Median Income
$43,750
42% lower than US avg
Home Value
$260,300
8% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
21.8%
35% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$682
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.8%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
12.4%
0% lower than US avg
How Superior Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population995
Median Age59.2 yrs
Density1,036/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Economy
B
Median Income$43,750
Per Capita$26,412
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty12.4%
County GDP$1,355M
Commute33 min
Housing
B
Home Value$260,300
Rent$682
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$368,078
Health
Obesity35.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.3%
Heart Disease5.6%
Climate
Avg Temp48°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain16.4 in/yr
Elevation2,704 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+21.8%
High School+95.0%
School Score5.68
Community
2024 VoteR 58% / D 39%
Commute33 min
EV Stations2
Libraries3
Is Superior a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Superior receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Superior offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Superior is $43,750, 42% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. 12.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Superior is $260,300, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $682 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.9x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Education
21.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Superior experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 16.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.
Superior has a population of 995 with a density of 1,036 people per square mile. The median age is 59.2 years, 52% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.6%), with 4.9% Hispanic.
Population
59.2yrs
Median Age
52% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.9% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.1% |
| 92% below US avg |
The median household income in Superior is $43,750, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $43,750 |
| 42% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $26,412 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $967 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $71,531 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.9% |
| 19% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 12.4% |
| 0% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,300 |
| County GDP | $1,355M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 92 |
| Healthcare | 98 |
| Retail | 109 |
| Manufacturing | 43 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,744 |
| 36% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.82% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 33.3 min |
| Work from Home | 2.2% |
The median home value in Superior is $260,300, 8% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $682 (41% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $368,078.
Home Values
| Census Median | $260,300 |
| 8% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $368,078 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $682 |
| 41% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $988 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,076 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,336 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,789 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,113 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,744 |
| 36% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.82% |
In Superior, 35.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.3% report depression. 22.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Superior vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.8% |
| 12% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.8% |
| Heart Disease | 5.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.1% |
| Asthma | 12.0% |
| COPD | 6.8% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 21.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.5% |
| Depression | 27.3% |
| Mental Distress | 19.7% |
| Physical Distress | 14.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 68.2% |
| Premature Death | 11,703/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 62.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 98 |
Crime Rates: Superior vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
Safety Score
Superior has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 16.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.
Temperature
29°F Jan (-2°C)
70°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 47.7°F |
| 12% below US avg |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 16.4 inches |
| 57% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 26.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,704 ft (824 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,036/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.1951°N, 114.9014°W |
| County FIPS | 30047 |