods.

Medical Facilities


Excellent access to world-class medical care.


What Will The Climate And Weather Be Like If I Retire In South Suburban Milwaukee, Wisconsin?

For those of you that retire in South Suburban Milwaukee, you will enjoy warm summers, a cool fall, a cold winter and a temperate spring!

Winter temperatures are cold with averages in the mid 20's and highs in the low 30's. Nights are cold with lows in the mid 10's. You may have a few days below 0°. Expect some rainy days in the winter. Assume some snowy days in the Winter with a lot of days with snow remaining on the ground so you can enjoy some winter skiing!

If the weather in the spring is too cold for the outdoors, enjoy some indoor activities in South Suburban Milwaukee such as a movie, a visit to a museum, dining, nightlife or some shopping. Spring temperatures are cold with averages in the mid 40's and highs in the mid 50's. Nights are cold with lows in the mid 30's. Expect a lot of rainy days in the Spring, great for a day of shopping in South Suburban Milwaukee!

Summertime in South Suburban Milwaukee is a great time to enjoy your retirement with a day at the lake, an outdoor concert, a local festival or other outdoor activity! Summer temperatures are mild with averages in the low 70's and highs in the upper 70's. Nights are cool with lows in the low 60's. Humidity may feel "sticky" with muggy evenings. Expect some rainy days in the summer.

If you retire in South Suburban Milwaukee, you can look forward to fall weather activities such as biking on a bike path, hiking, enjoying a walking path and more! Fall temperatures are cool with averages in the low 50's and highs in the low 60's. Nights are cold with lows in the low 40's. Expect some rainy days in the fall.

Monthly Temperature Ranges

 Month  Low  Avg  High
 Jan  13 F°  21 F°  30 F°
 Feb  16 F°  25 F°  33 F°
 Mar  26 F°  35 F°  43 F°
 Apr  36 F°  46 F°  55 F°
 May  46 F°  56 F°  66 F°
 Jun  56 F°  67 F°  77 F°
 Jul  62 F°  72 F°  82 F°
 Aug  61 F°  71 F°  80 F°
 Sep  53 F°  63 F°  73 F°
 Oct  41 F°  51 F°  60 F°
 Nov  30 F°  38 F°  47 F°
 Dec  18 F°  26 F°  34 F°

Monthly Average # of Hot and Cold Days

 Month  Days Greater Than 90 F°  Days Less Than 32 F°  Days Less Than 0 F°
 Jan  0  30  5
 Feb  0  26  3
 Mar  0  24  0
 Apr  0  8  0
 May  0  1  0
 Jun  1  0  0
 Jul  3  0  0
 Aug  2  0  0
 Sep  1  0  0
 Oct  0  4  0
 Nov  0  17  0
 Dec  0  28  2

Rain & Humidity

 Month  Rainfall  Rainy Days  Humidity
 Jan  2 "  10  16 %
 Feb  2 "  9  19 %
 Mar  2 "  10  26 %
 Apr  4 "  11  34 %
 May  4 "  12  44 %
 Jun  4 "  11  55 %
 Jul  4 "  10  61 %
 Aug  4 "  10  61 %
 Sep  4 "  9  54 %
 Oct  3 "  11  41 %
 Nov  3 "  10  31 %
 Dec  2 "  11  20 %

Snow

 Month  Snowfall  Snow On Ground Days  Snowy Days
 Jan  13 "  21  8
 Feb  10 "  17  7
 Mar  7 "  7  5
 Apr  2 "  1  1
 May  0 "  0  0
 Jun  0 "  0  0
 Jul  0 "  0  0
 Aug  0 "  0  0
 Sep  0 "  0  0
 Oct  0 "  0  0
 Nov  2 "  1  2
 Dec  11 "  13  7


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Cost of Living for South Suburban Milwaukee, WI

South Suburban Milwaukee, Wisconsin cost of living for Housing, Healthcare, Transportation, Taxes, Utilities, etc.:

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Senior Housing Options

We offer the wide range of housing opportunities in a safe environment.

Senior Assistance in South Suburban Milwaukee, WI

South Suburban Milwaukee, Wisconsin offers the following assistance for seniors:
All services are available to seniors who require it.

What Job or Volunteer Opportunities Does South Suburban Milwaukee Offer For Retirees?

Excellent job and volunteer opportunities in a wide variety of facilities.

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