Nursing homes in Duluth, MN
According to the federal Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Nursing Home Compare program, Duluth has 8 of the 14,703 certified U.S. nursing homes, averaging 2.4 of 5 CMS stars in March 2026, below the 3.2-star Minnesota average. Methodology.
- 8
- Certified homes
- 2.4 ★
- Well below average for MN · Minnesota 3.2
- 1
- Five-star homes
- 695
- Certified beds
All 8 nursing homes in Duluth, ranked
| # | Facility | Overall rating | Beds | Fines (3-yr) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ecumen Lakeshore | 60 | None | |
| 2 | Aftenro Home | 54 | None | |
| 3 | The North Shore Estates Llc | 70 | None | |
| 4 | Viewcrest Health Center | 88 | $61K | |
| 5 | Benedictine Health Center | 96 | None | |
| 6 | Franciscan Health Center | 47 | None | |
| 7 | Bayshore Residence and Rehabilitation Center | 140 | $132K | |
| 8 | Hilltop Healthcare Rehabilitation and Skilled Nurs | 140 | $245K |
Ratings in Duluth are best read against Minnesota and national peers: CMS force-curves the overall star within each state. See the full Minnesota directory or the national best-rated ranking.
Before you choose a nursing home in Duluth
A star rating is a starting point, not the whole story. These guides explain what drives the numbers:
This page is for general information and comparison only and is not medical advice. CMS ratings measure relative performance, not absolute safety; confirm a facility's current status with the home and your physician or your state survey agency before making a decision.
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Nursing Home Compare 5-Star Quality Rating, Duluth, MN · 2024 Star ratings combine health inspections, staffing, and quality measures. Updated quarterly by CMS.
