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Old Appleton, MO

Missouri

Old Appleton is a small town in Missouri with a population of 80. Residents earn $75,625 per year, which is 1% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
80 Population 667/sq mi density
$75,625 Median Income $28,271 per capita
$101,400 Home Value
56°F Avg Temperature 254 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$75,625 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$101,400 home value
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,625
1% higher than US avg
Home Value $101,400
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.3%
66% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.4%
1% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.0%
60% lower than US avg

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

People

Population80
Median Age35.8 yrs
Density667/mi²
Male / Female66% / 34%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans57.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$75,625
Per Capita$28,271
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.0%
Commute51 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$101,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units34
Rent Burden27.9%

Health

Obesity32.4%
Uninsured7.5%
Smoking14.6%
Depression22.6%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain45.0 in/yr
Sunny Days254/yr
Elevation400 ft (122 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.3%
High School+98.1%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute51 min
Broadband31.0%

Is Old Appleton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Old Appleton receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Old Appleton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Old Appleton is $75,625, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 51 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Old Appleton is $101,400, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Old Appleton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 254 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.0 inches, including 5.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Old Appleton has a population of 80 with a density of 667 people per square mile. The median age is 35.8 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.3%), with 8.8% Hispanic.

Population

80
Total Population
667
People / sq mi
35.8yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 66.3%
Female 33.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Old Appleton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Old Appleton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Old Appleton is $75,625, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 51 minutes.

Income: Old Appleton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,625
1% above US avg
Per Capita Income$28,271

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.0%
60% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time51.0 min
Drive Alone76.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Old Appleton is $101,400, 64% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$101,400
64% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$732
1 Bedroom$775
2 Bedrooms$970
3 Bedrooms$1,265
4 Bedrooms$1,457

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied67.7%
Housing Units34
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

In Old Appleton, 32.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.5% of residents lack health insurance. 14.6% are current smokers. 22.6% report depression. 23.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.4%
1% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure30.2%
Asthma9.5%
COPD5.6%
Cancer6.4%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.6%
4% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.8%
Physical Inactivity23.1%
Depression22.6%
Mental Distress17.1%
Physical Distress11.7%
Short Sleep37.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate75.3%
Uninsured7.5%
13% below US avg
Checkup Rate72.6%
Dental Visits60.0%

Food & Exercise

Old Appleton has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.0 inches. The area enjoys 254 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average55.9°F
4% above US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days254 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.0 inches
18% above US avg
Snowfall5.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation400 ft (122 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density667/sq mi
Coordinates37.5973°N, 89.7129°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
11.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 31.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%
D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.3%
66% below US avg
High School+98.1%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.51
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density667/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access31.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute51.0 min
Drive Alone76.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.3%

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