Appleton, WI
Full City Profile · Wisconsin · Outagamie County County
Appleton, WI
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 $77,450 , which is 3% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $48,093. The unemployment rate stands at 3.9% (8% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 5.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 6,053 business establishments, including 502 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Appleton is $211,500 , 25% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $305,667. Median rent is $957/month, with 24.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 94.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1971.
Safety & Crime
Appleton reports 206 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 46% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,374/100K. The murder rate is 2.7/100K.
Education
37.0% of adults in Appleton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (10% above the national average). 94.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Appleton has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.