Wauwatosa City Property Records in Wisconsin
Wauwatosa is a city in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin, directly west of Milwaukee. Deeds, mortgages, liens and plats are filed with the Milwaukee County Register of Deeds at the Courthouse, which provides online searching and copies. Wauwatosa runs its own City of Wauwatosa Assessor's Office, whose records show assessed values, building details and sales data. Taxes are paid to the City of Wauwatosa Treasurer and, for delinquent accounts, the Milwaukee County Treasurer. Parcel maps are available from the county's Land Information Office. Assessment objections go to the Board of Review, and real estate litigation is handled by the Milwaukee County Circuit Court.
Wauwatosa Property and Community Statistics
What Are the Crime Rates
This section covers reported crime in Wauwatosa and shows the number of incidents recorded in each category. It is split into violent crimes, which include murder, robbery, and assault, and property crimes, which include total property crimes, burglary, and motor vehicle theft.
The data shows no murders, 23 robberies, and 67 assaults among the violent crimes. For property crimes, it shows 1,166 total property crimes, including 70 burglaries and 153 motor vehicle thefts.
Users can use these figures to see the number and types of crimes reported in Wauwatosa. The counts reflect reported incidents only and do not, on their own, explain why those incidents occurred or how they compare with other places.
What Is the Population Profile of Wauwatosa
Most residents of Wauwatosa are White, with 37,142 people making up 78% of the population. Black residents account for 7% (3,297 people) and Hispanic residents for 5% (2,485 people), making them the three largest groups along with White residents. The data also includes Asian residents at 5% (2,243 people), two or more races at 4% (2,137 people), other race at 0.44% (211 people), American Indian residents at 0.41% (196 people), and Pacific Islander residents at 0.01% (7 people).
Wauwatosa, Ratings Compared Across Wisconsin 
The ratings cover different aspects of life in Wauwatosa, with Good for Families receiving an A+ and Public Schools and Health & Fitness each receiving an A. Many other categories also received an A, including Access to Parks, Walkability, and Good for Retirees, while Nightlife, Commute, Access to Bars, and Jobs received an A-. Access to Restaurants, Diversity, and Housing received a B+, Cost of Living received a B-, and Weather received a C+. Together, these ratings provide an overview of key quality-of-life categories.
How Educated Is Wauwatosa
Wauwatosa's Education data shows residents' educational attainment, including Bachelor Degree (37%), Masters Degree (16%), and High School (14%). The data also includes Some College (11%), Associate Degree (7%), Doctorate (3%), and Below High School (2%).
When Were Homes Built
Wauwatosa's Home Age data shows when homes were built across different construction periods. Most homes were built during 1940 - 1959 (34%), followed by Before 1939 (29%) and 1960 - 1979 (19%). The data also includes 2000 - Present (10%) and 1980 - 1999 (7%).
How Many Bedrooms Do Homes Have?
Wauwatosa's Home Size data shows the distribution of homes by number of bedrooms. Most homes have 3 Bedrooms (38%), followed by 2 Bedrooms (28%) and 4 Bedrooms (14%). The data also includes 1 Bedroom (14%), 5 or More Bedrooms (3%), and No Bedrooms (3%).
What Is the Average Age
Wauwatosa's Population data shows the distribution of residents by age group. The largest groups are 65 Plus (18%), 25 - 34 (17%), and 35 - 44 (15%). The data also includes 45 - 54 (12%), 55 - 64 (11%), Under 10 (11%), 10 - 17 (10%), and 18 - 24 (6%).
Property Market Trends at Wauwatosa
Wauwatosa's property market remains strong, with the median home price reaching approximately $307,600. Suburban areas, however, offer more affordable housing options. The rental market is also competitive, with the median rent around $1,373 per month. Despite high demand and limited inventory, the market remains resilient, attracting both buyers and investors seeking long-term value in Wauwatosa's dynamic real estate landscape.