Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Minnesota | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $133,260 | $135,791 | -2% |
| Median hourly wage | $64.07 | $65.28 | -2% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $135,152.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minneapolis | $141,339 | $110,000 | $170,500 | 109 |
The median annual salary for a Nurse Practitioner in Minnesota is $133,260, or about $64.07 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Nurse Practitioners is $135,791. Minnesota is -2% below the national median.
Entry-level nurse practitioners in Minnesota typically earn from $110,000 depending on the city and employer.
With 7,780 nurse practitioner jobs on record and a median salary of $133,260, Minnesota offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.