Appleton, MN
Full City Profile · Minnesota · Big Stone County County
Appleton, MN
At a Glance
How Appleton Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Appleton's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Appleton a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Appleton residents earn a median household income of $40,117 , which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,251. The unemployment rate stands at 4.7% (31% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 10.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 221 business establishments, including 18 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Appleton is $71,300 , 75% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $89,258. Median rent is $682/month, with 31.8% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 98.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1958.
Safety & Crime
Appleton reports 147 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 61% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 74/100K.
Education
18.6% of adults in Appleton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below the national average). 92.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Appleton has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 27.4 inches.