RankingsUpdated August 2026

The 8 Best-Rated Nursing Homes in Duluth, MN (2026)

Every CMS-certified nursing home in Duluth, MN, independently ranked by health inspection scores, staffing levels, and penalty history — never paid placement. See how our ranking method works

8Nursing Homes in Duluth
2.4/5
-0.8 vs state avgState avg: 3.20Duluth Avg Rating
$119K+$70K vs state avgState avg: $49KAvg Fine (When Penalized)
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Care landscape in Duluth

How Duluth compares with the rest of Minnesota on three signals families ask about most.

  • Population 65+23.0%

    About 16% higher than the state average of 19.9%.

    Census ACS 2023 (ZIP-weighted)
  • Nurse staff turnover48.5%

    About 14% higher than the state average of 42.4%.

    CMS PBJ 2024
  • Cognitive disability13.6%

    About the same as the state average of 13.6%.

    CDC PLACES (ZIP-weighted)

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How many facilities were evaluated in Duluth, MN?

This page evaluates 8 eligible nursing homes in Duluth, MN and shows the top 8.

How are these rankings calculated?

Facilities are ranked by CMS overall rating first. Ties are broken by fewer penalties, then health inspection rating, then staffing rating.

Should I rely on these rankings alone?

No. Use the rankings to narrow the field, then review facility profiles, confirm details directly with the provider, and get professional guidance for the care decision.

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