Best Assisted Living Facilities in Appleton, WI

The most affordable option for senior housing in Appleton, Wisconsin, is independent living, which costs $3,442 per month on average. Assisted living is another option on the more affordable side, priced at $4,354 per month. The most expensive option is a one-bedroom unit in a nursing home, which costs an average of $4,954 per month. Appleton offers a range of senior housing options to accommodate various needs and budgetary preferences.

Assisted living costs a monthly average of $4,354 in Appleton. Costs will change depending on the level of care and community you choose, but generally, the city is more expensive than other nearby options. For example, assisted living in Oshkosh costs $4,077 per month on average, while assisted living in Shiocton costs $4,097 per month on average. Appleton's costs are slightly above the Wisconsin state average of $4,225 but below the national average of $4,546.
Here is how the average cost of assisted living in Appleton compares to Wisconsin and the national average:

Seniors in Appleton can choose from 12 senior living facilities, and there are 23 communities in the surrounding area. In total, Wisconsin has 660 senior living options. With these offerings, you'll find a community that suits your needs.

Appleton, Wisconsin, is home to a senior population that makes up about 33.3% of its 75,133 residents, with an equal gender distribution of 50% male and 50% female. Among these seniors, 12.8% are in their 50s, 10.2% in their 60s, 6.1% in their 70s, and 4.2% are 80 and over. In terms of marital status, 48.5% are married, 11.7% are divorced, 35.4% have never married, and 4.4% are widowed. Appleton's senior diversity primarily comprises 82.6% White residents, with 6.4% Hispanic, 6.3% mixed race, 6.2% Asian, and 2.8% Black. Additionally, 0.5% are Native American, 0.1% are Pacific Islander, and 1.6% identify as other, reflecting a mix of cultures within the community.