Appleton city, Wisconsin
Appleton city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Appleton city is a geographic entity located in Calumet County, Wisconsin. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 10,792. The land area covers 3.28 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 10,792 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 40.8 yrs | ±3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 4,655 | ±217 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 4,846 | ±248 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 4,655 | ±217 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 191 | ±93 |
| Median Home Value | $236,400 | ±$14,894 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,127 | ±$74 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $79,440 | ±$8,147 |
| Per Capita Income | $42,539 | ±$3,222 |
| Poverty Rate | 7.8% | ±3.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 850 | ±383 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.5% | ±2.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 6,043 | ±323 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 96.6% | ±6.4% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 75,344 (2024)
ID: 194227
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Municipal | Official Local Government |
Contact: MAYOR
100 N APPLETON ST, APPLETON WI 54911-4702
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GUS Population: 53,602 (2024)
ID: 115023
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: FINANCE DEPT
206 COURT ST, CHILTON WI 53014-1198
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Appleton | KG-05 | Appleton, WI | |
| Regular School Appleton | PK | Appleton, WI | |
| Alternative School Appleton | 09-12 | Appleton, WI | |
| Career and Technical School Appleton | 09-12 | Appleton, WI | |
| Regular School Appleton | 07-12 | Appleton, WI | |
| Special Education School Appleton | PK-12 | Appleton, WI | |
| Regular School Appleton | KG-05 | Appleton, WI | |
| Regular School Appleton | KG-05 | Appleton, WI | |
| Regular School Appleton | KG-08 | Appleton, WI | |
| Regular School Appleton | KG-05 | Appleton, WI |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 3 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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ASCENSION NE WISCONSIN - ST ELIZABETH CAMPUS
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Hospital | City address association | 1506 S ONEIDA ST, APPLETON, WI, 54915 |
(920) 738-2000
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Lawrence University
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College | 2.2 mi away | College Ave, Appleton, WI, 54911 |
9208327000
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APPLETON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.6 mi away | 200 N. APPLETON ST., APPLETON, WI, 54911 |
(920) 832-6170
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THEDACARE REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER - APPLETON INC
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Hospital | City address association | 1818 N MEADE ST, APPLETON, WI, 54911 |
(920) 731-4101
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The Salon Professional Academy-Appleton
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College | 4.6 mi away | 3355 W College Ave, Appleton, WI, 54914 |
92096804334
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KIMBERLY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.9 mi away | 515 W. KIMBERLY AVE., KIMBERLY, WI, 54136 |
(920) 788-7515
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Academy of Beauty Professionals
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College Vocational | 4.9 mi away | 525 Westhill Boulevard, Appleton, WI, 54914-5780 |
9208153375
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LITTLE CHUTE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.1 mi away | 625 GRAND AVE., LITTLE CHUTE, WI, 54140 |
(920) 788-7825
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Fox Valley Technical College
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College | 5.4 mi away | 1825 N Bluemound Dr, Appleton, WI, 54912-2277 |
9207355600
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ELISHA D. SMITH PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.5 mi away | 440 FIRST ST., MENASHA, WI, 54952 |
(920) 967-3660
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at APPLETON, WI US, located 4.3 miles from Appleton city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25.4° | 10.0° | 17.7° | 1.36" | 12.6" |
| February | 29.1° | 11.7° | 20.4° | 1.13" | 11.2" |
| March | 40.6° | 22.1° | 31.4° | 1.92" | 7.2" |
| April | 54.0° | 33.9° | 44.0° | 3.24" | 4.0" |
| May | 67.2° | 46.4° | 56.8° | 3.64" | 0.1" |
| June | 77.0° | 56.6° | 66.8° | 4.65" | 0.0" |
| July | 81.5° | 61.3° | 71.4° | 3.78" | 0.0" |
| August | 79.3° | 59.8° | 69.5° | 3.58" | 0.0" |
| September | 71.9° | 50.8° | 61.3° | 3.18" | 0.0" |
| October | 57.8° | 39.3° | 48.6° | 2.84" | 0.3" |
| November | 43.4° | 27.6° | 35.5° | 2.07" | 2.4" |
| December | 30.7° | 16.8° | 23.8° | 1.76" | 11.6" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kimberly village | Village | 2.6 mi | — |
| Appleton city | City | 3.1 mi | — |
| Menasha city | City | 3.3 mi | — |
| Combined Locks village | Village | 3.7 mi | — |
| Little Chute village | Village | 4.5 mi | — |
| Harrison village | Village | 4.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 5501502375. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.