Director of Nursing Salary Guide: Minnesota

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Average Director of Nursing Salary

$56.05/hour

The average salary for a Director of Nursing in Minnesota is $56.05 per hour. This is 3% higher than the US average of $54.10.

Last updated on October 22, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Director of Nursing salaries in Minnesota compared to National Averages

$56.05/hour

Minnesota

3% higher than the US average.

$54.10/hour

United States

How does the pay for Directors of Nursing in Minnesota compare to nearby states?

Only North Dakota reports pay data for Director of Nursings, averaging $40 per hour. North Dakota also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $40. For comparison, the Minnesota average for Director of Nursings is $56 per hour — North Dakota pays 29% less.

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
North Dakota	$40	$40

Last updated on October 22, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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