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# Jobs in Appleton, WI — Salary & Top Employers

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**Open jobs:** 1,211
## Summary

- Postings on employer career sites published Jun 1 – Sep 28, 2026: 1,774
- Median salary: $49K
- Salary range (P25–P75): $37K – $70K
- Remote share: 2.8%

## Market Insights — September 2026

*Based on 1,774 postings published Jun 1 – Sep 28, 2026 • Updated September 28, 2026*

- Pay in Appleton, WI runs 30% below the United States median ($49K vs $70K).
- Industries with the most postings in Appleton, WI: Retail (19% of all postings), followed by Machinery Manufacturing and Hospitals and Health Care.

*Numbers above are computed from postings on employer career sites published in the window shown below, closed ones included. Salary figures use posted ranges where available; the market median is the median of the country the pay is quoted in, as its location page shows it. Confidence reflects sample size and signal stability vs the prior month.*

## Top industries in Appleton, WI

| Industry | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Retail | 332 | $31K |
| Machinery Manufacturing | 185 | — |
| Hospitals & Health Care | 117 | $44K |
| Airlines & Aviation | 99 | — |
| Restaurants | 73 | — |
| Transportation & Logistics | 70 | — |
| Financial Services | 63 | $47K |
| Food & Beverage Services | 53 | $36K |
| Manufacturing | 46 | — |
| Construction | 43 | — |

## Top roles hiring in Appleton, WI

| Role | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Retail Sales Associate | 127 | $31K |
| Assistant Manager | 39 | — |
| Sales Representative | 37 | — |
| Warehouse Associate | 33 | — |
| Customer Service Representative | 31 | — |
| CDL Driver | 31 | — |

## Top hiring companies in Appleton, WI

| Company | Total jobs |
|---|---|
| [Domino's Pizza Pakistan Jobs & Careers — QSR](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/domino-s-pizza?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 55 |
| [AutoZone Jobs & Careers — Auto Parts Retail](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/autozone?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 48 |
| [Meijer Jobs & Careers — Midwest Supercenter Retailer](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/meijer?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 36 |
| [TJX Companies Jobs & Careers — Off-Price Retail](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/the-tjx-companies-inc?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 35 |

**H1B sponsorship (FY2025 Q4 – FY2026 Q3):** 28 employers filed 44 petitions; 2% of the employers hiring here now are among them.

## Top visa sponsors in Appleton, WI

| Company | Workers | Median filed wage |
|---|---|---|
| Gulfstream Aerospace | 9 | — |
| Fleet Farm | 5 | — |
| Pierce Manufacturing | 2 | — |
| Bright Dental H.E. | 2 | — |
| Grant Thornton Advisors | 2 | — |

## Frequently Asked Questions

### What industries are hiring most in Appleton, WI?

Manufacturing, healthcare, insurance, and retail are the dominant hiring industries in Appleton. The city's paper and packaging heritage, combined with growing healthcare systems and financial services firms, keeps demand for both skilled trades and professional roles strong.
### What is the typical salary range for jobs in Appleton, WI?

Salaries in Appleton vary by industry and role. Healthcare professionals, engineers, and finance workers tend to earn above the city median, while entry-level retail and hospitality roles are at the lower end. Check the salary benchmarks on this page for current figures.
### Who are the top employers hiring in Appleton?

Appleton is home to major employers in insurance, healthcare, and manufacturing. ThedaCare and Ascension are prominent healthcare systems, while companies in the Fox Valley industrial corridor drive manufacturing employment. See the top employers section for the current hiring list.
### Are there remote jobs available in Appleton, WI?

Remote and hybrid roles exist in Appleton, particularly in insurance, IT, and financial services. The share of remote listings fluctuates — filter by work arrangement on this page to see current remote openings in the area.
### How can I search for jobs in nearby Wisconsin cities?

Appleton is part of the Fox Valley region. You can expand your search to nearby cities like Green Bay, Oshkosh, or Fond du Lac through the Wisconsin state jobs page, or use the parent state link to explore all Wisconsin cities.
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