Nursing Home Nurse Salary Guide: Minnesota
Average Nursing Home Nurse Salary
$55.82/hour
The average salary for a Nursing Home Nurse in Minnesota is $55.82 per hour. This is 15% higher than the US average of $47.58.
Last updated on April 22, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Nursing Home Nurse salaries in Minnesota compared to National Averages
$55.82/hour
Minnesota
15% higher than the US average.
$47.58/hour
United States
What cities in Minnesota pay the most for Long Term Care Nurses?
Only Minneapolis, Minnesota reports pay data for Nursing Home Nurses, averaging $41 per hour. Minneapolis, Minnesota also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $53. For comparison, the Minnesota average for Nursing Home Nurses is $56 per hour — Minneapolis, Minnesota pays 27% 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?
North Dakota pays Nursing Home Nurses the most, averaging $57 per hour, followed by Illinois ($52) and Nebraska ($48). North Dakota also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $63. For comparison, the Minnesota average for Nursing Home Nurses is $56 per hour — North Dakota pays 1% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| North Dakota | $57 | $63 |
| Illinois | $52 | $54 |
| Nebraska | $48 | $51 |
| South Dakota | $43 | $43 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Nursing Home Nurse jobs in Minnesota?
Perm Staff Jobs pays Nursing Home Nurses the most, averaging $56 per hour, followed by Medical Solutions Direct Hire ($46). For comparison, the Minnesota average for Nursing Home Nurses is $56 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 1% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $56 | $56 |
| Medical Solutions Direct Hire | $46 | $49 |
Last updated on April 22, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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