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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 51 | Materials Scientists | Science | $132K | $63.54/hr |
| 52 | Training and Development Managers | Management | $132K | $63.31/hr |
| 53 | Information Security Analysts | Technology | $131K | $62.84/hr |
| 54 | Software Developers | Technology | $130K | $62.52/hr |
| 55 | Data Scientists | Technology | $129K | $61.92/hr |
| 56 | Actuaries | Technology | $128K | $61.59/hr |
| 57 | Elevator and Escalator Installers and Repairers | Construction & Trades | $128K | $61.55/hr |
| 58 | Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers | Engineering | $128K | $61.41/hr |
| 59 | Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary | Management | $127K | N/A |
| 60 | Fundraising Managers | Management | $127K | $61.02/hr |
Affordability snapshot: Minnesota
These are statewide averages. Costs vary widely between metros, click into a specific city for precise numbers.
Cost of living vs. national average-7.4% less expensive
2-bedroom apartment (FMR)$1,384/mo
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