Economists Salary in Northwest Minnesota

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwest Minnesota nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $134,510 +16.5% vs national
Median hourly $64.67
10th percentile $58,380
90th percentile $134,510
Employed locally 30
National median $115,440

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $58,380
    25th
    $101,770
    50th (median)
    $134,510
    75th
    $134,510
    90th
    $134,510

    Top-paying metros for Economists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ $168,850
    District of Columbia $162,610
    Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV $157,980
    Virginia $148,010
    New York $142,300
    Maryland $137,610

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    OccupationMedian salary
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists$80,070
    Forest and Conservation Technicians$67,140
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health$75,350
    Conservation Scientists$74,070
    Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists$75,590
    Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health$54,720

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Economists make per hour in Northwest Minnesota?

    The median hourly wage for Economists in Northwest Minnesota is $64.67, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $64.67 or more per hour.

    Is Northwest Minnesota above or below average for Economists salaries?

    The median Economists salary in Northwest Minnesota is 16.5% above the national median of $115,440. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Economists in Northwest Minnesota?

    Entry-level Economists (10th percentile) earn around $58,380 per year in Northwest Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $101,770.