Most Liberal, Conservative Milwaukee Suburbs In 2026

MILWAUKEE, WI — A new ranking offers an updated look at the political makeup of Milwaukee-area suburbs, using data from the most recent presidential election.

Niche analyzed suburbs across the Milwaukee metro area and categorized them by political leaning based on 2024 presidential election results compared to the national average.

The results show a divide between more liberal-leaning suburbs in and around Milwaukee County and more conservative communities in Waukesha and surrounding counties.

For a precinct-by-precinct breakdown, check out this interactive tool created by the New York Times.

Most Liberal Suburbs (By County)

Milwaukee County
Whitefish Bay
River Hills
Bayside
Fox Point
Shorewood
Wauwatosa
Glendale
Greendale
Franklin
Oak Creek
Hales Corners
Greenfield
Brown Deer
West Allis
St. Francis
South Milwaukee
Cudahy
West Milwaukee

Most Conservative Suburbs (By County)

Waukesha County
Elm Grove
Brookfield
Nashotah
Pewaukee City
Pewaukee Village
Sussex
Delafield
Hartland
New Berlin
Lannon
Oconomowoc
Merton
Summit
Okauchee Lake
Wales
North Prairie
Mukwonago
Dousman

Washington County
Menomonee Falls
Germantown
Richfield

Other Areas
Butler
Big Bend

Niche notes that its political rankings are based on how each suburb’s 2024 presidential election results compare to the national average, rather than raw vote totals alone.

You can explore the full rankings and see how your community compares on Niche’s website.