Appleton

Appleton, Wisconsin Overview

Appleton scores 57.1/100 overall (B+), ranking #8 of 20 cities in Wisconsin — below the state composite of 65.2. Safety is the city’s relative strength at 79/100, while Outdoor Access lags at 24/100.

Income & Employment in Appleton

The median household income in Appleton is $73,449, 1% above the statewide median of $72,458. The local unemployment rate of 2.7% is lower than the state’s 3%. Population grew 0.3% recently.

Safety in Appleton

Appleton reports 276 violent crimes per 100,000, roughly in line with the statewide rate of 295 per 100,000. The property crime rate is 1421.8 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Appleton

Appleton has a cost of living index of 93.6 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly below the national benchmark. The median home value is $211,500. Median monthly rent is $957. Renters spend 15.6% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Appleton

The adult obesity rate in Appleton is 36.3%, above the national average and a factor in the city’s health profile. The diabetes prevalence rate is 10%. Residents report an average of 16 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Wisconsin ranks #25 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Appleton

Appleton has a high school graduation rate of 89.6%. The student-teacher ratio is 14.7:1. Per-pupil spending is $13,005. The city has 37 public schools serving 16,178 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Appleton

The annual average temperature in Appleton is 51.4°F. Summers average 71°F. Winters average 32.7°F. Annual precipitation is 38.3 inches. The average commute of 17.5 minutes is notably short.

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