Duluth, MN Local Data & Statistics

State: MN

Total population: 87,093 Household income: $68,807 Rent: $1,087

Overview

Total population

87,093

Rent

$1,087

Year built

1951

Household income

$68,807

Per capita income

$41,503

Poverty rate

16.8%

Unemployment rate

2.2%

Household size

2.2 persons

Rent over 30% of income

51.2%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available, with the exception of the unemployment rate, which is sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). ACS 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Demographics

State

Minnesota

Total population

87,093

Adults over 25

55,778

Total households

37,447

Household size

2.2 persons

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Income & Poverty

Household income

$68,807

Per capita income

$41,503

Poverty rate

16.8%

Unemployment rate

2.2%

Rent over 30% of income

51.2%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Housing

Rent

$1,087

Year built

1951

Households that rent

40.6%

Households that own

59.4%

Rooms per home (all homes)

5.5

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Race

White

87.4%

Black

2.8%

Asian

1.7%

Two or more races

5.8%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latino

2.6%

Not Hispanic or Latino

97.4%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Commute

Commute rate

86.8%

Commute time to work

17 mins

Work from home

13.2%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Education

Less than high school

24.2%

High school graduate or GED

20.3%

Some college or associate degree

11.5%

Bachelor’s degree or higher

44%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Comparison of Duluth, MN with: Minnesota United States

Duluth, MN

Total population87,093

Rent$1,087

Year built1951

Household income$68,807

Per capita income$41,503

Poverty rate16.8%

Unemployment rate2.2%

Minnesota State

Total population5,739,445

Rent$1,280

Year built1979

Household income$89,062

Per capita income$48,237

Poverty rate9.3%

Unemployment rate3%

United States

Total population334,922,499

Rent$1,413

Year built1980

Household income$80,734

Per capita income$44,673

Poverty rate12.5%

Unemployment rate4%

Metric	CityDuluth, MN	StateMinnesota	CountryUnited States
Total population	87,093	5,739,445	334,922,499
Rent	$1,087	$1,280	$1,413
Year built	1951	1979	1980
Household income	$68,807	$89,062	$80,734
Per capita income	$41,503	$48,237	$44,673
Poverty rate	16.8%	9.3%	12.5%
Unemployment rate	2.2%	3%	4%

View the complete comparison of Duluth, MN, Minnesota and United States →

Summary for Duluth, MN

Duluth is located in Minnesota.

Rent & Income

In Duluth, the typical monthly rent is $1,087 and the typical household income is $68,807. Rent here is lower than in both Minnesota and the U.S., and household income is also lower than in both. The estimated poverty rate is 16.8%, which is higher than in both Minnesota and national.

Housing & Affordability

This area is primarily owner-occupied, with renters accounting for about 40.6% of households. About 51.2% of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing, indicating high cost burden.

Education & Employment

Educational attainment is high, with about 44% of adults holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. The local unemployment rate is 2.2%, which is lower than both Minnesota and the national rate.

Duluth, MN — Rent vs Household Income

Duluth, MN — Poverty vs Unemployment

How Duluth, MN compares in Minnesota (19 places)

Metric	This place	Rank	Starts from	Statewide range
Rent	$1,087	2 / 19	from lower rent	$1,003 – $1,908
Household income	$68,807	18 / 19	from higher income	$61,374 – $139,041
Poverty rate	16.8%	18 / 19	from lower poverty	2.9% – 20.2%
Unemployment rate	2.2%	10 / 19	from lower unemployment	1.8% – 3.1%

Rankings are calculated among cities and communities in Minnesota with total population > 50,000 (year 2024).

Detailed Ranking Explanation for Duluth, MN

Rent

When it comes to rent costs, Duluth places 2nd among 19 large places in Minnesota. Across the state, rents run from $1,003 in St. Cloud, MN up to $1,908 in Woodbury, MN.

Household income

For household income, Duluth ranks 18th out of 19 large places. Across Minnesota, incomes range from $61,374 in St. Cloud, MN to $139,041 in Lakeville, MN.

Poverty rate

Looking at poverty, Duluth ranks 18th out of 19 large places. Statewide poverty rates range from 2.9% in Lakeville, MN to 20.2% in St. Cloud, MN.

Unemployment rate

Duluth places 10th among 19 large communities for unemployment. Statewide figures run from 1.8% to 3.1%.

💰 Rent in Duluth, MN (with Utilities)

Estimated Monthly Rent: $1,087 ℹ️ What’s Included:
✅ Base rent, electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuels
❌ Not included: internet, cable TV, renter's insurance, parking

💡 What does this rent estimate mean?

Explanation: This estimate shows what renters typically pay each month for housing, including the apartment or home and essential utilities such as heat, water, and electricity. Even when utilities are billed separately, an estimated average cost for utilities is included, in line with the U.S. Census Bureau’s (ACS) definition of gross rent.

Included in this number: Rent plus electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuel.

Not included: Internet, cable, parking, renter’s insurance, or furniture rental.

Note: This cost does not depend on the number of people living in the home.

👨‍👧‍👦 Household Income in Duluth, MN

Annual Household Income: $68,807

💡 What does Household Income mean?

Definition: This represents the middle value of all household incomes in this area — half of households earn less, and half earn more.

Includes: wages, salaries, self-employment income, Social Security, pensions, investments, unemployment, public assistance, and rental income.

Does NOT include: capital gains, non-cash benefits (like food stamps), or tax refunds.

Household = any group of people (or a single person) living in the same housing unit.

Example: A couple earning $40,000 and $30,000 together have a household income of $70,000. If that's in the middle of all local incomes, it's the value shown here.

📉 Poverty Rate in Duluth, MN

Estimated Rate: 16.8%

💡 What does the Poverty Rate represent?

Definition: The percentage of people in this area living below the federal poverty threshold.

How it works: The threshold is a dollar amount set by the U.S. Census Bureau that varies by family size and age. If a household's income is below that level, everyone in it is included in this rate.

Example: In a town of 10,000 people, if 1,500 have incomes below the poverty line, the poverty rate is 15%.

Note: This statistic only includes people living in households; it does not count those in student housing, military barracks, or nursing homes.

🏘️ Renter vs. Owner Households in Duluth, MN

In Duluth, MN, households that rent: 15,211 (40.6%)

📊 What does the renter household percentage reveal about this area?

Household Type	Count	Share
Renter-Occupied	15,211	40.6%
Owner-Occupied	22,236	59.4%

Definition: This is the percentage of households that rent their home rather than own it. It includes only occupied housing units.

Why it matters: Areas with a high share of renter households often have younger populations, higher mobility, and different housing needs compared to mostly owner-occupied areas.

Example: If 65% of homes in an area are renter-occupied, it means 65 out of every 100 households rent their home.

📉 Renters Spending Over 30% of Income on Rent in Duluth, MN

In Duluth, MN, cost-burdened renters (households spending over 30% of income on housing): 7,793 (51.2%)

🏚️ What Does It Mean When Renters Spend Over 30% of Their Income on Housing?

Household Group	Households	Share
Cost-burdened renters (over 30%)	7,793	51.2%
Other renter households	7,418	48.8%
Total renter households	15,211	100%

Shares are calculated as a percentage of renter households.

This shows how many renters in this area are considered cost-burdened — meaning they spend more than 30% of their income on housing (rent and basic utilities).

It’s a sign that housing might be unaffordable in the area or that lower-income residents may be struggling with rent.

Data comes from the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey.

📊 Education Levels in Duluth, MN

Less than High School: 13,500 people (24.2%)

Includes adults who did not complete high school.

High School Graduate or GED: 11,300 people (20.3%)

Includes adults whose highest education is a high school diploma or GED.

Some College or Associate Degree: 6,426 people (11.5%)

Includes adults who attended college without completing a bachelor’s degree (some college or associate degree).

Bachelor’s Degree or Higher: 24,552 people (44%)

Includes adults with a bachelor’s degree or higher (bachelor’s, master’s, professional, or doctoral degree).

👥 Total Adults (25+): 55,778

📊 Unemployment Rate in Duluth, MN

Estimated Rate: 2.2%

💡 What does Unemployment Rate mean?

Definition: The unemployment rate is the percentage of people in the labor force who do not have a job but are actively looking for one.

Labor Force = Employed + Unemployed (aged 16+ and actively participating in the workforce).

Formula: (Unemployed ÷ Labor Force) × 100

Does NOT include: People who are retired, students not looking for work, homemakers, or otherwise not seeking employment.

Example: If there are 1000 people in the labor force and 80 are unemployed, then the unemployment rate is 8%.

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Source: ACS 5-Year Estimates (U.S. Census Bureau) — unemployment rate from BLS. Some values are derived metrics.