Globe, AZ vs Superior, AZ

Superior is moderately more affordable than Globe, with a 13.9% lower cost of living index. Globe scores 82 compared to 72 for Superior, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Globe can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Globe is $909/month compared to $792/month in Superior — a 15% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Superior is more affordable at $136,700 median vs $214,800.

Median household income in Globe is $66,545 compared to $42,050 in Superior (+58.3%). While Globe is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Globe spend roughly 16.4% of their income on rent, less than the 22.6% in Superior.