Superior

Douglas County, Wisconsin

Population 44K |Median income $75,099 |1 hospital

Population

44,229

Douglas County

Median Income

$75,099

+10% vs avg

Median Home Value

$205,800

-10% vs avg

Median Age

42.7

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

44K+1%

Median Income

$75,099+65%

Median Home Value

$205,800+58%

Poverty Rate

10.8%-28%

Unemployment

3.1%-63%

Economics

Median Rent

$909/mo

Poverty Rate

10.8% -24% vs avg

Unemployment 3.1%

Bachelor's Degree+ 28.4%

Work From Home 9.1%

Public Transit 1%

Population

White 90.3%

Two or More Ethnicities 6.3%

African American 0.8%

Asian 0.7%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity

41%

High Blood Pressure

35.5%

Short Sleep Duration

32.9%

Physical Inactivity

27.2%

Binge Drinking

18.6%

Frequent Mental Distress

16%

Current Smoking

14.3%

Frequent Physical Distress

13.5%

Diabetes

11.7%

Current Asthma

11%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 68.3%

Annual Checkup 78%

Other Measures

Coronary Heart Disease

7.2%

Lack of Health Insurance

7.1%

Stroke

3.5%

Alerts & News — Superior Area 6

Weather Warnings high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Sydney and Wollondilly/Wingecarribee: Flash Flooding and Large Hail Possible

BOM · 1h ago

Weather Warnings high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Darwin, Litchfield, and Palmerston: Heavy Rainfall and Flash Flooding Possible

BOM · 12h ago

Weather Alerts high

Heavy Freezing Spray Warning Issued for Lake Superior Near Minnesota and Wisconsin

NOAA · 13h ago

Weather Alerts high

Heavy Freezing Spray and Gale Warning Issued for Western Lake Superior Near Duluth

NOAA · 13h ago

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Lake Erie Waters from The Islands to Willowick

NOAA · 1d ago

Flood Warnings high

Flood Warning Issued for Bourne Valley and The Winterbournes in Hampshire and Wiltshire

Environment Agency · 1d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Superior, WI? ▼

Superior, WI has a population of 44,229 people, located in Douglas County, Wisconsin.

What is the median household income in Superior? ▼

The median household income in Superior, WI is $75,099 per year. The poverty rate is 10.8%.

What is the median home value in Superior? ▼

The median home value in Superior, WI is $205,800. Median rent is $909/month.

What are the top health concerns in Superior? ▼

The top health indicators in Superior include Obesity (41%), High Blood Pressure (35.5%), Short Sleep Duration (32.9%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Superior? ▼

Superior has 1 hospital with an average rating of null/5 stars. 0 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Superior? ▼

The median age in Superior, WI is 42.7 years. 28.4% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Superior, WI is located in Douglas County, Wisconsin. With a population of 44K and a median household income of $75,099, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of null/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Superior area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Douglas County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.