WorldAtlas Says Duluth Is The Best College Town In The Country

This is a bit surprising - but we'll take it! Duluth was just given a pretty incredible title. It's even better when you realize that we were up against some very famous, very large cities for this new honor.

Duluth has been named the best college town in the country. Yup, out of all the college towns in America, Duluth is the very best. I think we would all agree with that, right?

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I stumbled upon this great news courtesy of WorldAtlas, which has deemed our little town the best college town. That's pretty exciting! The website provides 'well-researched' and entertaining content on different places around the country, science and more.

They really know what they are talking about because they just deemed Duluth the best college town in America this year. Let's dive into how we took the top spot.

University of Minnesota Duluth (UMD) roadside sign in Duluth, MN

Why Duluth Was Named The Best College Town In America

First and foremost, Duluth was given this title in big part due to the University Of Minnesota. According to WorldAtlas, the continued success of UMD has 'cemented' Duluth as the best college town in the country.

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We also have some other great options that give locals and those looking to move here for college options. There is a lot of school spirit which definitely contributes to the area so this definitely checks out.

Nick Cooper - TSM Duluth

While UMD contributed very heavily to helping us succeed here, WorldAtlas also mentions all that there is to do in Duluth that sets it apart from other college towns, citing Canal Park, everything there is to do along Lake Superior and of course, all of our trails and such.

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When all is said and done, WorldAtlas has summarized things perfectly, writing that it would be 'nearly impossible' to separate Duluth from UMD given how the two have shaped each other over the years. The boost UMD gives the local economy is also mentioned.

University of Minnesota Duluth (UMD) light pole banner on campus in Duluth, MN

Perhaps most importantly, though, is how much the students bring to Duluth, writing:

UMD [...] also significantly influences the community's social fabric by infusing energy, curiosity, and new perspectives through each influx of students.