Nurse Practitioners Salary in Southeast Minnesota

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

Median annual salary $138,610 +7.3% vs national
Median hourly $66.64
10th percentile $120,640
90th percentile $162,490
Employed locally 190
National median $129,210

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $120,640
    25th
    $135,230
    50th (median)
    $138,610
    75th
    $156,840
    90th
    $162,490

    Top-paying metros for Nurse Practitioners

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $225,730
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $220,330
    Napa, CA $216,380
    Santa Maria-Santa Barbara, CA $171,150
    Vallejo, CA $169,990
    Salinas, CA $168,270

    Related occupations in Southeast Minnesota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $90,450
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $59,630
    Pharmacy Technicians $47,110
    Pharmacists $145,600
    Dental Hygienists $93,910
    Emergency Medical Technicians $39,130

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Nurse Practitioners make per hour in Southeast Minnesota?

    The median hourly wage for Nurse Practitioners in Southeast Minnesota is $66.64, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $79.94 or more per hour.

    Is Southeast Minnesota above or below average for Nurse Practitioners salaries?

    The median Nurse Practitioners salary in Southeast Minnesota is 7.3% above the national median of $129,210. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Nurse Practitioners in Southeast Minnesota?

    Entry-level Nurse Practitioners (10th percentile) earn around $120,640 per year in Southeast Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $135,230.