Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Minnesota | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $101,510 | $98,331 | +3% |
| Median hourly wage | $48.80 | $47.27 | +3% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $102,951.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minneapolis | $94,677 | $71,500 | $115,500 | 109 |
The median annual salary for a Registered Nurse in Minnesota is $101,510, or about $48.80 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Registered Nurses is $98,331. Minnesota is +3% above the national median.
Entry-level registered nurses in Minnesota typically earn from $71,500 depending on the city and employer.
With 70,110 registered nurse jobs on record and a median salary of $101,510, Minnesota offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.