Median Age
41 Years
Largest Age Group
15-24 Years
Approximately 14% of Residents
Under 20
24%
Over 65
21%
Hermantown
Hermantown, MN Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,610
Population
9,856
Renter Mix
28% Rent
Sprawling farmland just off of Lake Superior and the city of Duluth
Rural
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Pastoral
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Lake
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Family-Friendly
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Peaceful
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Convenient
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Hermantown is known for its spacious lots, sprawling fields, and close-knit community. This city is home to both Keene Creek Park and is near Brewer Park, offering scenic views at the top of the Brewer Park Mountain Trail. Though this city is mainly residential, there are a few local businesses and restaurants around town like Beacon Sports Bar & Grill, along with the Burning Tree Plaza, featuring several department stores.
Located a few miles off of the western banks of Lake Superior, residents of this secluded city have easy access to fishing, boating, and more aquatic recreation when the season allows. The Duluth International Airport is adjacent to Hermantown, and Downtown Duluth, located directly on the lake, is a quick nine miles west.
Enjoy great breweries, entertainment, and historic sites like the Lake Superior Railroad Museum, the Great Lakes Aquarium, The Bentleyville Tour of Lights, and Canal Park Brewing Company. Explore other attractions near Hermantown including the Lake Superior Zoo, the Spirit Mountain Recreation Area, Lake Superior College, the University of Minnesota Duluth, and Miller Hill Mall.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$91,541
Average: $114,559
Education
3,042
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
5,317
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Hermantown has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
28%
Non-Renters
72%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
26%
Other Education
74%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Hermantown, MN is $1,350 for a studio, $1,609 for one bedroom, $1,854 for two bedrooms, and $1,997 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Hermantown has increased by 4.9% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,609/month
695 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Hermantown, MN is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
20
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
20
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
739 Students
Public
Grades K-8
680 Students
Public
Grades K-8
680 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
Public
Grades 9-12
660 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Alworth Planetarium
- Spirit Mountain
- Lake Superior Zoo
- Lake Superior & Mississippi Railroad
- North Shore Scenic Railroad
Military Bases
Airports
- Duluth International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.