Licensed Practical Nurse salary in Minnesota
Licensed Practical Nurses in Minnesota earn a median of $29.26 per hour, about $60,870 a year, 2% below the U.S. median of $29.97. The middle half earn between $26.73 and $30.94 per hour. The highest median among Minnesota metro areas is in Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI, at $29.96 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $29.26median pay per hour
- $60,870median pay per year
- 12,740employed in Minnesota
- #30of 50 states by median pay
Licensed Practical Nurse pay in Minnesota: percentiles
| Level | Minnesota per hour | Minnesota per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $24.10 | $50,130 | $23.06 |
| Lower quartile | $26.73 | $55,600 | $26.55 |
| Median | $29.26 | $60,870 | $29.97 |
| Upper quartile | $30.94 | $64,360 | $35.17 |
| Top 10% | $35.08 | $72,970 | $38.71 |
Licensed Practical Nurse pay by metro area in Minnesota
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs Minnesota median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI | $29.96 | $62,310 | 6,400 | 2% above | $28.58 |
| Rochester, MN | $29.55 | $61,460 | 610 | 1% above | $32.54 |
| Mankato, MN | $29.50 | $61,360 | 320 | 1% above | — |
| St. Cloud, MN | $27.98 | $58,200 | 960 | 4% below | $31.93 |
| Duluth, MN-WI | $27.65 | $57,500 | 610 | 6% below | $31.15 |
Metro areas with 30 or more workers in the BLS sample. After cost of living divides the median by the BEA regional price index (U.S. = 100).
Licensed Practical Nurse pay in states next to Minnesota
| State | Median / hr | Median / year | Compared with Minnesota |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iowa | $28.59 | $59,460 | 2% below Minnesota |
| North Dakota | $29.24 | $60,820 | in line with Minnesota |
| South Dakota | $23.64 | $49,170 | 19% below Minnesota |
| Wisconsin | $29.35 | $61,040 | in line with Minnesota |
What employers are posting in Minnesota
- 78roles with published pay
- $30.87median pay per hour
- $25–$38typical published range
- 10employers hiring
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Allina Health | 32 | $29.18 |
| Fairview Health Services | 20 | $32.05 |
| Avera Health | 7 | $38 |
| Veterans Health Administration | 5 | $33.79 |
| AccentCare | 5 | $33.89 |
| Essentia Health | 4 | $29.55 |
| CentraCare | 2 | $31.51 |
| Fresenius Medical Care | 1 | $28.50 |
Midpoints of pay ranges in 78 postings collected October 15, 2026. Posted pay is a different measure from the BLS survey above and can run higher or lower.
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Common questions
How much does a licensed practical nurse make in Minnesota?
The median is $29.26 per hour, about $60,870 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $24.10 and the top 10% earn over $35.08 (BLS, May 2024).
Which Minnesota city pays licensed practical nurses the most?
Among Minnesota metro areas, Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI has the highest median at $29.96 per hour. See the metro table for the rest and for pay after cost of living.
Where does Minnesota rank for licensed practical nurse pay?
Minnesota ranks 30th of 50 states by median licensed practical nurse pay.
Is this the same as the pay in job postings?
No. BLS figures come from a survey of employers and cover all workers in the occupation. Posted pay is the range an employer lists on one open role. Both are useful: use the survey for the market and the posting for a specific job.
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Avera HealthGranite Falls, MN · 7 postings$38.00/ hr$22–$52
- AccentCareChisago City, MN · 5 postings$33.89/ hr$30–$39
- Veterans Health AdministrationMinneapolis, MN · 5 postings$33.79/ hr$25–$42
- Fairview Health ServicesMinneapolis, MN · 20 postings$32.05/ hr$23–$43
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78 LPN / LVN postings with published pay in Minnesota, 61 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 78 LPN / LVN roles
- Licensed Practical Nurse-Primary Care Integrated Clinical CommunityPermanent$51k–$85k/ year
- RN or LPN Long Term Care - 12 Hours shifts - DaysPermanent$25.22–$37.83/ hour
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