Median Age
40 Years
Largest Age Group
30-39 Years
Approximately 14% of Residents
Under 20
24%
Over 65
18%
Oak Creek, WI
Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,464
Population
35,499
Renter Mix
43% Rent
A southern Milwaukee suburb on the shore of Lake Michigan
Suburb
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Coastal
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Lake
Located along Lake Michigan's southwestern shore, Oak Creek combines suburban living with easy city access. This growing community features the popular Drexel Town Square, home to an outdoor amphitheater, seasonal farmers market, and local eateries. The rental market remains strong, with one-bedroom apartments averaging $1,450 per month, reflecting a 3.9% year-over-year increase, while two-bedroom units average $1,663 with a 2% annual rise.
Oak Creek offers both outdoor recreation and economic opportunities. Residents enjoy the Root River Parkway's hiking trails and the Oak Creek watershed's natural spaces. The community's business sector includes major employers like IKEA and Amazon's fulfillment center. Located adjacent to General Mitchell International Airport and with easy access to I-94 and I-41, Oak Creek provides convenient transportation options. Housing choices span from established neighborhoods near the original downtown to contemporary developments surrounding Drexel Town Square. The Oak Creek Historical Society preserves local heritage through five historic buildings, including the 1874 Town Hall and 1840s Hughes Cabin, while new development continues throughout the community.
Explore the City
Abendschein Community Park
Cudahy Nature Preserve has seating areas and picnic tables.
Lake Vista Park has multiple play options for children.
Henry Miller Park has benches nearby the lake.
The Parkway Park in Oak Creek is full of activity.
Oak Creek is located on the shores of lovely Lake Michigan.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$86,340
Average: $104,087
Education
10,307
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
20,549
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Oak Creek has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
43%
Non-Renters
57%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
26%
Other Education
74%
Rent Trends
As of June 2026, the average apartment rent in Oak Creek, WI is $1,410 for a studio, $1,465 for one bedroom, $1,740 for two bedrooms, and $2,393 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Oak Creek has increased by 1.6% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,465/month
779 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Oak Creek, WI is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
365 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
365 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
336 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
336 Students
Shepard Hills Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
431 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
533 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
533 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
945 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
945 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,168 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,168 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Jo-Don Farms
- Wehr Nature Center
- The Domes
- Boerner Botanical Gardens
- River Bend Nature Center
Airports
- General Mitchell International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.