Superior, WI vs Waupun, WI

Superior, WI and Waupun, WI have a very similar cost of living, with only a 0.6% difference in their overall index. Superior scores 71 while Waupun scores 71 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Superior is $881/month compared to $830/month in Waupun — a 6% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Waupun is more affordable at $167,700 median vs $168,500.

Median household income in Superior is $63,415 compared to $66,931 in Waupun (-5.3%). While Waupun is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Superior spend roughly 16.7% of their income on rent, more than the 14.9% in Waupun.