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Duluth Metro Area

MN · 46 cities · 187,229 population

187,229 Total Population
46 Cities & Towns
$63,830 Avg Income
$161,484 Avg Home Value
$904 Avg Rent
21.5% Bachelor's+

Largest Cities in Duluth Metro

The Duluth metropolitan area is the 206th largest metro area in the United States, with a total population of 187,229 spread across 46 cities and towns in MN. Anchored by Duluth, this metro area is a significant economic and cultural hub that draws residents and businesses from across the region.

Residents of the Duluth metro area earn an average household income of $63,830, while the average home value sits at $161,484. Renters in the area pay an average of $904 per month, making the cost of living relatively affordable compared to the national average. About 21.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, reflecting the area's growing workforce.

The Duluth metro reports an average violent crime rate of 246.0 per 1,000 residents, which is above the national average. Property crime averages 3,415.7 per 1,000 residents across the metro. The area experiences an average annual temperature of 39.3°F, with cooler temperatures throughout the year. The average poverty rate across cities in this metro is 8.2%, indicating strong economic conditions.

With 46 distinct communities ranging from major urban centers to smaller suburban towns, the Duluth metro area offers a wide variety of living options. From bustling city neighborhoods to quiet suburban communities, the metro provides options for families, young professionals, and retirees alike. Explore the full list of cities below to find detailed data on population, income, housing costs, and more.

Metro Area Overview

Climate

Avg Annual Temperature39.3°F
Avg January Temp8.7°F
Avg July Temp66.0°F
Avg Annual Precipitation29.8"

Safety

Avg Violent Crime Rate246.0 per 1K
Avg Property Crime Rate3415.7 per 1K

Economy

Avg Unemployment Rate3.1%
Avg Poverty Rate8.2%
Avg Median Age46.2

All 46 Cities in Duluth Metro Area

1 Duluth MN 86,863
2 Hibbing MN 16,100
3 Cloquet MN 12,582
4 Big Lake MN 12,115
5 Hermantown MN 10,192
6 Virginia MN 8,362
7 Chisholm MN 4,731
8 Eveleth MN 3,470
9 Moose Lake MN 3,297
10 Proctor MN 3,102
11 Mountain Iron MN 2,865
12 Hayward WI 2,549
13 Hoyt Lakes MN 2,074
14 Esko MN 2,063
15 Aurora MN 1,897
16 Gilbert MN 1,693
17 Scanlon MN 1,087
18 Buhl MN 1,013
19 Carlton MN 891
20 Lake Nebagamon WI 891
21 Biwabik MN 882
22 Solon Springs WI 723
23 Superior WI 668
24 Minong WI 662
25 Poplar WI 610
26 Sturgeon Lake MN 526
27 Barnum MN 491
28 Floodwood MN 482
29 Soudan MN 434
30 Cook MN 427
31 Tower MN 427
32 Wrenshall MN 413
33 Orr MN 391
34 Cromwell MN 379
35 Oliver WI 370
36 Mahtowa MN 365
37 Brule WI 188
38 Kinney MN 156
39 Meadowlands MN 151
40 Kettle River MN 133
41 Gordon WI 114
42 McKinley MN 99
43 Knife River MN 98
44 Iron Junction MN 95
45 Brookston MN 69
46 Leonidas MN 39