Long Term Care Nurse Salary Guide: Minnesota
Average Long Term Care Nurse Salary
$57.45/hour
The average salary for a Long Term Care Nurse in Minnesota is $57.45 per hour. This is 9% higher than the US average of $52.21.
Last updated on November 12, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Long Term Care Nurse salaries in Minnesota compared to National Averages
$57.45/hour
Minnesota
9% higher than the US average.
$52.21/hour
United States
What cities in Minnesota pay the most for Long Term Care Nurses?
Only Minneapolis, Minnesota reports pay data for Long Term Care Nurses, averaging $41 per hour. Minneapolis, Minnesota also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $53. For comparison, the Minnesota average for Long Term Care Nurses is $57 per hour — Minneapolis, Minnesota pays 29% less.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Minneapolis, Minnesota | $41 | $53 |
How does the pay for Long Term Care Nurses in Minnesota compare to nearby states?
Wisconsin pays Long Term Care Nurses the most, averaging $64 per hour, followed by North Dakota ($59) and Missouri ($56). Wisconsin also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $69. For comparison, the Minnesota average for Long Term Care Nurses is $57 per hour — Wisconsin pays 12% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | $64 | $69 |
| North Dakota | $59 | $63 |
| Missouri | $56 | $62 |
| Kansas | $54 | $59 |
| Illinois | $53 | $54 |
| Nebraska | $49 | $51 |
| Iowa | $46 | $50 |
| Michigan | $44 | $48 |
| South Dakota | $42 | $43 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Long Term Care Nurse jobs in Minnesota?
Perm Staff Jobs pays Long Term Care Nurses the most, averaging $50 per hour, followed by Medical Solutions Direct Hire ($46). Perm Staff Jobs also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $53. For comparison, the Minnesota average for Long Term Care Nurses is $57 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 13% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $50 | $53 |
| Medical Solutions Direct Hire | $46 | $49 |
Last updated on November 12, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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