Top Paying Jobs in Minnesota
Minnesota has 100 tracked occupation categories totaling 267,880 jobs. The highest-paying occupations include Radiologists ($708,340), Dermatologists ($625,790), Surgeons, All Other ($568,150). The cost of living index is 92.6 (national average = 100). Median 2-bedroom rent is $1,384/month.
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State-level averages. Salaries, rent, and cost of living vary significantly between metros. For more accurate data, select a metro area from the list below or browse all metros.
$181K
Avg. median salary
92.6
Cost of living index
$1,384
Median 2BR rent
5,792,406
Population
Highest paying careers in Minnesota
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Radiologists | Healthcare | $708K | $340.55/hr |
| 2 | Dermatologists | Healthcare | $626K | $300.86/hr |
| 3 | Surgeons, All Other | Healthcare | $568K | $273.15/hr |
| 4 | Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric | Healthcare | $538K | $258.57/hr |
| 5 | Anesthesiologists | Healthcare | $497K | $238.71/hr |
| 6 | Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons | Healthcare | $475K | $228.49/hr |
| 7 | Emergency Medicine Physicians | Healthcare | $391K | $187.95/hr |
| 8 | Neurologists | Healthcare | $382K | $183.49/hr |
| 9 | General Internal Medicine Physicians | Healthcare | $374K | $179.66/hr |
| 10 | Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric | Healthcare | $372K | $178.94/hr |
Affordability snapshot: Minnesota
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Cost of living vs. national average-7.4% less expensive
2-bedroom apartment (FMR)$1,384/mo
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