How much does a compensation make in Minnesota?
$78,770a year
Median yearly pay for compensations in Minnesota. That is $37.87 an hour or $6,564 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.87
- Vs. national median
- +1%
- Rank among states
- 19 of 50
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,840Median: $78,770Highest 10%: $130,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,840 | $18.67 | |
| 25th | $63,760 | $30.65 | |
| Median | $78,770 | $37.87 | |
| 75th | $101,100 | $48.61 | |
| 90th | $130,900 | $62.94 |
Cities in Minnesota
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Rochester, MN | $108,200 |
| Duluth, MN | $82,290 |
| Fargo, ND | $80,030 |
| Minneapolis, MN | $79,270 |
| St. Cloud, MN | $74,000 |
| Sioux Falls, SD | $64,490 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for compensations.
| 16. Michigan | $79,480 |
| 17. Illinois | $79,300 |
| 18. Alaska | $79,160 |
| 19. Minnesota | $78,770 |
| 20. Maine | $77,400 |
| 21. Vermont | $76,030 |
| 22. Ohio | $75,780 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a compensation make an hour in Minnesota?
The median hourly pay in Minnesota is $37.87 ($78,770 a year).
Do compensations make more in Minnesota than the national average?
Yes: $78,770 against $78,210 nationally, 1% more.
Where does Minnesota rank for compensation pay?
Minnesota ranks 19 of 50 states.
Which city in Minnesota pays compensations the most?
Rochester, MN, with a median of $108,200 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.