Appleton, WI vs Oakdale, MN
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
Oakdale
73
#800 nationally
Appleton leads in walk score (44 vs 21). Appleton leads in average commute (19.4 min vs 24.2 min). Oakdale leads in median household income ($86,003 vs $75,469).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Appleton, WI | Oakdale, MN |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 77.6 (#227) | 73 (#800) |
| Population | 74,719 | 28,226 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $309,058 | $360,617 |
| Median Household Income | $75,469 | $86,003 |
| Average Commute | 19.4 min | 24.2 min |
| Walk Score | 44 | 21 |
| Crime Level | 5.5 | 5.0 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 94 | 107 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+10.2 | D+8.9 |
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
View Appleton, WI →
C
73 Score
Oakdale, MN
Small Minnesota city with local appeal
Median Home
$360,617
Population
28,226
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
21
Midwest
View Oakdale, MN →