Appleton
City in Outagamie County, Wisconsin
Appleton is a city in Outagamie County, Wisconsin, with 75,644 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 791 ft (241 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Kimberly, 2.6 miles E.
- 75,644residents (2020 Census)
- 791 ftelevation · 241 m
- 25.7 sq miland area · 66.6 km²
- 2,943 / sq mipopulation density
- 54911main ZIP code (3 in total)
About Appleton
Appleton (Menominee: Ahkōnemeh) is a city in the U.S. state of Wisconsin. It is the county seat of Outagamie County, with small portions extending into Calumet and Winnebago counties. Located on the Fox River north of Lake Winnebago, it is 30 miles (48 km) southwest of Green Bay and 100 miles (160 km) north of Milwaukee. The city had a population of 75,644 at the 2020 census, making it the sixth-most populous city in Wisconsin. The Appleton metropolitan statistical area had 243,147 residents. Appleton is part of the broader Fox Cities region.
Appleton was founded in the mid-19th century and developed as an industrial and educational center; Lawrence University was established in 1847. Its economy was historically based on paper manufacturing and has since expanded to include retail and healthcare sectors, with major facilities including St. Elizabeth Hospital and ThedaCare Regional Medical Center–Appleton. The city serves as a cultural center for the Fox River Valley, home to the Fox Cities Performing Arts Center and the History Museum at the Castle, which features exhibits on local history and notable residents such as magician Harry Houdini. It also hosts regional events such as Octoberfest and the Mile of Music.
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Living in Appleton
- Median household income
- $80,483
- Median home value
- $231,400
- Median rent
- $1,030/mo
- Median age
- 37.5
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Appleton had 75,644 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 75,644 |
|---|---|
| Density | 2,943 per sq mi (1,136 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Appleton at a glance
| State | Wisconsin (WI) |
|---|---|
| County | Outagamie County |
| Type | City |
| Population | 75,644 (2020) |
| Land area | 25.71 sq mi (66.6 km²) |
| Water area | 0.50 sq mi (1.29 km²) |
| Elevation | 791 ft (241 m) |
| Coordinates | 44.2798° N, 88.3883° W |
| ZIP codes | 54911, 54136, 54915 |
| Official website | appleton.org |
| Census code (GEOID) | 5502375 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Appleton
- Kimberly2.6 mi E
- Little Chute3.4 mi E
- Combined Locks4.3 mi E
- Menasha5.0 mi S
- Fox Crossing5.9 mi SW
- Kaukauna6.2 mi E
- Harrison7.6 mi SE
- Greenville7.9 mi W
- Sherwood9.1 mi SE
- Neenah9.2 mi SW
- Wrightstown11.0 mi E
- Forest Junction12.6 mi E
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Frequently asked questions about Appleton
What county is Appleton in?
Appleton is in Outagamie County, Wisconsin.
What is the population of Appleton, WI?
75,644 people lived in Appleton at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Appleton, WI?
The main ZIP code is 54911. Other ZIP codes: 54136, 54915.
What is the elevation of Appleton?
791 feet (241 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Appleton?
Kimberly (2.6 mi), Little Chute (3.4 mi), Combined Locks (4.3 mi), Menasha (5.0 mi), Fox Crossing (5.9 mi).
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