Cost of Living in Duluth, MN
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
106.8
100 = national avg
+6.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$46,980
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$111,044
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing116.7
Food100.6
Transportation101.3
Healthcare100.5
Utilities103.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$978
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,232
per month
The overall cost of living index in Duluth is 106.8, which is 6.8% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 116.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $46,980 per year to cover basic expenses.