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Appleton, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

Appleton is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 620. Residents earn $72,500 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
620 Population 254/sq mi density
$72,500 Median Income $46,800 per capita
$210,000 Home Value
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$72,500 median income, 14.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$210,000 home value
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,500
4% lower than US avg
Home Value $210,000
26% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.5%
84% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 14.0%
289% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.0%
21% higher than US avg

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

People

Population620
Median Age49.6 yrs
Density254/mi²
Male / Female49% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C+
Median Income$72,500
Per Capita$46,800
Unemployment14.0%
Poverty15.0%
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$210,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units275
Rent Burden16.7%

Health

Obesity26.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking8.9%
Depression4.1%

Climate

Avg TempN/A
Elevation112 ft (34 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.5%
High School+24.8%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute22 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Appleton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Appleton receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Appleton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Appleton is $72,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 14.0%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 15.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Appleton is $210,000, 26% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 24.8% have completed high school.

Appleton has a population of 620 with a density of 254 people per square mile. The median age is 49.6 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

620
Total Population
2021 Census
254
People / sq mi
49.6yrs
Median Age
28% above US avg
2.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Appleton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.4%
25% above US avg
Spanish0.8%
94% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Appleton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Appleton is $72,500, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 14.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Appleton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,500
4% below US avg
Per Capita Income$46,800

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment14.0%
289% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.0%
21% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.2 min
Drive Alone82.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Appleton is $210,000, 26% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$210,000
26% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden16.7%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.3%
Renter-Occupied10.9%
Housing Units275

Property Tax

In Appleton, 26.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.9% are current smokers. 4.1% report depression. 76.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.2%
18% below US avg
Diabetes5.5%
High Blood Pressure22.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.9%
36% below US avg
Binge Drinking10.0%
Physical Inactivity76.3%
Depression4.1%

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

5.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (84% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.5%
84% below US avg
High School+24.8%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density254/sq mi
Total Area2.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.2 min
Drive Alone82.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.7%

Nearby Cities

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