Lutsen CDP, Minnesota Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Lutsen CDP, Minnesota Demographics
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As of 2026, Lutsen CDP, Minnesota has a total population of 234, the 653rd largest city in Minnesota, with a median household income of $78,750, which is 10% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 5.6%.

Key Takeaways

64.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Minnesota.

Lutsen CDP Quick Facts

Population 234

Median Household Income $78,750

Median Home Value $347,500

Poverty Rate 5.6%

Unemployment Rate 5.5%

Median Age 52.1 years

Homeownership Rate 86.2%

Affordability Ratio 4.4x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 64.8%

High School Graduation Rate 100.0%

Diversity Index 6/100

Population 234 653rd of 913

Median Income $78,750 above average

Poverty Rate 5.6% 55% lower national

Median Home Value $347,500 top 20%

How Lutsen CDP Compares

Median Household Income

Lutsen CDP

$78,750

$87,556

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Lutsen CDP

$347,500

$305,500

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 20.3%

$25K-$50K 1.5%

$50K-$100K 47.1%

$100K+ 31.2%

Employment

5.5% Unemployment Rate State: 3.9% | National: 5.2%

70.5% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 86.2%

Renter 13.8%

Affordability Index Moderate

4.4x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

3.4%

18-34

18.4%

35-54

36.3%

55-74

33.3%

75+

8.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 40 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Lutsen CDP Rankings in Minnesota

#653 Population of 913

#295 Median Income of 913

#23 Education of 913

#98 Home Value of 913

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Cities Similar to Lutsen CDP

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Garden City CDP	228	$77,222	$154,500	13.8%	10.1%
Williams city	219	N/A	$26,800	2.2%	10.5%
Donnelly city	246	$81,458	$97,300	19.9%	4.1%
Vergas city	241	$85,000	$163,700	20.9%	6.2%
Holland city	248	$80,391	$70,000	7.6%	16.1%

Population Overview

Lutsen CDP is a small community located in Minnesota. The total population is 234. It ranks as the 653rd most populous out of 913 cities and towns in Minnesota.

Age Demographics

The median age in Lutsen CDP is 52.1 years. This is 35% higher than the state median of 38.6 years. Only 3.4% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Lutsen CDP is $78,750. This is 10% lower than the state median of $87,556. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is about average. The poverty rate stands at 5.6%. This is 40% lower than the state poverty rate of 9.2%. The unemployment rate is 5.5%. This is 39% higher than the state rate of 3.9%. The median home value is $347,500. Housing costs are 14% higher than the state median of $305,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.4x. 86.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 19% higher than the state average of 72.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

Lutsen CDP has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 97.0% of all residents.

Education

64.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Lutsen CDP in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 67% higher than the state rate of 38.8%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 100.0%. Notably, 28.2% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Lutsen CDP, Minnesota is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Minnesota state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 913 Census-designated places in Minnesota. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Lutsen CDP, Minnesota?

Lutsen CDP, Minnesota has a population of 234 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Lutsen CDP, MN?

The median household income in Lutsen CDP is $78,750, which is about average the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Lutsen CDP, MN?

The poverty rate in Lutsen CDP is 5.6%. This means approximately 13 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Lutsen CDP, Minnesota?

Lutsen CDP's population is 97.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Lutsen CDP, MN?

The median home value in Lutsen CDP is $347,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.4x.

How educated is Lutsen CDP, Minnesota?

64.8% of adults (25+) in Lutsen CDP hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 28.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.