Median Income $42,212

44% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 46.7%

45% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 24.6%

98% higher than US avg

How Appleton Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population145

Median Age36.4 yrs

Density28/mi²

Male / Female31% / 69%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans89.0%

Economy

C+

Median Income$42,212

Per Capita$23,996

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty24.6%

County GDP$1,016M

Commute34 min

Health

Obesity46.7%

Uninsured13.3%

Smoking20.8%

Depression27.6%

Heart Disease7.1%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain51.2 in/yr

Sunny Days301/yr

Elevation546 ft (166 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+0.0%

High School+100.0%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%

Commute34 min

Broadband69.0%

Libraries2

Is Appleton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Appleton receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Appleton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Appleton is $42,212, 44% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 24.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Appleton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 51.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Appleton has a population of 145 with a density of 28 people per square mile. The median age is 36.4 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

145

Total Population

People / sq mi

36.4yrs

Median Age

6% below US avg

5.2mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 31%

Female 69%

Race & Ethnicity

Appleton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Appleton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Appleton is $42,212, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 24.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Appleton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$42,212
	44% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$23,996
Avg Weekly Wage	$954
IRS Avg AGI	$59,901

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	24.6%
	98% above US avg
Establishments (County)	499
County GDP	$1,016M

Business (County)

Restaurants	38
Healthcare	50
Retail	75
Manufacturing	22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$1,868
	47% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	33.9 min
Drive Alone	83.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

In Appleton, 46.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 13.3% of residents lack health insurance. 20.8% are current smokers. 27.6% report depression. 36.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Appleton vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	46.7%
	45% above US avg
Diabetes	11.9%
Heart Disease	7.1%
High Blood Pressure	37.1%
Asthma	11.8%
COPD	10.0%
Cancer	7.3%
Stroke	3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	20.8%
	49% above US avg
Binge Drinking	15.7%
Physical Inactivity	36.7%
Depression	27.6%
Mental Distress	22.5%
Physical Distress	17.3%
Short Sleep	39.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	100.0%
Uninsured	13.3%
	55% above US avg
Checkup Rate	74.5%
Dental Visits	47.7%
Premature Death	12,472/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	5.8/10
Exercise Access	45.7%
Healthcare Facilities	50

Appleton has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.2 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)

Annual Average	61.1°F
	13% above US avg
January Average	40°F (4°C)
July Average	82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days	301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	51.2 inches
	35% above US avg
Snowfall	2.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	546 ft (166 m)
Area	5.2 sq mi (13.3 km²)
Population Density	28/sq mi
Coordinates	35.4108°N, 92.8753°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	05029

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 40.3-point margin. 69.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69%

D 28.7%

Winner: Republican by 40.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	0.0%
	100% below US avg
High School+	100.0%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	4.91

A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6	Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density	28/sq mi
Total Area	5.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	69.0%
Public Libraries	2
Healthcare Facilities	50
Restaurants	38
Retail Stores	75

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	33.9 min
Drive Alone	83.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Appleton, AR

How Appleton Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Economy

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Appleton a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Appleton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Appleton vs U.S. Average

Income: Appleton vs U.S.

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

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Walkability

Health Metrics: Appleton vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

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Commute & Transportation

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