Home Health Aides in Duluth, MN
Trained help with personal care, mobility and daily routines at home, hired privately or through a Medicare-certified agency. Post what you need in Duluth for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Home Health Aides in Duluth, MN: the local picture
10 Medicare-certified home health agencies list Duluth ZIP codes in their service area; the highest-rated are below, and 7 of those list home health aide services. Agency aides are usually part of care a doctor orders. For help beyond those visits, families hire an aide directly.
Home health and personal care aides in Minnesota earn a median $18.45 an hour (BLS, May 2025), with the middle half between $17.60 and $21.07.
Duluth has about 15,068 residents aged 65 or older, 30% of whom report a disability.
Duluth compared with St. Louis County and Minnesota
| Census figure | Duluth | St. Louis County | Minnesota |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 30% | 30% | 28% |
| Residents 65 or older | 17% | 21% | 17% |
| Residents 85 or older | 2.3% | 2.5% | 2.1% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 37% | 32% | 30% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 9.6% | 9.5% | 8.8% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 4.6% | 3.2% | 12% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $55,688 | $54,929 | — |
Older residents in towns around Duluth
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Proctor, MN | 5.0 mi | 732 | 45% |
| Hermantown, MN | 5.4 mi | 1,737 | 30% |
| Superior, WI | 6.2 mi | 4,778 | 37% |
| Rice Lake, MN | 9.3 mi | 949 | 19% |
| Cloquet, MN | 18 mi | 2,175 | 33% |
| Two Harbors, MN | 28 mi | 694 | 40% |
Medicare-certified home health agencies serving Duluth
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aveanna Home Health | Duluth, MN | 2.9 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, home health aides | (218) 733-3485 |
| Centerwell Home Health | Duluth, MN | 2.9 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (800) 677-2244 |
| Ecumen Home Care Lakeshore | Duluth, MN | 8.2 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, home health aides | (218) 625-7848 |
| Essentia Health Moose Lake Home Care | Moose Lake, MN | 37 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (218) 485-5506 |
| Tru Home Health, Inc | Arden Hills, MN | 128 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (612) 767-6272 |
| Caringedge Healthcare Of Hermantown LLC | Hermantown, MN | 4.2 mi | 2.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (218) 216-7243 |
| Benedictine Health Center Duluth | Duluth, MN | 4.2 mi | 2.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy | (218) 740-4290 |
| Aspirus St. Luke's At Home - Home Care - Duluth | Duluth, MN | 2.5 mi | 2 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (218) 249-6111 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Duluth. Medicare (CMS) data, October 2026; call ahead to confirm. We are not affiliated with these providers.
What a home health aide can help with
- Bathing, grooming, dressing and toileting
- Transfers, walking and positioning
- Meals and help with eating
- Medication reminders
What home health aides costs in Duluth
At the Minnesota median aide wage of $18.45 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,599 a month in wages, which is 34% of the $4,641 monthly median income of Duluth households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Minnesota's minimum wage is $11.41 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026).
Hiring directly, you agree the rate with the caregiver and usually become the household employer (U.S. Department of Labor rules). Some families qualify for programs that pay for care at home; see Medicaid programs for family caregivers: who can be paid, and the rules in 12 states.
What to know before hiring a home health aide
Federal rules require home health aides who work for Medicare-certified agencies to complete at least 75 hours of training, including 16 hours of supervised practical training, or pass a competency evaluation (42 CFR 484.80). Many states add their own requirements.
Questions worth asking: Where did you train, and can I see the certificate? Have you worked for a home health agency? Which transfers and equipment are you trained on? More in our home health aides guide.
CaregiverConnect does not run background checks. Check identity, references and any certification yourself before anyone starts. The Safety Center explains how.
Home Health Aides in Duluth: common questions
Which home health agencies serve Duluth?
Medicare lists 10 certified agencies whose service area includes Duluth ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Aveanna Home Health (4.5 of 5), Centerwell Home Health (4 of 5), Ecumen Home Care Lakeshore (3.5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does home health aides cost in Duluth?
At the Minnesota median aide wage of $18.45 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,599 a month in wages, which is 34% of the $4,641 monthly median income of Duluth households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Minnesota's minimum wage is $11.41 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026).
What is the difference between a home health aide and a CNA?
Both are trained in personal care. A certified nursing assistant (CNA) has passed a state exam and is on the state nurse aide registry, and often works in nursing homes and hospitals. A home health aide is trained for care in the home. Neither does skilled nursing.
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Home Health Aides in nearby cities
- Home Health Aides in Proctor, MN
- Home Health Aides in Hermantown, MN
- Home Health Aides in Superior, WI
- Home Health Aides in Rice Lake, MN
- Home Health Aides in Cloquet, MN
- Home Health Aides in Two Harbors, MN
- Home Health Aides in Moose Lake, MN
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Sources
Census ACS 2020–2024 5-year; CMS provider data (October 25, 2026); U.S. DOL state minimum wages (July 1, 2026); BLS OEWS May 2025 aide wages, which cover employed aides rather than private rates.
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