Superior, WI
Full City Profile · Wisconsin · Carlton County County
Superior, WI
At a Glance
How Superior Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Superior's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Superior a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Superior residents earn a median household income of $63,415 , which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $36,031. The unemployment rate stands at 3.6% (0% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 816 business establishments, including 54 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Superior is $168,500 , 40% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $234,318. Median rent is $881/month, with 27.3% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 94.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1957.
Safety & Crime
Superior reports 224 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 41% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,231/100K.
Education
28.7% of adults in Superior hold a bachelor's degree or higher (15% below the national average). 94.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Superior has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 31.4 inches.