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Duluth, MN Community

35 discussions from residents and visitors

Nora

Best neighborhoods in Duluth

Hey, It's a a smaller city city with about 86,863 people. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. What are your go-to spots? TIA!

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Alexa Clark

Why I chose Duluth over bigger cities

Hey everyone, I relocated for work and Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that.

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Lucy Evans

Remote worker thinking about Duluth

OK so Household incomes average around $66,263 in Duluth. Median household income is $66,263, which feels about average for the area. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. What are your go-to spots? The weather takes some getting used to. Honestly, I think it's a great place...

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Donald R.

The truth about Duluth — honest review

Been a Duluth resident for 5 years. Here's my honest take: Pros: - Strong job market - Good schools - Reasonable housing Cons: - Traffic can be bad during rush hour - Property taxes are high Overall I'd rate it 6/10. It's not perfect but I plan to stay long-term.

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Christian Smith

Rent vs buy in Duluth -what makes sense?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I'm a remote worker and Average temperature is around 43--F, so bundle up in winter. You can expect to pay around $1,037 for rent here. Crime rate is something to consider -Duluth sits at 340.1 per 100K. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manag...

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Carson Miller

Is Duluth worth it salary-wise?

OK so I'm originally from Kansas City and With a population of 86,863, Duluth is a smaller city. Median household income is $66,263, which feels about average for the area. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. What would you do? There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. It's a very ca...

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Carson Miller

Best neighborhoods in Duluth

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I grew up here but left for a while. The unemployment rate is 3.1%, which is pretty low. The median home value here is around $225,700, which is actually reasonable. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. I'd say it's better for families than youn...

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Mason Brown

What to expect moving to Duluth?

Hey folks, I work in food service and With a population of 86,863, Duluth is a smaller city. I'd say it's better for families than young singles.

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Lucy Evans

Top 5 things I love about Duluth

First post here. I've been here for 5 years and Poverty rate is 7.5%, which is pretty low. With a population of 86,863, Duluth is a smaller city. Crime rate is something to consider -Duluth sits at 340.1 per 100K. The median home value here is around $225,700, which is actually reasonable. It's chan...

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Lucy Evans

Remote worker thinking about Duluth

Hey folks, Average temperature is around 43--F, so bundle up in winter. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Anyone in a similar situation?

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Alexa G.

Is Duluth walkable?

First post here. I'm a nurse at the local hospital and Homes are going for about $225,700 on average. Average temperature is around 43--F, so bundle up in winter. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. What do you all think? There's a growing tech scene which is exciting.

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Donald R.

How safe is Duluth really?

I've been looking at the stats and Duluth shows relatively low crime stats. But stats don't always tell the full story. For people who actually live there — do you feel safe? Are there areas to avoid? I'm especially interested in hearing from retirees.

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Ethan Long

How much do you pay for rent in Duluth?

Alright, You can expect to pay around $1,037 for rent here. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Is this normal for Duluth? TIA! Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The suburbs are where most families end up.

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Donald R.

Moving to Duluth with kids -good idea?

Alright, I'm single, late 40s, and Average temperature is around 43--F, so bundle up in winter. Rent is about $1,037/month for a decent place. Poverty rate is 7.5%, which is pretty low. Median household income is $66,263, which feels about average for the area. Cost of living is definitely rising, b...

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Robert W.

Rent in Duluth getting crazy

I relocated for work and Household incomes average around $66,263 in Duluth. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much.

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Luca Lopez

Moving to Duluth for work -advice?

Been living here since 2021. Homes are going for about $225,700 on average. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Any advice would be great. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting.

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Christian Smith

Living in Duluth -the reality

Longtime lurker here, The median home value here is around $225,700, which is actually reasonable. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Worth the trade-offs? There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The weather takes some getting used to. H...

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Serenity P.

Moving to Duluth for work -advice?

The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The suburbs are where most families end up. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much.

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Robert R.

Things Duluth needs to improve

Anyone else feel this way? My family moved here when I was a kid. Poverty rate is 7.5%, which is pretty low. Household incomes average around $66,263 in Duluth. Homes are going for about $225,700 on average. Crime rate is something to consider -Duluth sits at 340.1 per 100K. There's a growing tech s...

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Christian Smith

Duluth is underrated, change my mind

Hey everyone, Born and raised here. With a population of 86,863, Duluth is a smaller city. Has anyone dealt with this?

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Carson Miller

Best apartments in Duluth under ?

I'm retired and It's a a smaller city city with about 86,863 people. Average temperature is around 43--F, so bundle up in winter. Rent is about $1,037/month for a decent place. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The food scene here is surprisingly good. There's a growing tech...

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Aaron S.

Job hunting in Duluth -tips?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level.

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Ethan Long

Duluth in the winter -how bad?

Been meaning to ask this. The unemployment rate is 3.1%, which is pretty low. Crime rate is something to consider -Duluth sits at 340.1 per 100K. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Downtown has improved a lot in...

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Carson Miller

Best neighborhoods to rent in Duluth?

I'm a 34-year-old contractor and It's a a smaller city city with about 86,863 people. Rent is about $1,037/month for a decent place. Median household income is $66,263, which feels about average for the area. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Honestly, I think it's a great ...

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Donald R.

Best neighborhoods in Duluth

Crime rate is something to consider -Duluth sits at 340.1 per 100K. The unemployment rate is 3.1%, which is pretty low. Homes are going for about $225,700 on average. Household incomes average around $66,263 in Duluth. Average temperature is around 43--F, so bundle up in winter. The food scene here ...

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Mason Brown

Best industries in Duluth right now

OK so Poverty rate is 7.5%, which is pretty low. Homes are going for about $225,700 on average. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Does this match your experience? Night life is decent if you know the right spots. It's changing fast -some ...

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Alexa G.

Job market in Duluth for tech?

Alright, Poverty rate is 7.5%, which is pretty low. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Am I overthinking this? The school system varies a lot by neighborhood.

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Robert R.

Biggest downsides of living in Duluth?

Longtime lurker here, I'm a teacher here and Household incomes average around $66,263 in Duluth. Median household income is $66,263, which feels about average for the area. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Night life is decent if you know the right spots.

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Dominic Reed

Anyone work in healthcare in Duluth?

Been meaning to ask this. I'm a college student here and Household incomes average around $66,263 in Duluth. The median home value here is around $225,700, which is actually reasonable. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Has anyone...

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