Therapist Salary Guide: Minnesota
Average Therapist Salary
$70.47/hour
The average salary for a Therapist in Minnesota is $70.47 per hour. This is 23% higher than the US average of $54.02.
Last updated on November 7, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Therapist salaries in Minnesota compared to National Averages
$70.47/hour
Minnesota
23% higher than the US average.
$54.02/hour
United States
What type of Therapists make the most money in Minnesota?
Occupational Therapist Assistant and Occupational Therapist earn the most among Therapy specialties in Minnesota, both averaging $73 per hour, ahead of Physical Therapist ($67). For comparison, the Minnesota average for Therapists is $70 per hour — Occupational Therapist Assistant and Occupational Therapist earn 4% more.
| Specialty | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Occupational Therapist Assistant | $73 | $73 |
| Occupational Therapist | $73 | $73 |
| Physical Therapist | $67 | $73 |
How does the pay for Therapists in Minnesota compare to nearby states?
Missouri pays Therapists the most, averaging $58 per hour, followed by Illinois ($54) and Wisconsin ($50). Missouri also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $65. For comparison, the Minnesota average for Therapists is $70 per hour — Missouri pays 18% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | $58 | $65 |
| Illinois | $54 | $63 |
| Wisconsin | $50 | $63 |
| Michigan | $50 | $58 |
| Iowa | $50 | $58 |
| South Dakota | $48 | $55 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Therapist jobs in Minnesota?
Only Perm Staff Jobs reports pay data for Therapists, averaging $66 per hour. Perm Staff Jobs also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $73. For comparison, the Minnesota average for Therapists is $70 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 6% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $66 | $73 |
Last updated on November 7, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
Top Therapist Jobs
Correctional Psychologist
- Appleton Detention Facility
- Appleton, MN
$181K-190K/year
Correctional Mental Health
- Appleton Detention Facility
- Appleton, MN
$145K-152K/year
Occupational Therapist Assistant
- Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Sioux Falls
- Hills, MN
$73+/hour
Occupational Therapist Assistant
- Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Sioux Falls
- Magnolia, MN
$73+/hour
Occupational Therapist Assistant
- Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Sioux Falls
- Luverne, MN
$73+/hour
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