Living in Carlton County, Minnesota

Carlton County is a county in Minnesota with a population of around 35,569, part of the Duluth, MN-WI MSA metro area. The main communities are Cloquet, Moose Lake, Scanlon.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $776/month, well below the national average, with a median home price of around $274K. The county has a low unemployment rate at 4.4%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings freezing winters (highs around 25°F) and cool summers (highs around 74°F). The area has hurricane risk worth factoring into home insurance decisions.

Demographics

Carlton County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 41 and a predominantly working-class population (22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes competitive.