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Appleton, MN


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Appleton, Minnesota

Appleton, Minnesota, in Swift county, is 93 miles W of St. Cloud, Minnesota (center to center) and 135 miles W of Minneapolis, Minnesota. The city contains a population of approximately 2,871.

The People and Families of Appleton

In Appleton, about 23% of adults are married. If you enjoy solitude, you might enjoy living in Appleton, which is home to many people who live alone. Unmarried people abound in the city.

Approximately 32% of Appleton is non-white. The city offers a wonderful balance of many varieties of people.

Unlike most cities, Appleton has proportionately more males than females.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Appleton had a median family income of $40,313. In Appleton, there is a large number of singles who make a good living.

Political Inclinations

Political donors in Appleton favored John Kerry in the 2004 Presidential race, contributing $4,800. Among political parties, the Democratic party was tops in raising money in the city.

Crime and Safety

Crime isn't one of the big worries for most people in Appleton.

Appleton Housing

Appleton has, of course, a mix of various types of housing. Recently 65% of the livable housing units were owner-occupied. The city, among other things, is known as a good place for singles and couples to rent apartments. You can't avoid taxes, but at least in Appleton the property taxes tend to be lower than most.

Commuting

In Appleton, 87% of commuters drive to work. Be careful driving aroung the city -- lots of residents enjoy bicycling and walking there. How much would you give to shorten your commute? Appleton can boast better commuting than most places.

High Points

Appleton strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Minnesota):

CategoryTrophy
Well-Paid Single Men
(vs. Peers)
Top 2%trophyAppleton Well-Paid Single Men
Racial Diversity
(vs. State)
Top 2%trophyAppleton Racial Diversity
Short Commute Times
(vs. Peers)
Top 3%trophyAppleton Short Commute Times
Walking and Biking to Work
(vs. Peers)
Top 3%trophyAppleton Walking and Biking to Work
Affordability of Property Taxes
(vs. State)
Top 11%Appleton Affordability of Property Taxes

Comparative Profile of Appleton, MN

Comparing Appleton to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Minnesota (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Male Share of the Population1010
Well-Paid Single Men1010
Racial Diversity1010
Age of the Population66
Senior Citizens65
Children Under 5 Years Old11
Female Share of the Population11

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married11
Average Household Size11

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Median Family Income53
People in Middle Class or Better52
People Above Poverty42
College Educated Adults32

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Short Commute Times1010
Walking and Biking to Work1010
Working at Home75
Public Transportation Use54

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People Living Alone1010
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals98
Affordability of Property Taxes89
Affordability of Rents77
Seasonal and Vacation Housing67
Housing Recently Built32

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Low Property Crime79
Low Violent Crime77
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