HEALTHCARE
World class healthcare is available through the two largest healthcare systems in the northland, Essentia Health and Aspirus St. Luke's Hospital, investing over $1 Billion in our region with Duluth as the next destination medical region. Duluth’s medical district encompasses a six-block area in downtown connected by an extensive skywalk system.
AVIATION
Duluth’s aviation hub is on the rise. Our international airport has daily flights on three major airlines with opportunities to build your HQ with easy access to the runway. We’re proud to be home to Cirrus Aircraft, the largest manufacturer of piston aircraft in the world. Monaco Air and other area aviation partners contribute to this flourishing sector in Duluth and bring in new exciting opportunities.
MANUFACTURING
Manufacturing is a thriving industry in Duluth. Our skilled workers make everything from cranes to personal jets. Growing manufacturing companies based in Duluth include Altec, ME Global, Bendtec, IPS Cranes, Ikonics, and Gerdau.
Duluth is accessible by air, water, rail and interstate highways to supply chains and international markets. Diverse transportation options make Duluth ideal for manufacturing companies to impact economic prosperity and job growth.
TECHNOLOGY
It’s easy for tech companies to thrive in Duluth. With average summer highs of just 74°F and Lake Superior’s average water temperature around 40°F, keeping equipment cool is both environmentally friendly and cost-effective.
In the late 1800s, Duluth had more millionaires per capita than anywhere else in the United States—and our historic architecture still reflects that legacy. Ornate stonework, detailed plaster, massive timbers, and 100-year-old brick buildings create inspiring and unique spaces for your next tech location.
Duluth is already home to nationally recognized companies like Involta (Ark Data Centers), Sansio, and Citon Computer—proving that innovation and industry are right at home on the shore of Lake Superior.
TRANSPORTATION
Duluth is a full-service city for your business. With four class-1 rails, international shipping, its immediate connection to I-35 and only a two-hour distance from Minneapolis/St. Paul, your goods will have no problem getting to where they need to go.
No matter what you need to transport and where, Duluth is your hub to get your goods to their destination.
- Top-ranked North American port according to the Railway Industrial Clearance Association.
- Connected via a high-capacity rail network that spans the continent
- Internationally connected via the Great Lakes St. Lawrence Seaway System
- Duluth international airport makes Duluth globally connected by air
- Two hours north of Minneapolis/St. Paul via I-35