Superior is a historic mining town in Pinal County on US-60, east of the Valley below Picketpost Mountain and Apache Leap. This guide covers the town, school resources, commute, things to do, its municipal airport, restaurants from the town’s tourism site and a sourced market snapshot.
Lifestyle in Superior
The Census Bureau does not publish a QuickFacts profile for Superior because its population is under 5,000.
Map of Superior, Arizona
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The green outline shows Superior’s incorporated boundary from the U.S. Census Bureau (TIGERweb Incorporated Places, GEOID 0471300, retrieved Oct 30 2026). Boundaries change with annexations; confirm a specific address with the town. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Superior Neighborhoods and Areas
Here are the main types of areas buyers ask us about. Every buyer’s needs are different, so we’ll help you compare specific homes, HOAs and commutes.
- Historic town center. Older homes near Main Street.
- Hillside and outlying areas. Homes on the edges of town with mountain views.
Schools
Public school assignments depend on the exact address. Districts serving the area include:
You can confirm the district for a specific address with the Pinal County School Superintendent. The Arizona Department of Education’s AZ School Report Cards site has official data on public district and charter schools. Boundaries and enrollment policies change, so always confirm with the district before you write an offer.
Commute and Getting Around
US-60 connects Superior west to Florence Junction, Apache Junction and the Valley, and east toward Globe.
Airports In and Near Superior
FAA-listed airports inside Superior’s boundary:
- Superior Municipal Airport (E81), within the Town of Superior. Publicly owned, public use, no control tower; 3,250-foot gravel runway (FAA record via AirNav: E81).
Other airports serving the area:
- Mesa Gateway Airport (IWA), southeast Mesa. Public use, owned by the Mesa Gateway Airport Authority, with a control tower and commercial airline service (FAA record via AirNav: IWA; airport website).
- Pegasus Airpark (5AZ3), San Tan Valley area. Privately owned, private use, 5,124-foot paved runway; permission is required before landing (FAA record via AirNav: 5AZ3).
- Falcon Field Airport (FFZ), within Mesa city limits. Public-use general aviation airport owned by the City of Mesa, with a control tower (FAA record via AirNav: FFZ).
Airport details come from FAA records (via AirNav) and official airport sites, checked Oct 30 2026. Confirm current operations with the airport.
Residential Airparks and Fly-In Communities
We did not find a residential airpark in Superior. The nearest fly-in community is:
- Pegasus Airpark (5AZ3), San Tan Valley area. The flight association describes a 5,100-foot paved runway inside a gated residential community where homes sit on one-acre lots with taxiway access (Pegasus Airpark Flight Association). The FAA record lists it as privately owned and private use, with a 5,124-foot runway (FAA record via AirNav: 5AZ3).
Hangar homes and taxiway access come with HOA, association and runway rules, and not every hangar is approved for living space. Check the CC&Rs, association documents and local permits for the specific property before you buy.
Things to Do in Superior
- Boyce Thompson Arboretum. Just west of town; the arboretum describes itself as Arizona’s oldest and largest botanical garden.
- Historic downtown. Shops and restaurants along Main Street (Superior tourism).
Popular Restaurants in Superior
These come from the town’s tourism site. Source: Superior’s tourism site.
Silver King Smokehouse & Saloon. Barbecue and saloon.- Also listed by the same source: Los Hermanos, DeMarco’s, Porter’s (no official website found).
Hours, menus and locations change, so check each restaurant’s website before you go. Listing here is not an endorsement or a paid placement.
Superior Market Snapshot: Greater Phoenix Metro Data
These are the most recent published figures, each with its source and date. Nothing has been estimated. The ARMLS numbers below cover the whole Greater Phoenix metro. They are not Superior-only figures.
Greater Phoenix metro (ARMLS), September 2026, from the ARMLS STAT report, published October 6, 2026:
| Greater Phoenix metro (ARMLS), September 2026 | Value |
|---|---|
| Median sales price | $450,000 (0.00% vs. September 2025) |
| Average sales price | $586,246 (+1.97% vs. September 2025) |
| Median price per sq. ft., sold listings | $251.50 |
| Sold listings | 5,672 (−6.76% vs. September 2025) |
| New listings | 9,350 (+3.08% vs. September 2025) |
| Active listings (excluding UCB/CCBS) | 25,251 (+4.38% vs. September 2025) |
| Under contract (Pending/UCB/CCBS) | 6,057 (−10.28% vs. September 2025) |
| Months of supply | 4.45 (3.98 in September 2025) |
| Median days on market | 63 (66 in September 2025) |
ARMLS® COPYRIGHT 2026.
Market balance (Greater Phoenix metro). The Cromford Market Index for the whole Greater Phoenix market was 69.9 on October 21, 2026. That is its first reading below 70 since March 12, 2009, and readings under 90 favor buyers (The Cromford Report, Oct 22, 2026). For the monthly period ending October 15, the median sales price per square foot across all areas was $250.34 (The Cromford Report, Oct 16, 2026).
Local figures are available on request. Call 602-603-5555.
What is your Superior home worth today?
Superior Real Estate FAQ
What is the median home price in Superior right now?
ARMLS STAT reports only metro-wide figures: a $450,000 median sales price for September 2026, unchanged from a year earlier. It does not break out Superior. For current numbers in your neighborhood, ask AZCO Properties for a comparative market analysis.
Which school district serves a Superior address?
It depends on the address. Superior is served by the Superior Unified School District. Confirm with the district and review official data on AZ School Report Cards from the Arizona Department of Education.
Is Superior a buyer’s market right now?
Metro-wide data leans toward buyers. The Cromford Market Index for Greater Phoenix was 69.9 on October 21, 2026, and readings below 90 favor buyers. ARMLS showed 4.45 months of supply in September 2026, up from 3.98 a year earlier. Local conditions vary by price range and area.
Are there airports or airparks near Superior?
Inside the boundary: Superior Municipal Airport (E81). Airports serving the area include Mesa Gateway Airport (IWA), Pegasus Airpark (5AZ3), Falcon Field Airport (FFZ). The nearest residential fly-in communities we verified include Pegasus Airpark (5AZ3), San Tan Valley area. Details are from FAA records via AirNav, checked Oct 30 2026.
How can I find out what my Superior home is worth?
Request a free home value estimate at azcoproperties.com/home-value/ or call AZCO Properties at 602-603-5555. Christian Broadwell, Designated Broker, has 23 years of Arizona experience.
Nearby Communities
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Helpful AZCO Properties Resources
AZCO Properties | Christian Broadwell, Designated Broker | 4012 E Thistle Landing Dr, Phoenix, AZ 85044 | 602-603-5555. AZCO Properties supports the Fair Housing Act and the Equal Opportunity Act. Equal Housing Opportunity. Market data is provided for general information only and is not a guarantee of value; ARMLS® COPYRIGHT 2026. School information is not guaranteed; verify boundaries and enrollment with the school district.