LPN salary in Minnesota
LPNs in Minnesota earn a median $63,750 a year, 1% below the national median of $64,400. That ranks #27 of 51 states. After taxes, a single filer keeps about $50,311.
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, SOC 29-2061. Taxes for tax year 2026.
| Yearly | Monthly | Every 2 weeks | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median pay | $63,750 | $5,313 | $2,452 | $30.65 |
| Average pay | $64,900 | $5,408 | $2,496 | $31.20 |
| Take-home (median) | $50,311 | $4,193 | $1,935 | $24.19 |
Where the money goes
| Item | Per year |
|---|---|
| Federal income tax | $5,470 |
| Social Security and Medicare | $4,877 |
| Minnesota income tax and state programs | $3,092 |
| Take-home | $50,311 |
Minnesota's prices are 1% below the U.S. average, so the median take-home buys what $51,015 buys in an average-priced state. The Minnesota minimum wage is $11.41; the median LPN earns 2.7 times that.
LPN pay in Minnesota vs. neighboring states
| State | Median salary | Take-home | Buying power |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | $63,750 | $50,311 | $51,015 |
| Iowa | $62,630 | $50,775 | $57,855 |
| North Dakota | $62,300 | $52,238 | $58,721 |
| South Dakota | $52,750 | $44,565 | $50,307 |
| Wisconsin | $63,760 | $51,387 | $54,612 |
Frequently asked questions
- How much do lpns make in Minnesota?
- The median salary is $63,750 a year ($30.65 an hour), and the average is $64,900, per BLS data for May 2025.
- How much do lpns take home in Minnesota?
- About $50,311 a year after federal and Minnesota taxes, or $1,935 every two weeks, for a single filer at the median salary.
- Do lpns earn more in Minnesota than the national average?
- Minnesota ranks #27 of 51 for median pay, 1% below the U.S. median of $64,400. Adjusted for prices and taxes it ranks #44.