Total Population
199,418
Population
Growth Rate
-0.12%
Median Age
44
Diversity Index
25.100
County Seat: Duluth
St. Louis County in northeastern Minnesota stretches from the international port city of Duluth to the Canadian border. It encompasses much of the eastern Iron Range, including Hibbing and the Quad Cities (Eveleth, Gilbert, Mountain Iron, Virginia) plus Ely, a popular gateway to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. Major industries include mining, wood and paper products, shipping/transportation, health care and tourism. The region offers convenient access to air, rail, seaway and highway transportation. It features excellent K-12 and higher education, a thriving medical community and outstanding recreational opportunities.
Year | Population | Households | Average Household Size | Average Household Income |
---|---|---|---|---|
2015 | 200,418 | 85,856 | 2.23 | $59,085 |
2020 | 201,931 | 86,828 | 2.22 | $67,387 |
Source: Northland Connection, ESRI
Households
86,747
Owner Occupied
63,248
Renter Occupied
23,499
Vacant
17,523
Median Household
$63,547 $72,825
Average Household
$89,106 $102,155
Per Capita
$38,892 $44,957
Total Businesses
8,420
Total Employed
120,845
Workers 16+
95,677
2023 HealthCare / Social Assistance
Businesses
902
Employed
27,822
2023 Retail Trade Businesses
Businesses
1,110
Employed
14,081
2023 Public Administration
Businesses
565
Employed
11,225
2023 Accommodation / Food Service
Businesses
662
Employed
10,517
2023 Food Service / Drinking Est.
Businesses
449
Employed
7,980
2023 Educational Services - Businesses
Businesses
191
Employed
7,479
Average Commute Time
20 min.
Resident Commuters
85,957
Non-Resident Commuters
5,290
Drive Alone
75,303
Carpooled
6,797
Public
1,466
Work At Home
6,919