Best Hospitals in St. Louis County
Compare 8 hospitals in St. Louis County, Minnesota.
About 22.4% of St. Louis County's population is aged 65+ (44,921 residents). The 65+ population has grown +10.5% since 2020. Median household income is $69,455. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
| Facility | Rating | City | Ownership |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essentia Health St Mary'S Medical Center | 4 | Duluth | Non-profit |
| Essentia Health Virginia | 4 | Virginia | Government |
| Range Regional Health Services | 4 | Hibbing | Non-profit |
| St Lukes Hospital | 3 | Duluth | Non-profit |
| Cook Hospital | Not rated | Cook | Government |
| Ely - Bloomenson Community Hospital | Not rated | Ely | Non-profit |
| Essentia Health Duluth | Not rated | Duluth | Non-profit |
| Essentia Health Northern Pines Medical Center | Not rated | Aurora | Non-profit |
St. Louis County: residents 65+ over time
How are these ratings calculated?
The CMS five-star quality rating comes from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Read our plain-language explainer for hospitals to understand exactly what each star means — and what it does not.
Data as of June 20, 2026 · Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog.