Registered Nurse Salary Guide: Minnesota
Average Registered Nurse Salary
Average Registered Nurse Salary
$49.51/hour
The average salary for a Registered Nurse in Minnesota is $49.51 per hour. This is 20% higher than the US average of $39.40.
Last updated on November 5, 2025. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Registered Nurse salaries in Minnesota compared to National Averages
Registered Nurse salaries in Minnesota compared to National Averages
$49.51/hour
Minnesota
20% higher than the US average.
$39.40/hour
United States
What cities in Minnesota pay the most for Registered Nurses?
What cities in Minnesota pay the most for Registered Nurses?
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Minneapolis, Minnesota | $41 | $53 |
What type of Registered Nurses make the most money in Minnesota?
What type of Registered Nurses make the most money in Minnesota?
| Specialty | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Float | $69 | $70 |
| Med Surg | $67 | $70 |
| ED - Emergency Department | $61 | $70 |
How does the pay for Registered Nurses in Minnesota compare to nearby states?
How does the pay for Registered Nurses in Minnesota compare to nearby states?
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | $58 | $64 |
| Illinois | $49 | $58 |
| Missouri | $41 | $50 |
| Michigan | $41 | $46 |
| Kansas | $33 | $39 |
| Nebraska | $32 | $42 |
| North Dakota | $32 | $40 |
| Iowa | $29 | $38 |
| South Dakota | $29 | $38 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Registered Nurse jobs in Minnesota?
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Registered Nurse jobs in Minnesota?
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Solutions Direct Hire | $46 | $51 |
Last updated on November 5, 2025. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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- 5x8 hrs
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- Medical Solutions Direct Hire
- Bemidji, MN
- 3x12 hrs, Nights
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- Medical Solutions Direct Hire
- International Falls, MN
- 5x8 hrs, Evenings
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Posted 7 days ago
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