Superior, WI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
26,550 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
50.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
28.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$63,415 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
18 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$168,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$623 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$780 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
57.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Douglas County
3
Duluth Metro Area
3
Wisconsin
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Douglas County
6
Duluth Metro Area
6
Wisconsin
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 15 11
Feb 1 10 16
Mar 1 10 27
Apr 2 4 39
May 3 0 50
Jun 4 0 60
Jul 4 0 66
Aug 4 0 65
Sep 4 0 57
Oct 3 1 44
Nov 2 10 30
Dec 1 14 16

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 62% of residents leaning left and 32% leaning right.

Liberal (63%) (33%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 40%
Hillary Clinton 54%
Other 6%

Schools

Superior Middle
<1 miles, NW 1.9 star
Superior High
1 miles, N 2.8 star
Great Lakes Elementary
1 miles, NE 2.3 star
Northern Lights Elementary
1 miles, N 1.4 star

Colleges

University of Wisconsin-Superior
2 miles, N 1.9 star
Lake Superior College
7 miles, N 1.9 star
University of Minnesota-Duluth
9 miles, N 3.2 star

Hospitals

St Marys Hospital Superior
1 miles, NW 4.1 star
Essentia Health Duluth
7 miles, N 4.1 star
St Lukes Hospital
7 miles, N 3.2 star

Airports

Duluth International Airport
12 miles, N 1 star
Range Regional Airport
60 miles, N 1 star
Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport
100 miles, W 1 star
St. Cloud Regional Airport
124 miles, W 1 star