Investor-grade market analytics for Appleton, Wisconsin. Data from Zillow ZHVI, FRED, Census ACS, and FEMA NRI. Updated monthly.
$352,691
+5.4% year-over-year
4.2%
gross annual
-5.9%
base case (Zillow ZHVF)
-5.9% year-over-year
Migration: Top 51% nationally
In-migrants avg $59,597 AGI vs out-migrants $71,216
Opportunity Zone Market
2 ZIP codes in Appleton are designated Qualified Opportunity Zones (IRC 1400Z-2), eligible for capital gains tax deferral on qualifying investments. Learn more →
Appleton, WI is experiencing strong growth with 5.4% year-over-year appreciation, indicating a seller's market with robust demand. Affordability remains favorable with a price-to-income ratio of 4.2x, below the national average of 4.8x. Climate risk remains low (18/100), favorable for long-term investment stability. Rental yield of 4.2% is moderate, offering acceptable cash flow for leveraged investments.
12-month projection (Zillow ZHVF model)
Appleton, WI's primary climate exposure is tornadoes (38/100). The composite climate risk score of 18/100 (Low) indicates overall risk reflecting favorable conditions for long-term real estate investment. This market benefits from relatively low natural hazard exposure compared to coastal and wildfire-prone regions.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index
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