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35 discussions from residents and visitors

Anna

What I wish I knew before living in Appleton

Hey folks, I've been here for 1 years and Crime rate is something to consider -Appleton sits at 275.6 per 100K. Poverty rate is 5.5%, which is pretty low. You can expect to pay around $957 for rent here. Median household income is $77,450, which feels about average for the area. With a population of...

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Grayson Taylor

First time home buyer in Appleton

Alright, I work in tech and Crime rate is something to consider -Appleton sits at 275.6 per 100K. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Am I overthinking this? Appreciate any input. It's not perfect, but the community is solid.

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Grayson Taylor

Honest thoughts on life in Appleton

Crime rate is something to consider -Appleton sits at 275.6 per 100K. With a population of 74,873, Appleton is a smaller city. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Has anyone dealt with this?

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Evan P.

Biggest downsides of living in Appleton?

OK so I'm retired and With a population of 74,873, Appleton is a smaller city. The unemployment rate is 2.7%, which is pretty low. The weather takes some getting used to. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The city has invested a lot in new development. It's changing fas...

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Hazel

Job hunting in Appleton -tips?

Hi all, I'm a nurse at the local hospital and You can expect to pay around $957 for rent here. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Does this match your experience? Thanks!

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sacramento_adam

Starting a business in Appleton?

Been meaning to ask this. I work in tech and Poverty rate is 5.5%, which is pretty low.

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Wesley James

What I wish I knew before living in Appleton

Curious what people think. I work in marketing and Rent is about $957/month for a decent place. The median home value here is around $211,500, which is actually reasonable. Homes are going for about $211,500 on average. Property taxes are high but you get good services. There's a growing tech scene ...

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Ariana Sanchez

Is Appleton worth it salary-wise?

OK so Median household income is $77,450, which feels about average for the area. The unemployment rate is 2.7%, which is pretty low. The weather takes some getting used to. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Thoughts? The weather takes some getting used to. There's a growing tech sc...

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Madeline Jones

Considering Appleton vs Pittsburgh -help me decide

OK so It's a a smaller city city with about 74,873 people. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. What neighborhoods would you suggest? Any help is appreciated. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Cost of living is definitely rising, b...

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Mia Clark

Honest thoughts on life in Appleton

I'm a 38-year-old chef and The unemployment rate is 2.7%, which is pretty low. The median home value here is around $211,500, which is actually reasonable. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Property taxes are high but you get good services. There's a real sense of community in certain nei...

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Ariana Sanchez

How is Appleton for outdoor activities?

Hey everyone, Born and raised here. It's a a smaller city city with about 74,873 people. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Traffic can be rough during rush h...

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Grace Thomas

Appleton job market vs Portland

So, I'm originally from Orlando and Rent is about $957/month for a decent place. Poverty rate is 5.5%, which is pretty low. The median home value here is around $211,500, which is actually reasonable. The weather takes some getting used to. The suburbs are where most families end up. Anyone in a sim...

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Benjamin C.

The good and bad of living in Appleton

Longtime lurker here, Average temperature is around 46--F, so expect cold winters. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting.

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Grace Thomas

Studio apartments in Appleton -options?

Curious what people think. Born and raised here. Poverty rate is 5.5%, which is pretty low. It's a a smaller city city with about 74,873 people. The unemployment rate is 2.7%, which is pretty low. You can expect to pay around $957 for rent here. The food scene here is surprisingly good. It's a very ...

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Evan P.

What surprised you most about Appleton?

Hey everyone, Been living here since 2007. Crime rate is something to consider -Appleton sits at 275.6 per 100K. Poverty rate is 5.5%, which is pretty low. You can expect to pay around $957 for rent here. The unemployment rate is 2.7%, which is pretty low. There's a growing tech scene which is excit...

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Benjamin C.

Considering Appleton vs Tucson -help me decide

Been meaning to ask this. I'm a remote worker and Average temperature is around 46--F, so expect cold winters. Crime rate is something to consider -Appleton sits at 275.6 per 100K. Homes are going for about $211,500 on average. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The suburbs ...

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Ariana Sanchez

Best restaurants in Appleton?

OK so I'm a college student here and Median household income is $77,450, which feels about average for the area. The unemployment rate is 2.7%, which is pretty low. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Has anyone dealt with this? People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-l...

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Grace Thomas

How is the nightlife in Appleton?

Hi all, Born and raised here. With a population of 74,873, Appleton is a smaller city. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much.

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Claire K.

Thinking about relocating to Appleton from Austin

Been meaning to ask this. My family moved here when I was a kid. Rent is about $957/month for a decent place. Homes are going for about $211,500 on average. The suburbs are where most families end up. The city has invested a lot in new development. Property taxes are high but you get good services. ...

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Audrey Gray

Commute times in Appleton -how bad?

Hello, Rent is about $957/month for a decent place. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly.

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Mia Clark

Appleton housing prices -when will it stop?

Alright, The median home value here is around $211,500, which is actually reasonable. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Should I be concerned?

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Piper

Studio apartments in Appleton -options?

Crime rate is something to consider -Appleton sits at 275.6 per 100K. The suburbs are where most families end up.

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Silas R.

Quick question about Appleton

Hey everyone, I grew up here but left for a while. It's a a smaller city city with about 74,873 people. The suburbs are where most families end up. Anyone in a similar situation? Thanks! The weather takes some getting used to.

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Claire Carter

Appleton housing prices -when will it stop?

Just moved here 6 months ago and Household incomes average around $77,450 in Appleton. Poverty rate is 5.5%, which is pretty low. Crime rate is something to consider -Appleton sits at 275.6 per 100K. Median household income is $77,450, which feels about average for the area. The unemployment rate is...

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Silas R.

Appleton in the winter -how bad?

Anyone else feel this way? We're a young couple and Average temperature is around 46--F, so expect cold winters. Median household income is $77,450, which feels about average for the area. Crime rate is something to consider -Appleton sits at 275.6 per 100K. The median home value here is around $211...

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Paisley R.

How are the schools in Appleton?

Been meaning to ask this. Median household income is $77,450, which feels about average for the area. Household incomes average around $77,450 in Appleton. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Any advice would be great. Any help is appreciat...

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Cooper G.

Just moved to Appleton, any tips?

First post here. I'm retired and You can expect to pay around $957 for rent here. Rent is about $957/month for a decent place. Average temperature is around 46--F, so expect cold winters. With a population of 74,873, Appleton is a smaller city. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Pu...

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Madeline Jones

Best kept secrets of Appleton, WI

Longtime lurker here, Rent is about $957/month for a decent place. Crime rate is something to consider -Appleton sits at 275.6 per 100K. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much.

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Grace Thomas

Is Appleton getting better or worse?

Hey everyone, Median household income is $77,450, which feels about average for the area. Is this normal for Appleton?

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