Appleton

WI

Outagamie County, Wisconsin

Population 193K |Median income $85,069 |2 hospitals

Population
192,826
Outagamie County
Median Income
$85,069
+25% vs avg
Median Home Value
$267,300
+17% vs avg
Median Age
38.9
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
193K+8%
Median Income
$85,069+46%
Median Home Value
$267,300+72%
Poverty Rate
6.3%-28%
Unemployment
2.7%-51%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,057/mo
Poverty Rate
6.3% -56% vs avg
Unemployment 2.7%
Bachelor's Degree+ 32.7%
Work From Home 11.5%
Public Transit 0.5%

Population

White 85.8%
Asian 3.7%
Two or More Ethnicities 3.6%
African American 1.6%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
36.6%
High Blood Pressure
33.3%
Short Sleep Duration
32.1%
Physical Inactivity
25.6%
Binge Drinking
21.6%
Frequent Mental Distress
15.5%
Current Smoking
12.7%
Frequent Physical Distress
12.3%
Current Asthma
10.6%
Diabetes
10.3%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 67.5%
Annual Checkup 78.7%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
7.1%
Coronary Heart Disease
6%
Stroke
3%

Hospitals 2 total

Rating Distribution
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2
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0
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Average Rating
4/5
Total Hospitals
2
With ER
2
ASCENSION NE WISCONSIN - ST ELIZABETH CAMPUS
APPLETON · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆
THEDACARE REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER - APPLETON INC
APPLETON · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆

Alerts & News — Appleton Area 6

Weather Warnings high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Sydney and Wollondilly/Wingecarribee: Flash Flooding and Large Hail Possible

BOM · 1h ago
Weather Warnings high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Darwin, Litchfield, and Palmerston: Heavy Rainfall and Flash Flooding Possible

BOM · 12h ago
Weather Alerts high

Heavy Freezing Spray Warning Issued for Lake Superior Near Minnesota and Wisconsin

NOAA · 13h ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Lake Erie Waters from The Islands to Willowick

NOAA · 1d ago
Flood Warnings high

Flood Warning Issued for Bourne Valley and The Winterbournes in Hampshire and Wiltshire

Environment Agency · 1d ago
Weather Alerts

Yellow Wind Warning Issued for M.D. of Willow Creek Near Claresholm and Stavely

ECCC · 1d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Appleton, WI? ▼
Appleton, WI has a population of 192,826 people, located in Outagamie County, Wisconsin.
What is the median household income in Appleton? ▼
The median household income in Appleton, WI is $85,069 per year. The poverty rate is 6.3%.
What is the median home value in Appleton? ▼
The median home value in Appleton, WI is $267,300. Median rent is $1,057/month.
What are the top health concerns in Appleton? ▼
The top health indicators in Appleton include Obesity (36.6%), High Blood Pressure (33.3%), Short Sleep Duration (32.1%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Appleton? ▼
Appleton has 2 hospitals with an average rating of 4/5 stars. 2 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Appleton? ▼
The median age in Appleton, WI is 38.9 years. 32.7% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Appleton, WI is located in Outagamie County, Wisconsin. With a population of 193K and a median household income of $85,069, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 2 hospitals with an average rating of 4/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Appleton area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Outagamie County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.