Appleton, WI home prices
Typical home $348,640 · +5.2% in a year · income needed $105,000
The Appleton, WI metro area ranks 230 of 894 U.S. metros for home values (U.S. typical home: $366,157). Prices changed +5.2% in a year and +40.3% over five years. With 20% down at 7.11%, the typical home costs about $2,449 a month including 1.37% property tax (Outagamie County rate).
Mortgage on the typical Appleton home
| Down payment | Cash down | Loan | Principal + interest | PMI / MIP | Tax + insurance | Total / month | Income needed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20% down | $69,728 | $278,912 | $1,876 | $0 | $573 | $2,449 | $105,000 |
| 10% down | $34,864 | $313,776 | $2,111 | $131 | $573 | $2,815 | $120,600 |
| 5% down | $17,432 | $331,208 | $2,228 | $138 | $573 | $2,939 | $126,000 |
| 3.5% down (FHA) | $12,202 | $342,325 | $2,303 | $154 | $573 | $3,030 | $129,900 |
Assumes a 30-year fixed loan at 7.11%, property tax of 1.37% of the home value a year, homeowners insurance of 0.6% a year, PMI of 0.5% of the loan a year when the down payment is under 20%, and FHA mortgage insurance of 0.55% a year plus a 1.75% upfront premium added to the loan. Your rate, taxes and insurance will differ.
Counties in the Appleton area
| County | Typical home | 1-yr change | Tax rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outagamie County, WI | $342,897 | +5.1% | 1.37% |
| Calumet County, WI | $377,545 | +5.4% | 1.41% |
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Frequently asked questions
How much is a house in Appleton?
The typical home in the Appleton, WI metro area is worth $348,640 (Zillow, September 2026).
What salary do you need to buy a house in Appleton?
About $105,000 a year for the typical home with 20% down at 7.11%.