US ZIP Code
54880

Superior, WI

Douglas County  ·  Wisconsin

● Active
👥 30,211 Population
💰 $66,942 Median HH Income
▼ 12% below avg ↑ 34% since 2019
🎂 39.9 Median Age ↑ 2% since 2019
🏠 $176,700 Median Home Value
▼ 37% below avg ↑ 36% since 2019
🎓 43.8% College Grads
▲ 13% above avg
📊 3.4% Unemployment
▼ 30% below avg ↓ 3% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code54880
CitySuperior
StateWisconsin (WI)
CountyDouglas County
Area Code715
Elevation701 ft
Latitude46.590874
Longitude-92.12831
TimezoneChicago (DST)
FIPS55031
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 49.0% (14,803) Female 51.0% (15,408) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 89.6%Hispanic: 1.9%Black: 1.5%Asian: 1.5%Other: 4.5%Race
White89.6%
Hispanic1.9%
Black1.5%
Asian1.5%
Other4.5%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
5%
5–17
14%
18–24
10%
25–44
28%
45–64
25%
65+
9%

Key Indicators

Median Age39.9 yrs ↑ 2% since 2019
Avg Household Size2.20
Below Poverty11.6% ▲ 16% above avg
College Grads43.8% ▲ 13% above avg
Unemployment3.4% ▼ 30% below avg
No HS Diploma118 (0.6%)
HS Graduate5,718 (27.8%)
Some College2,592 (12.6%)
Associates3,126 (15.2%)
Bachelors3,088 (15%)
Graduate Degree5,929 (28.8%)

Education

No HS: 0.6%HS Grad: 27.8%Some College: 12.6%Associates: 15.2%Bachelors: 15%Graduate: 28.8%Edu
No HS0.6%
HS Grad27.8%
Some College12.6%
Associates15.2%
Bachelors15.0%
Graduate28.8%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 63.8%Renter: 36.2%Tenure
Owner63.8%
Renter36.2%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
6%
$50k–100k
11%
$100k–150k
20%
$150k–200k
23%
$200k–300k
22%
$300k–500k
15%
Over $500k
3%

Financials

Median HH Income$66,942 ▼ 12% below avg ↑ 34% since 2019
Median Home Value$176,700 ▼ 37% below avg ↑ 36% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio2.6x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$901/mo ↑ 18% since 2019
Total Units14,325
Vacant Units1,083
Avg HH Size2.20

Income Distribution

Under $25k
18%
$25k–50k
17%
$50k–75k
16%
$75k–100k
14%
$100k–150k
21%
$150k–200k
8%
Over $200k
5%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
85%
Public Transit
1%
Walked
6%
Work From Home
8%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
48%
15–30 min
36%
30–45 min
11%
Over 45 min
5%
Housing Stock

Year Built

Before 1940
5%
1940s–1950s
11%
1960s–1970s
13%
1980s–1990s
8%
2000+
62%

Summary

Total Units14,325
Vacant1,083
Owner Occupied63.8%
Renter Occupied36.2%
Avg HH Size2.20
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 54880 is in Superior, WI, in Douglas County.
ZIP code 54880 is located in Wisconsin (WI).
ZIP code 54880 is in Douglas County, WI.
ZIP 54880 observes the Chicago timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 54880 is 30,211 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 54880 is $66,942 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 54880 is $176,700 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 54880

ZIP code 54880 is located in Superior, Wisconsin, within Douglas County. With a population of 30,211, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 39.9 years. Economically, 54880 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $66,942 is near the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 54880 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $176,700 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $901 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 63.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 36% since 2019.

The population of 54880 is primarily White (89.60%). Residents are well-educated — 43.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 11.6%. Household income has grown by 34% since 2019.

The unemployment rate in 54880 stands at 3.4%, which is below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 75%.

Overall, ZIP code 54880 in Superior, WI is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 30,211 residents, a median household income of $66,942, and a median home value of $176,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Wisconsin.