Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Minnesota | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $101,870 | $98,482 | +3% |
| Median hourly wage | $48.98 | $47.35 | +3% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $103,316.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Network Engineer in Minnesota is $101,870, or about $48.98 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Network Engineers is $98,482. Minnesota is +3% above the national median.
Entry-level network engineers in Minnesota typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 4,550 network engineer jobs on record and a median salary of $101,870, Minnesota offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.