Appleton, WI vs Forest Grove, OR
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
No universal winner
Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Appleton
77.6
#227 nationally
Forest Grove
66.1
#1584 nationally
Appleton leads in crime level (5.5 vs 9.2). Appleton leads in average commute (19.4 min vs 28.9 min). Appleton leads in cost of living index (94 vs 123).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Appleton, WI | Forest Grove, OR |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 77.6 (#227) | 66.1 (#1584) |
| Population | 74,719 | 26,799 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $309,058 | $526,407 |
| Median Household Income | $75,469 | $77,977 |
| Average Commute | 19.4 min | 28.9 min |
| Walk Score | 44 | 41 |
| Crime Level | 5.5 | 9.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 94 | 123 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+10.2 | D+34.0 |
C+
77.6 Score
Appleton, WI
Wisconsin community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$309,058
Population
74,719
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
44
Midwest
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D
66.1 Score
Forest Grove, OR
Small Oregon city with local appeal
Median Home
$526,407
Population
26,799
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
41
Pacific
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