ElderCareCost

Elder Care Cost: Los Angeles, CA vs Milwaukee, WI (2026)

Milwaukee, WI assisted living runs $4,500/month — $1,700/month less than Los Angeles, CA's $6,200/month. That's $20,400/year.

Los Angeles, CA, CA

$6,200

assisted living/month

+$1,700 vs national avg

Milwaukee, WI, WI

$4,500

assisted living/month

+$0 vs national avg

Los Angeles, CA vs Milwaukee, WI — All Care Types

Monthly costs. Green = lower cost. National average shown for context.

Care Type Los Angeles, CA Milwaukee, WI
Assisted Living $6,200/mo $4,500/mo
Nursing Home (Private) $12,500/mo $9,900/mo
In-Home Aide $7,300/mo $5,400/mo
Memory Care $8,500/mo $6,300/mo
Adult Day Care $2,100/mo $1,550/mo

Source: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey. 2026 estimates.

Annual Cost Impact

For assisted living, Milwaukee, WI costs $54,000/year vs Los Angeles, CA's $74,400/year.

Monthly savings

$1,700

Annual savings

$20,400

2-year total savings

$40,800

% difference

38%

Savings = Los Angeles, CA cost minus Milwaukee, WI cost. Assisted living only.

Overall, Milwaukee, WI is more affordable — lower cost on 5 of 5 care types.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is elder care cheaper in Los Angeles, CA or Milwaukee, WI?

Milwaukee, WI has lower assisted living costs at $4,500/month vs. $6,200/month in Los Angeles, CA — a difference of $1,700/month ($20,400/year).

What types of elder care are compared here?

This page compares five common senior care types: assisted living, nursing home (private room), in-home aide (44 hrs/week), memory care, and adult day care. These cover the full range from part-time supervision to full residential skilled nursing care.

How do these cities compare to the national average?

The national average for assisted living is $4,500/month. Los Angeles, CA is $1,700 above the national average. Milwaukee, WI is $0 above the national average.