Duluth, MN
Full City Profile · Minnesota · Carlton County County
Duluth, MN
At a Glance
How Duluth Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Duluth's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Duluth a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Duluth residents earn a median household income of $66,263 , which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $39,762. The unemployment rate stands at 4.8% (33% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 816 business establishments, including 54 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Duluth is $225,700 , 20% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $298,068. Median rent is $1,037/month, with 33.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 98.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1950.
Safety & Crime
Duluth reports 225 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 41% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,995/100K. The murder rate is 9.1/100K.
Education
42.3% of adults in Duluth hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% above the national average). 95.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Duluth has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 31.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.