Superior, WI Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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14%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

39%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

25%

Property crime NAT. AVG.

Date & Last Updated: This data reflects the 2024 calendar year and was released from the FBI in September, 2025; this is the most current data available.

Statistic	Reported_incidents	_{/100k people}	Superior_{/100k people}	Wisconsin_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	638	n/a (estimate)	2,425	1,433	2,119
Murder	1	n/a	3.8	4.2	5.0
Rape	14	n/a	53.2	34.8	37.5
Robbery	3	n/a	11.4	39.4	60.6
Assault	40	n/a	152.0	200.1	256.1
Violent crime	58	n/a (estimate)	220	279	359
Burglary	49	n/a	186.2	117.2	229.2
Theft	486	n/a	1,847.2	875.6	1,272.1
Vehicle theft	45	n/a	171.0	161.3	258.8
Property crime	580	n/a (estimate)	2,204	1,154	1,760

Superior crime map

The Superior crime map by CrimeoMeter provides a detailed overview of all crimes in Superior as reported by the local law enforcement agencies. Based on the color coded legend above, the crime map outlines the areas with lower crime compared to the areas with higher crime. The Superior crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the Superior crime map does not always indicate that it is a dangerous area for its residents. Areas on the heat map could be inflated if they are located in high traffic areas like airports, sports centers or large parks. Other areas on the heat map could see increased crime rates if they are located in major tourist areas like the downtown core.

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An Overview of Crime Rates in Superior, WI

When we analyze the latest crime report, the Superior crime rate is 14.4% higher than the national average. These incidents are classified into two primary categories: violent and property crimes. Violent crimes include assault, robbery, rape and murder. Whereas property crimes encompass theft, vehicle theft and burglary. In the case of Superior, there were 58 reported violent crimes, equivalent to 220 per 100,000 individuals, 38.6% lower than the national average. Additionally, Superior recorded 580 property crimes, amounting to 2204 per 100,000 residents, 25.3% higher than the U.S. average.

When assessing the total crime rate in Superior per 100,000 people, it stands in the median range among all cities with reported crime data. Our analysis of total incidents, encompassing both violent and property crimes within Superior, underscores the close alignment of reported crime rates with the national average as reported by other areas.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Superior?

AreaVibes has conducted polls asking local residents if they feel safe living in Superior. Based on the results of the surveys (30 responses), 60% of people felt that there was very little crime in Superior and felt safe walking alone at night. While 40% of people felt that it was not a safe place to live and did not feel safe walking alone at night.

Is Superior a Safe Place to Live?

Is Superior a safe place to live? While the answer may not be straightforward due to variations in safety levels across the city, gaining an understanding of the overall crime rate can prove to be advantageous. In general, Superior has a crime rate that is higher than the national average by 14%. Breaking this down on a daily basis, it translates to 1.75 daily incidents, encompassing 0.16 violent crimes and 1.59 property crimes. Evaluating these statistics can aid in forming a more informed perspective on the safety of Superior as a potential place to call home.

Has Crime in Superior Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime data allows residents and potential residents to assess the crime in Superior. A decrease in crime rates may indicate improving safety, while an increase could raise concerns. The year-over-year crime rate in Superior has decreased by 25.5%. Violent crimes have increased by 7.4%, while property crimes have decreased by 27.7%. By comparing crime rates from one year to the next, authorities and communities can identify trends and patterns in criminal activity. This helps in understanding whether crime is increasing, decreasing, or remaining stable over time.

Potential Causes for Crime in Superior

The educational level achieved in any given city can influence crime rates significantly. Greater educational achievement is frequently associated with decreased crime rates, as it offers individuals improved job prospects and alternatives to engaging in crime related activities. Conversely, lower educational attainment rates tend to coincide with elevated crime rates. In Superior, 89.4% of residents have successfully graduated from high school, in contrast to the national average where 83% have achieved high school graduation.

The effectiveness of law enforcement and community policing initiatives can influence crime rates. A strong and collaborative relationship between the police and the community can deter criminal activity and improve safety. In Superior, there are 2.27 police officers and civilians per 1,000 residents, compared to the national average of 3.25. The effectiveness of law enforcement often depends on community policing strategies that emphasize building trust and cooperation between the police and the community. It's not just about the number of officers but also how they engage with the community.

High rental costs can limit economic mobility, making it difficult for individuals to save money, invest in education, or access better job opportunities. This can perpetuate a cycle of poverty and increase the risk of involvement in criminal activities. In summary, high rental costs can create economic challenges, overcrowding, and neighborhood dynamics that may increase the likelihood of certain types of crime, particularly property crimes. In Superior, the average rental rates are $1,169 per month, compared to the national average of $1,444.

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Crime Quick Facts

Superior crime rates are 14% higher than the national average
Violent crimes in Superior are 39% lower than the national average
In Superior you have a 1 in 42 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Superior is safer than 33% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Superior has increased by 2%

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Daily Crime In Superior (per 100,000 people)

The chart above shows the number of daily crimes in Superior, WI per 100,000 people. In Superior, the number of daily crimes is projected to be 1.69 times more than the Wisconsin average and 1.14 times more than the national average. The average number of daily violent crimes in Superior is 1.26 times less than the Wisconsin average and 1.63 times less than the daily national average. With regards to property crimes, Superior has a daily crime rate that is 1.91 times more than the Wisconsin average and 1.25 times more than the overall daily national average.

How Safe is Superior (higher is better)

When comparing the safety of Superior to every other city in Wisconsin, as well as the entirety of the United States, is Superior safe? The gauges above illustrate that Superior is safer than 13% of every city located within Wisconsin along with 33% of the all the cities located in the United States. The results of these graphs are created after analyzing each of the cities in Wisconsin and in the United States as a whole. As a result, Superior, WI is ranked below average when compared to the rest of the US cities.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Superior

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Superior is 1 in 454

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Superior is 1 in 46

The chance of being a victim of crime in Superior is 1 in 42

Are you worried about becoming a crime victim? In Superior, your chance of becoming a victim of a violent crime is 1 in 454. Types of violent crimes may include assault, robbery, rape, or murder. You also have a 1 in 46 chance of being the victim of a property crime such as vehicle theft, personal property theft, and burglary. Your overall risk of becoming a crime victim in Superior is 1 in 42.

Year Over Year Crime In Superior (per 100,000 people)

An ideal indicator of whether Superior is becoming a safer or more dangerous place to live can be done by analyzing the year over year crime rates per 100,000 people. Year over year violent crime in Superior has increased by 3% and the rate of property crime in Superior has increased by 2%. The total crime rate in Superior has increased by 2% year to year.

Superior police department

Item	Superior	Wisconsin	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	62	9,355	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	2.3	2.4	3.3

There are a total of 62 Superior police officers. This results in 2.3 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 4.9% less than the Wisconsin average and 30.1% less than the National average.

Sex offenders in Wisconsin

State	Total offenders	Wisconsin_/100K	National_/100K
Wisconsin	24,983	456	266

There are a total of 24,983 sex offenders in Wisconsin. This yields a total of 456 sex offenders in Wisconsin per 100,000 residents which is 71% greater than the national average.

Nearby Cities With Low Crime Rates

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Esko, MN	2,302	88	551	639
Proctor, MN	3,119	97	617	715
Carlton, MN	1,039	112	700	812
Oliver, WI	288	285	1,183	1,467
Superior village, WI	749	289	1,200	1,489
Wrenshall, MN	476	285	1,784	2,069
Hermantown, MN	9,881	78	2,560	2,638
Superior, WI	26,920	220	2,204	2,425

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Belmont, MA	26,925	51	704	755
Galt, CA	26,926	411	1,473	1,883
Fremont, NE	26,939	180	1,891	2,071
Cloverleaf, TX	26,890	524	2,749	3,273
West Odessa, TX	26,972	475	2,489	2,964
Superior, WI	26,920	220	2,204	2,425

Source: The Superior, WI crime data displayed above is derived from the FBI's uniform crime reports for the year of 2024. The crime report encompasses more than 18,000 city and state law enforcement agencies reporting data on property and violent crimes. The uniform crime reports program represents approximately 309 million American residents, which results in 98% coverage of metropolitan statistical areas.