Superior Wisconsin Map

About Superior, Wisconsin

Superior is a locality in Douglas County, Wisconsin, United States. It has a population of 26,677. The population density is 279.9 people per km². Superior is located at 46.7208°N, 92.1041°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 54880.

Superior, Wisconsin, stands as a testament to the raw, untamed beauty of the Great Lakes region, where the vast expanse of Lake Superior meets the rugged terrain of the North Woods. It lies 4.3 miles south of Duluth, MN (from Duluth, MN: bearing 178°T), and is situated 8.7 miles southeast of Hermantown. This is a land shaped by the immense power of water and ice, its landscape etched with the memory of ancient glaciers, leaving behind a topography of rolling hills and deep valleys that give way to the shimmering, endless horizon of the world's largest freshwater lake. The air here carries a distinct crispness, a bracing scent of pine and damp earth, especially potent in the early morning light when mist often clings to the shoreline, lending an ethereal quality to the already striking scenery. The neighborhood around the harbor, with its weathered docks and the distant silhouette of ore boats, hums with a quiet, enduring energy, a constant reminder of Superior's deep connection to the great waters. The history of Superior is inextricably linked to its strategic position as a gateway to the interior, a fact that fueled its growth from a burgeoning settlement to a vital shipping hub. Early industries centered on the boundless resources of the surrounding forests and the bounty of the lake itself, with logging and fishing forming the backbone of the local economy for generations. As the railroad advanced, so too did Superior's importance as a center for grain and iron ore transport, a legacy still visible in the industrial architecture that punctuates the cityscape. Today, while those industries have evolved, the spirit of enterprise endures, with a diversified economy that still relies on the strengths of manufacturing, transportation, and a growing tourism sector drawn by the natural allure of the region. The rhythm of life in Superior often feels measured, mirroring the steady, inexorable movement of the lake itself. The cultural character of Superior is a blend of hardy practicality and a deep appreciation for the natural world, a spirit forged by its Northern climate and its close relationship with the wild. The city's landmarks, from the historic Allouez Bay to the imposing silhouette of Barker's Island, evoke a sense of place that is both grand and intimately familiar to its residents. While no single individual of global renown immediately springs to mind, the collective spirit of its people, their resilience and connection to this unique corner of Wisconsin, is a powerful cultural force. Local events, often tied to the changing seasons or the bounty of the lake, foster a strong sense of community, bringing neighbors together under the expansive, often dramatic, Northern sky.

About This Superior Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Superior, Wisconsin — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 46.720774, -92.10408. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Superior and Douglas County.

Detailed location data for Superior includes the ZIP code (54880), telephone area code (715), county seat of Douglas County (Superior), and school district assignment (Superior School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Superior is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.