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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 81 | Nuclear Medicine Technologists | Healthcare | $107K | $51.63/hr |
| 82 | Computer Programmers | Technology | $107K | $51.56/hr |
| 83 | Physics Teachers, Postsecondary | Education | $107K | N/A |
| 84 | Clinical and Counseling Psychologists | Science | $107K | $51.46/hr |
| 85 | Emergency Management Directors | Management | $107K | $51.39/hr |
| 86 | Computer Systems Analysts | Technology | $106K | $51.13/hr |
| 87 | Atmospheric and Space Scientists | Science | $106K | $51.09/hr |
| 88 | Materials Engineers | Engineering | $106K | $51.07/hr |
| 89 | Insulation Workers, Mechanical | Construction & Trades | $106K | $50.8/hr |
| 90 | Power Distributors and Dispatchers | Production & Manufacturing | $106K | $50.78/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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