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Superior

Pop. 653·53rd most expensive in Wisconsin·Superior rents have dropped 14.1%, currently a renter's market
Median rent (all units)
$1,144/mo
Year-over-Year
-14.1%
Month-over-Month
-8.3%
vs US Median
-$818
Falling (Monthly)
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Superior · $1,144
More affordable than 94% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Affordability
19% of income
VERY AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,144/mo, rent takes about 19% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$46,000/yr
Local median income
$70,694/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Superior's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$720
1 BR
$830
2 BR
$1,050
3 BR
$1,420
4 BR+
$1,760
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$1,050/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $1,144 market median above, and that is expected: FMR is the 40th percentile of standard-quality units and counts gross rent, so it includes essential utilities such as electricity, water, gas, sewer, and trash. The market median is asking rent, which usually excludes utilities. HUD sets FMR once a year; market rent here updates monthly.

Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents. Read the methodology →

Rent trends

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$13,728/yr
At $1,144/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are down 14.1% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (-14.1% YoY, -8.3% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Superior, WI is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, 27.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
653
Median income
$70,694
Median age
51.6
Renters
32.2%
Age distribution
15.6%
16.1%
20.1%
15.5%
32.8%
Under 1815.6%
18–3416.1%
35–5420.1%
55–6415.5%
65+32.8%
Gender
50.8%
49.2%
Male50.8%
Female49.2%
Race & ethnicity
94.6%
White94.6%
Hispanic1.8%
Asian0.5%
Other2.8%
Education (25+)
37.5%
29%
27.8%
No HS diploma5.7%
HS diploma37.5%
Some college29%
Bachelor's+27.8%
Housing tenure
67.8%
32.2%
Owner67.8%
Renter32.2%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How Superior, WI has changed in 5 years

Income
$59,276 → $70,694
up 19.3%
Population
696 → 653
down 6.2%
Renter share
42.5% → 32.2%
-10.3 pts
Bachelor's+
20.3% → 27.8%
+7.5 pts
Median age
47.2 → 51.6
+4.4 yrs

On the earnings side, the typical household in Superior, WI now reports about $70,694, up from $59,276 in 2021. Census counts show Superior, WI losing about 43 residents over the five-year window, down 6.2% on net. The renter share has eased from 42.5% to 32.2%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 20.3% to 27.8% across the same window.

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Superior rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Superior, WI

Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Superior is $1,144/mo as of August 2026. A studio apartment averages $720/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,050/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $830/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,420/mo.

At 19% of local median household income ($70,694/yr), Superior ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 14.1% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Superior an affordable city for renters?

Superior is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,144/mo, rent takes approximately 19% of the local median household income ($70,694/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Superior falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Superior?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $46,000/year (~$22/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,144/mo in Superior. The local median household income is $70,694/yr, meaning the typical Superior household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Superior?

Rent in Superior has decreased 14.1% over the past year as of August 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Superior rent compare to other cities in Wisconsin?

Superior is one of the more affordable cities in Wisconsin for rent, ranking #53 out of 62 tracked cities at $1,144/mo.

What percentage of Superior residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 32.2% of Superior households are renters, while 67.8% are owner-occupied. Superior leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Superior rent compare to the national average?

Superior's median rent of $1,144/mo is $818 (42%) below the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Wisconsin, it ranks #53 out of 62 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
19%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,144/mo, rent takes ~19% of Superior's median household income ($70,694/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Superior 19%Benchmark 30%
State income tax3.5–7.65%
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