City of Appleton Wisconsin Information

The City of Appleton is an inviting community nestled in northeastern Wisconsin just north of the largest lake in the state, Lake Winnebago. Home to more than 75,000 residents, Appleton is known for its vibrant and growing downtown, numerous parks, high-quality education, and friendly, safe environment. We’re proud that in 2020 Appleton was ranked #1 for the Best Place to Raise Kids by SmartAsset. In 2023, Appleton was also ranked as one of the best places to live in the Midwest by Livability. At the City of Appleton, we welcome employees who love to learn and are forward-thinking. Located in the heart of the Fox Cities, we are a steadfast employer committed to providing a flexible work environment and unique benefits. We encourage employees to come as they are and explore growth opportunities that will help them serve our community with impact. As a City of Appleton employee, you not only are a part of an organization that makes a local impact, but also a global impact as well. The City has built global partnerships with our Sister Cities in Kanonji, Japan and Chinandega, Nicaragua. We are proud to share our knowledge and resources with these communities and their residents.