Salary Report for Minnesota Nurse Practitioners
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Compare Minnesota to U.S.
Minnesota Nurse Practitioners earn an average of $127,010 which is 7% more than the national average salary of $118,040.
| Type | Minnesota | U.S. | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Hourly Wage | $61.06 | $56.75 | 7.59% |
| Average Annual Salary | $127,010 | $118,040 | 7.60% |
Salary Range by Education and Experience
In Minnesota, 50% of Nurse Practitioners earn between $102,370 and $133,740 a year, depending on factors such as level of education, experience, location and place of employment.
About 10% of Nurse Practitioners earn more than $163,360, a rate generally associated with highly educated and experienced Nurse Practitioners.
Approximately 10% of Nurse Practitioners earn under $92,710, a rate generally reserved for less experienced or entry level Nurse Practitioners.
| Percent | Experience | Employed | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | Less than a Year | 449 | Under $92,710 |
| 15% | 2 – 4 years | 674 | $92,710 – $102,370 |
| 25% | 5 – 9 years | 1,122 | $102,370 – $127,690 |
| 25% | 10 – 14 years | 1,122 | $127,690 – $133,740 |
| 15% | 15 – 20 years | 674 | $127,690 – $163,360 |
| 10% | 20+ years | 449 | Above $163,360 |
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living
After being adjusted for cost-of-living, Nurse Practitioners in Minnesota nurses earn about $128,787 per year which is less than the average U.S. nurse of $118,040.
Cost-of-living in Minnesota is 1% less than the national average, which means Minnesota residents have an overall less cost for food, housing, utilities and transportation compared to other states.
More cost-of-living reports for U.S. States.
Salary Compared to Related Professions
With an average annual salary of $127,010, Minnesota Nurse Practitioners tend to earn less than Nurse Anesthetists ($214,460).
However, Nurse Practitioners tend to earn more than Nursing Assistants ($36,730), LPNs ($51,160), Nursing Instructors ($79,120), Registered Nurses ($84,030), and Nurse Midwives ($119,970).
| Title | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Nurse Anesthetists | $214,460 |
| Nurse Practitioners | $127,010 |
| Nurse Midwives | $119,970 |
| Registered Nurses | $84,030 |
| Nursing Instructors | $79,120 |
| LPNs | $51,160 |
| Nursing Assistants | $36,730 |
Projected Demand for Nurses in 2030
The U.S. Department of Labor projects that in Minnesota the three professions needing the most new nurses by 2030 are Registered Nurses (76,540), Nursing Assistants (30,480) and LPNs (15,360).
The three professions in Minnesota needing highest percentage new nurses by 2030 are Nurse Practitioners (45.7%), Nursing Instructors (18.9%) and Nurse Midwives (13%).
| Title | 2020 | 2030 | Change | Yearly Openings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | 71,780 | 76,540 | 6.6% | 4,320 |
| Nursing Assistants | 29,420 | 30,480 | 3.6% | 3,720 |
| LPNs | 14,410 | 15,360 | 6.6% | 1,220 |
| Nurse Practitioners | 4,110 | 5,990 | 45.7% | 450 |
| Nurse Anesthetists | 1,320 | 1,480 | 12.1% | 90 |
| Nursing Instructors | 1,220 | 1,450 | 18.9% | 140 |
| Nurse Midwives | 230 | 260 | 13% | 20 |
Salaries Ranked by Minnesota Cities
The average salary for Nurse Practitioners in Minnesota is $127,010. The top cities that pay Nurse Practitioners the most are Duluth ($146,740), Mankato-North Mankato ($134,850) and Southeast Minnesota Nonmetropolitan Area ($129,340).
When adjusted for cost-of-living, the cities that pay Nurse Practitioners the highest average annual salary are Duluth ($165,639), Mankato-North Mankato ($146,116) and Southeast Minnesota Nonmetropolitan Area ($145,982).
The following table shows the average yearly salary range for Nurse Practitioners in each city, and the average yearly salary after being adjusted for cost-of-living in that state.
The difference column shows how much more or less purchasing power a Nurse Practitioners salary will have in that area.
| Area | Average Salary | COL Adjusted | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duluth | $146,740 | $165,639 | $18,899 |
| Mankato-North Mankato | $134,850 | $146,116 | $11,266 |
| Southeast Minnesota Nonmetropolitan Area | $129,340 | $145,982 | $16,642 |
| Rochester | $127,490 | $134,582 | $7,092 |
| Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington | $125,940 | $122,047 | $-3,893 |
| Southwest Minnesota Nonmetropolitan Area | $122,580 | $138,352 | $15,772 |
| St. Cloud | $122,180 | $131,546 | $9,366 |
| Northwest Minnesota Nonmetropolitan Area | $120,960 | $136,524 | $15,564 |
| Northeast Minnesota Nonmetropolitan Area | $107,570 | $121,411 | $13,841 |
Salary FAQ for Minnesota Nurse Practitioners
City and Rural Summaries
Duluth
Average Nurse Practitioners Salary: $146,740
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $165,639
Hourly Wage: $70.55
Currently Employed: 300
Cost-of-Living Index: 88.59
Duluth Salary Report
Mankato-North Mankato
Average Nurse Practitioners Salary: $134,850
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $146,116
Hourly Wage: $65
Currently Employed: 100
Cost-of-Living Index: 92.29
Mankato-North Mankato Salary Report
Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington
Average Nurse Practitioners Salary: $125,940
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $122,047
Hourly Wage: $60.55
Currently Employed: 2,340
Cost-of-Living Index: 103.19
Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington Salary Report
Northeast Minnesota Nonmetropolitan Area
Average Nurse Practitioners Salary: $107,570
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $121,411
Hourly Wage: $52
Currently Employed: 60
Cost-of-Living Index: 88.60
Northeast Minnesota Nonmetropolitan Area Salary Report
Northwest Minnesota Nonmetropolitan Area
Average Nurse Practitioners Salary: $120,960
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $136,524
Hourly Wage: $58.16
Currently Employed: 240
Cost-of-Living Index: 88.60
Northwest Minnesota Nonmetropolitan Area Salary Report
Rochester
Average Nurse Practitioners Salary: $127,490
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $134,582
Hourly Wage: $61
Currently Employed: 940
Cost-of-Living Index: 94.73
Rochester Salary Report
Southeast Minnesota Nonmetropolitan Area
Average Nurse Practitioners Salary: $129,340
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $145,982
Hourly Wage: $62.19
Currently Employed: 170
Cost-of-Living Index: 88.60
Southeast Minnesota Nonmetropolitan Area Salary Report
Southwest Minnesota Nonmetropolitan Area
Average Nurse Practitioners Salary: $122,580
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $138,352
Hourly Wage: $59
Currently Employed: 150
Cost-of-Living Index: 88.60
Southwest Minnesota Nonmetropolitan Area Salary Report
St. Cloud
Average Nurse Practitioners Salary: $122,180
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $131,546
Hourly Wage: $58.74
Currently Employed: 200
Cost-of-Living Index: 92.88
St. Cloud Salary Report
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