Appleton, WI vs Wilsonville, 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
Wilsonville
68.2
#1342 nationally
Appleton leads in walk score (44 vs 30). Wilsonville leads in crime level (3.8 vs 5.5). Appleton leads in cost of living index (94 vs 136).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Appleton, WI | Wilsonville, OR |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 77.6 (#227) | 68.2 (#1342) |
| Population | 74,719 | 26,345 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $309,058 | $630,814 |
| Median Household Income | $75,469 | $83,210 |
| Average Commute | 19.4 min | 25.9 min |
| Walk Score | 44 | 30 |
| Crime Level | 5.5 | 3.8 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 94 | 136 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+10.2 | D+9.7 |
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+
68.2 Score
Wilsonville, OR
Small Oregon city with local appeal
Median Home
$630,814
Population
26,345
Crime
Low
Walk Score
30
Pacific
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