Cost of Living in Duluth, MN
Population: 86,863 • 2026 Data
$66,263
Median Household Income
-14% vs national
$1,037
Median Monthly Rent
-23% vs national
$225,700
Median Home Value
-33% vs national
4.8%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Duluth
The median home value in Duluth, MN is $225,700. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,037, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,117.
Rent-to-income ratio: 18.8%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Duluth, MN is $66,263. The unemployment rate stands at 4.8%, with a labor force of 48,294 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.