US ZIP Code
55811

Duluth, MN

St. Louis County  ·  Minnesota

● Active
👥 27,907 Population
💰 $77,877 Median HH Income
≈ Avg ↑ 14% since 2019
🎂 38.1 Median Age ↑ 3% since 2019
🏠 $299,300 Median Home Value
≈ Avg ↑ 47% since 2019
🎓 53.4% College Grads
▲ 38% above avg
📊 3.3% Unemployment
▼ 33% below avg ↑ 8% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code55811
CityDuluth
StateMinnesota (MN)
CountySt. Louis County
Area Code218
Elevation1,406 ft
Latitude46.83855
Longitude-92.222193
TimezoneChicago (DST)
FIPS27137
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 49.1% (13,713) Female 50.9% (14,194) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 91.5%Hispanic: 2%Black: 1.2%Asian: 1.7%Other: 2.8%Race
White91.5%
Hispanic2.0%
Black1.2%
Asian1.7%
Other2.8%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
5%
5–17
14%
18–24
17%
25–44
23%
45–64
21%
65+
9%

Key Indicators

Median Age38.1 yrs ↑ 3% since 2019
Avg Household Size2.34
Below Poverty10.8% ▲ 8% above avg
College Grads53.4% ▲ 38% above avg
Unemployment3.3% ▼ 33% below avg
No HS Diploma83 (0.5%)
HS Graduate3,824 (22.4%)
Some College1,343 (7.9%)
Associates2,708 (15.9%)
Bachelors2,148 (12.6%)
Graduate Degree6,970 (40.8%)

Education

No HS: 0.5%HS Grad: 22.4%Some College: 7.9%Associates: 15.9%Bachelors: 12.6%Graduate: 40.8%Edu
No HS0.5%
HS Grad22.4%
Some College7.9%
Associates15.9%
Bachelors12.6%
Graduate40.8%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 70.3%Renter: 29.7%Tenure
Owner70.3%
Renter29.7%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
2%
$50k–100k
2%
$100k–150k
4%
$150k–200k
10%
$200k–300k
32%
$300k–500k
35%
Over $500k
14%

Financials

Median HH Income$77,877 ≈ Avg ↑ 14% since 2019
Median Home Value$299,300 ≈ Avg ↑ 47% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio3.8x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$1,339/mo ↑ 28% since 2019
Total Units11,640
Vacant Units548
Avg HH Size2.34

Income Distribution

Under $25k
11%
$25k–50k
13%
$50k–75k
20%
$75k–100k
16%
$100k–150k
20%
$150k–200k
10%
Over $200k
11%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
86%
Public Transit
0%
Walked
4%
Work From Home
10%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
50%
15–30 min
41%
30–45 min
5%
Over 45 min
4%
Housing Stock

Year Built

Before 1940
3%
1940s–1950s
13%
1960s–1970s
9%
1980s–1990s
16%
2000+
58%

Summary

Total Units11,640
Vacant548
Owner Occupied70.3%
Renter Occupied29.7%
Avg HH Size2.34
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 55811 is in Duluth, MN, in St. Louis County.
ZIP code 55811 is located in Minnesota (MN).
ZIP code 55811 is in St. Louis County, MN.
ZIP 55811 observes the Chicago timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 55811 is 27,907 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 55811 is $77,877 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 55811 is $299,300 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 55811

ZIP code 55811 is located in Duluth, Minnesota, within St. Louis County. With a population of 27,907, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 38.1 years. Economically, 55811 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $77,877 is near the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 55811 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $299,300 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,339 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 70.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 47% since 2019.

The population of 55811 is primarily White (91.48%). Residents are well-educated — 53.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 10.8%. Household income has grown by 14% since 2019.

The unemployment rate in 55811 stands at 3.3%, which is below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 80%.

Overall, ZIP code 55811 in Duluth, MN is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 27,907 residents, a median household income of $77,877, and a median home value of $299,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Minnesota.