Nurse Informaticist jobs in Minnetonka, MN
Pay for nurse informaticists in the Minnetonka area centers on $49.16 per hour, or about $102,240 a year. The lower quarter earns under $42.15 and the upper quarter over $55.77. That ranks 52nd of 379 U.S. metro areas for nurse informaticist pay, and 70th of 335 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 18 hospitals in the Minnetonka metro area. The free report below lists employers near Minnetonka and what they pay.
- $49.16median pay per hour, Minneapolis
- $42–$56typical range per hour
- 40,510nurse informaticists employed in the metro area
- 105cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Nurse Informaticist pay in Minnetonka, MN
The metro median is 1% above the Minnesota statewide median of $48.50 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.00 per hour. BLS counts about 40,510 registered nurses employed in the Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington metro area, 21.0 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.99).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $37.56 | $78,120 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $42.15 | $87,670 | 6% below U.S. median |
| Median | $49.16 | $102,240 | 9% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $55.77 | $116,000 | 24% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $61.87 | $128,690 | 37% above U.S. median |
How Minnetonka ranks
- 52nd of 379 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 70th of 335 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd of 4 Minnesota metro areas
BLS does not publish a separate figure for nurse informaticist. These numbers are for the broader category it belongs to, Registered Nurses.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Registered Nurses (SOC 29-1141), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
What your pay buys in Minnetonka
- Overall prices in Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington run 5% above the U.S. average (index 104.8, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 12% above the U.S. average (index 111.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $49.16 median hour buys what $46.90 buys at the national price level, 4% above the national median.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
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- Per year: $88,488
- Per month: $7,374
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in the Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington area
CMS lists 18 hospitals in the Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington area.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital Edina, MN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Maple Grove Hospital Maple Grove, MN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Minneapolis Va Medical Center Minneapolis, MN | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Abbott Northwestern Hospital Minneapolis, MN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Cambridge Medical Center Cambridge, MN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| M Health Fairview Ridges Hospital Burnsville, MN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| M Health Fairview University Of Mn Medical Center Minneapolis, MN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| M Health Fairview Woodwinds Hospital Woodbury, MN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Ridgeview Medical Center Waconia, MN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Allina United Hospital Saint Paul, MN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Nurse Informaticist pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Edina, MN | 6 mi | $49.16/hr | 53,564 |
| Eden Prairie, MN | 6 mi | $49.16/hr | 62,905 |
Nurse Informaticist jobs in Minnesota · Nurse Informaticist jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Minnesota
Nurse informaticists connect clinical practice and health IT, improving workflows and EHR tools.
- Active RN license
- Clinical experience plus informatics training or certification
- EHR build or analyst experience
Minnesota taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Minnetonka city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do nurse informaticists make in Minnetonka, MN?
Nurse Informaticists in the Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington metro area have a median pay of $49.16 per hour, about $102,240 a year. The middle half earn between $42.15 and $55.77 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Minnetonka a good place for nurse informaticists once cost of living is counted?
Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington ranks 70th of 335 metro areas for nurse informaticist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 52nd of 379 before adjusting. Overall prices run 5% above the U.S. average.
Where do nurse informaticists work in Minnetonka?
CMS lists 18 hospitals in the Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington area, led by M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Minnesota license to work in Minnetonka as a nurse informaticist?
Minnesota is not in the Nurse Licensure Compact as of October 15, 2026, so a nurse licensed elsewhere applies to the Minnesota board for a license by endorsement before working here. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Does Valorem Health place nurse informaticists in Minnetonka?
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- Denver HealthDenver, CO · 1 posting$152.07/ hr$138–$167
- Stanford Children's HealthMENLO PARK, CA · 1 posting$101.46/ hr$90–$113
- CommonSpirit HealthLOS ANGELES, CA · 1 posting$67.81/ hr$55–$81
- CommonSpirit HealthTACOMA, WA · 1 posting$62.82/ hr$47–$78
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