Average Nurse Manager Salary

$57.36/hour

The average salary for a Nurse Manager in Minnesota is $57.36 per hour. This is 15% higher than the US average of $49.02.

Last updated on November 4, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Nurse Manager salaries in Minnesota compared to National Averages

$57.36/hour

Minnesota

15% higher than the US average.

$49.02/hour

United States

How does the pay for Nurse Managers in Minnesota compare to nearby states?

Illinois pays Nurse Managers the most, averaging $58 per hour, followed by Michigan ($47) and Iowa ($46). Illinois also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $77. For comparison, the Minnesota average for Nurse Managers is $57 per hour — Illinois pays 1% more.

Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Illinois$58$77
Michigan$47$53
Iowa$46$50
South Dakota$38$38
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Nurse Manager jobs in Minnesota?

Only Perm Staff Jobs reports pay data for Nurse Managers, averaging $50 per hour. Perm Staff Jobs also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $53. For comparison, the Minnesota average for Nurse Managers is $57 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 13% less.

Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Perm Staff Jobs$50$53

Last updated on November 4, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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