Superior, Wisconsin
Superior: city in and county seat of Douglas County, Wisconsin.
About
Superior is a city located in the county of Douglas in the U.S. state of Wisconsin. Its population at the 2010 census was 2,166 and a population density of 15 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 2,265 inhabitants.
The city was created 172 years ago in 1854.
Quick Facts about Superior
| Population | 2,265 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Wisconsin (United States) |
| County | Douglas County |
| Postal code | 54880 |
| Area | 143.29 km2 |
| Official name | Superior |
| Latitude & Longitude | 46.7208,-92.1041 |
| Altitude | 876 feet / 267 meters |
| Capital city | Superior is capital of Douglas County |
| Establishment | September 06, 1854 (172 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 04:31:47 (20th September 2026) |
| Density | 16 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 4.57% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 47℉ Patchy Fog 7-days weather |
Geography
Superior is located at 46°43'15"N 92°6'15"W (46.7207700, -92.1040800).
Superior map
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Weather
Patchy fog. Mostly cloudy. Low around 47, with temperatures rising to around 50 overnight. Northwest wind around 5 mph.
7-Day ForecastOfficial website of Superior
Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Superior increased by 4.57% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 2,166 | - | census |
| 2011 | 2,187 | 0.97% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 2,187 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 2,196 | 0.41% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 2,198 | 0.09% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 2,202 | 0.18% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 2,201 | -0.05% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 2,206 | 0.23% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 2,208 | 0.09% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 2,220 | 0.54% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 2,265 | 2.03% | estimation process |
Services and Civic Places in Superior
1Superior City Hall
1316 N 14th St, Superior, WI 54880 View details
Phone: +17153957200 | Website available
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Superior, WI. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 240426 | University of Wisconsin-Superior | Superior (WI) | 54880-4500 |
Nearby Transit Stations (2)
Rail and bus stations connected to Superior, WI. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| DUL | Duluth (Greyhound Station), Minnesota | 4426 Grand Ave. | BUS |
| DUU | Duluth (University of Minnesota), Minnesota | 175 Kirby Student Union | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Superior.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Superior Post Office | Superior (WI) | 54880 |
Other places with the same name (4)
- Superior, Colorado Statutory Town in Boulder and Jefferson counties in the U.S. state of Colorado. with a population of 13,413 people.
- Superior, Arizona town in Pinal County, Arizona, United States. with a population of 3,232 people.
- Superior, Nebraska city in Nuckolls County, Nebraska, United States. with a population of 1,805 people.
- Superior, Michigan township in Washtenaw County, Michigan. with a population of 1,299 people.
Other cities in Douglas County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Douglas County , WI.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Nebagamon | 1,064 | Village in Douglas County, Wisconsin |
Distance to Other Cities
Superior distances to largest Wisconsin cities