Minnesota Salary Data
Salary comparisons across 1 metropolitan area in Minnesota. Prices in Minnesota were 1.4% below the national level in 2024 (BEA regional price parity 98.6).
Metro Areas in Minnesota
| Metro Area | Price Level (US = 100) | vs National Level |
|---|---|---|
| Minneapolis, MN | 104.8 | +4.8% |
| Minnesota (statewide) | 98.6 | -1.4% |
Top Paying Occupations in Minnesota
| Occupation | MN Median | National Median | vs National | Metro Covered |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lawyer | $155,140 | $159,670 | -$4,530 | Minneapolis, MN |
| Software Developer | $130,050 | $135,980 | -$5,930 | Minneapolis, MN |
| Financial Analyst | $102,990 | $102,740 | +$250 | Minneapolis, MN |
| Registered Nurse | $101,510 | $97,550 | +$3,960 | Minneapolis, MN |
| Electrician | $78,160 | $63,190 | +$14,970 | Minneapolis, MN |
Salary by City — Minnesota
4Wages and Prices in Minnesota
This dataset covers 1 metropolitan area in Minnesota: Minneapolis. BEA's regional price parity for it is 104.8 (United States = 100), and the statewide figure is 98.6.
Of the occupations featured here, Lawyer has the highest statewide median at $155,140; in Minneapolis, MN, the one metro area covered here, its median is $159,620.
To compare a wage across areas, divide it by the area's regional price parity and multiply by 100. That restates it at national-average prices; it covers prices only, not taxes. For a specific role, browse all occupations and drill into each one to see side-by-side city differences within Minnesota.
Statewide median salary by occupation in Minnesota
State-level BLS OEWS May 2025 estimates (all metro and non-metro areas combined), highest median first. Each row links to the full state page for that occupation.
| Occupation | Median | 75th pct | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Physician | $367,320 | $392,360 | 5,350 |
| Marketing Manager | $173,300 | $219,250 | 8,500 |
| Pharmacist | $159,740 | $169,140 | 6,310 |
| Lawyer | $155,140 | $216,440 | 12,380 |
| HR Manager | $153,770 | $195,190 | 4,370 |
| Sales Manager | $151,670 | $200,740 | 11,240 |
| Network Engineer | $133,270 | $157,130 | 2,040 |
| Nurse Practitioner | $133,260 | $155,260 | 7,780 |
| Cybersecurity Analyst | $130,710 | $158,270 | 2,680 |
| Software Developer | $130,050 | $156,750 | 35,890 |
| Data Scientist | $128,800 | $160,910 | 4,020 |
| Machine Learning Engineer | $128,800 | $160,910 | 4,020 |
| Actuary | $128,100 | $165,970 | 1,170 |
| Construction Manager | $123,400 | $155,740 | 5,800 |
| Supply Chain Manager | $118,180 | $156,030 | 4,030 |
| Dental Hygienist | $103,970 | $116,350 | 4,110 |
| Financial Analyst | $102,990 | $128,250 | 7,450 |
| Financial Advisor | $102,660 | $166,680 | 5,280 |
| Physical Therapist | $102,010 | $107,160 | 5,180 |
| DevOps Engineer | $101,870 | $129,200 | 4,550 |
| Registered Nurse | $101,510 | $114,760 | 70,110 |
| Civil Engineer | $101,480 | $129,670 | 4,710 |
| Business Analyst | $100,790 | $127,860 | 20,700 |
| Database Administrator | $100,700 | $131,570 | 1,020 |
| Operations Manager | $99,340 | $150,530 | 72,860 |
| Mechanical Engineer | $99,140 | $128,690 | 5,890 |
| Project Manager | $97,860 | $123,080 | 18,850 |
| Plumber | $94,410 | $108,750 | 10,720 |
| Occupational Therapist | $93,050 | $100,150 | 3,670 |
| Cloud Architect | $91,750 | $131,580 | 4,180 |
| College Professor | $84,280 | $84,280 | 2,620 |
| Radiologic Technologist | $83,400 | $98,900 | 4,910 |
| Investment Banker | $83,350 | $133,270 | 8,820 |
| Technical Writer | $83,270 | $102,180 | 910 |
| UX Designer | $82,650 | $100,360 | 1,520 |
| Accountant | $81,600 | $105,020 | 30,530 |
| Tax Manager | $81,600 | $105,020 | 30,530 |
| Electrician | $78,160 | $101,410 | 14,350 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $76,350 | $91,290 | 26,640 |
| HVAC Technician | $76,350 | $87,190 | 4,200 |
| Paralegal | $75,570 | $83,420 | 7,400 |
| School Counselor | $64,600 | $78,100 | 4,200 |
| Welder | $60,280 | $65,410 | 9,270 |
| Medical Assistant | $50,480 | $58,540 | 10,580 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the highest paying jobs in Minnesota?
Among the occupations featured on this page, Lawyer has the highest statewide median in Minnesota at $155,140 per year, followed by Software Developer at $130,050. Source: BLS OEWS May 2025.
How do prices in Minnesota compare with the rest of the country?
The U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis puts the regional price parity for Minnesota at 98.6 for 2024, where the United States is 100. That is 1.4% below the national level. For the metro area covered here: Minneapolis, MN 104.8.