Cost of Living in Appleton, WI
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
113.3
100 = national avg
+13.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$49,834
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$117,791
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing113.7
Food109.2
Transportation118.4
Healthcare107.4
Utilities108.3
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$960
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,236
per month
The overall cost of living index in Appleton is 113.3, which is 13.3% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 113.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $49,834 per year to cover basic expenses.