Superior, WY

Wyoming

Superior is a small town in Wyoming with a population of 214. Residents earn $95,500 per year, which is 27% above the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
214 Population 191/sq mi density
$95,500 Median Income $31,182 per capita
N/A Home Value $75,202 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$95,500 median income, 0.0% unemployment
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $95,500
27% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.5%
66% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.8%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

How Superior Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population214
Median Age43.7 yrs
Density191/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 86%

Economy

A+
Median Income$95,500
Per Capita$31,182
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$4,010M
Commute36 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$75,202

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.2%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI34 (Good)
Rain7.3 in/yr
Elevation6,889 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.5%
High School+93.6%
School Score6.13

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 23%
Commute36 min
Broadband65.0%
Libraries10

Is Superior a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Superior receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. 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 $95,500, 27% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Education

11.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Superior has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 7.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Superior has a population of 214 with a density of 191 people per square mile. The median age is 43.7 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.5%).

Population

214
Total Population
191
People / sq mi
43.7yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.3%
Female 47.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Superior vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Superior vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Superior is $95,500, which is 27% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Superior vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$95,500
27% above US avg
Per Capita Income$31,182
Avg Weekly Wage$1,313
IRS Avg AGI$78,597

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,732
County GDP$4,010M

Business (County)

Restaurants123
Healthcare107
Retail165
Manufacturing27

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,362
4% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.9 min
Work from Home23.7%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $75,202.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$75,202

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$785
1 Bedroom$824
2 Bedrooms$1,044
3 Bedrooms$1,399
4 Bedrooms$1,719

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,362
4% below US avg
In Superior, 35.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.2% report depression. 26.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Superior vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.8%
12% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure28.5%
Asthma10.2%
COPD6.1%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.0%
Physical Inactivity26.5%
Depression23.2%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress13.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.9%
Checkup Rate66.5%
Premature Death10,210/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access92.6%
Healthcare Facilities107

Crime Rates: Superior vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Safety Score

Superior has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 7.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average43.7°F
19% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall7.3 inches
81% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6,889 ft (2,100 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.9 km²)
Population Density191/sq mi
Coordinates41.7595°N, 108.9642°W
County FIPS56037
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 11.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 53.2-point margin. 65.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.7%
D 22.5%

Winner: Republican by 53.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.5%
66% below US avg
High School+93.6%
School Test Score6.13
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density191/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access65.0%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities107
Restaurants123
Retail Stores165

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.9 min
Work from Home23.7%

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