Alborn is an unincorporated community in Alborn Township, Saint Louis County, Minnesota, United States.The community of Alborn is located 29 miles northwest of the city of Duluth; and 5 miles west of U.S. 53 at Independence. Nearby places include Prosit, Culver, Burnett, Brookston, and Independence.The center of Alborn is generally considered at the junction of Saint Louis County Highway 7 and County Highway 47; located in the eastern portion of Alborn Township. The Artichoke River flows through the community.Local business establishments include the Clip Joint Bar and Grill.