Cost of Living in Superior, WI
Population: 26,550 • 2026 Data
$63,415
Median Household Income
-18% vs national
$881
Median Monthly Rent
-35% vs national
$168,500
Median Home Value
-50% vs national
3.6%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Superior
The median home value in Superior, WI is $168,500. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $881, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $988.
Rent-to-income ratio: 16.7%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Superior, WI is $63,415. The unemployment rate stands at 3.6%, with a labor force of 14,684 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.