How Much Does a Rad Tech Make in Minnesota in 2026?
Typical pay for Rad Techs in Minnesota, from federal wage data (May 2025), with pay by city, the ten-year trend, and how the state compares.
BLS OES May 2025 · Minnesota · typical annual pay from the lowest-paid tenth to the highest-paid tenth
A typical Rad Tech in Minnesota earns about $40.10 per hour, or roughly $83,400 per year, per the latest government wage data (May 2025). That works out to about $6,950 a month, calculated from the annual figure. On a weekly basis, pay runs close to $1,604, also calculated from the annual total.
Minnesota pay runs about 4% above the national figure of $80,110 a year ($38.52 an hour). That gap places the state 18th among the 51 states and D.C. ranked by pay for this occupation. About 4,910 Rad Techs work in Minnesota, a workforce size that puts the local pay figures on solid footing.
Rad Tech pay in Minnesota at a glance
- Rad Techs in Minnesota typically earn $40.10 per hour ($83,400 a year), according to the latest government wage data (May 2025).
- Minnesota pay runs 4% above the national figure, ranking 18th out of 51 states and D.C.
- Minneapolis pays Rad Techs the most among Minnesota cities, with typical pay of $86,510 a year.
- Entry-level positions start around $67,080 a year, while the top 10% of earners make over $106,100.
- Minnesota Rad Tech pay has risen 22% since 2019, from $68,400 a year to $83,400.
BLS OES May 2025
How much does a Rad Tech make in Minnesota?
Rad Tech pay by career stage in Minnesota
| Career stage | Minnesota | United States |
|---|---|---|
| Starting out | $67,080$32.25 an hour | $55,980$26.91 an hour |
| First years | $78,590$37.78 an hour | $64,810$31.16 an hour |
| Typical Rad Tech | $83,400$40.10 an hour | $80,110$38.52 an hour |
| Experienced | $98,900$47.55 an hour | $98,750$47.47 an hour |
| Top 10% | $106,100$51.01 an hour | $118,660$57.05 an hour |
BLS OES May 2025 · starting out is the 10th percentile, first years the 25th, typical the median, experienced the 75th, top 10% the 90th
Rad Tech pay by experience level in Minnesota
Entry-level Rad Tech positions in Minnesota typically offer around $32.25 an hour, or about $67,080 a year, according to the same May 2025 data. That's well below the state's typical pay. Pay tends to move toward the typical $40.10 hourly rate within a few years on the job.
Experienced Rad Techs in Minnesota often earn upwards of $47.55 an hour, or about $98,900 a year. The top 10% of earners make over $51.01 an hour, or $106,100 a year. That leaves a spread of $39,020 between entry-level and top-tier pay. Setting, years of experience, and city all factor into where an individual Rad Tech lands within that range.
Rad Tech pay growth in Minnesota
Typical (median) annual wage for Rad Techs in Minnesota · BLS OES May estimates, 2019 to 2025 · hover a bar for the year-over-year change
Minnesota Rad Tech pay rose from $68,400 in 2019 to $83,400 in 2025. That's a gain of $15,000 over six years. In percentage terms, pay climbed 22% over that stretch, according to government wage data.
Nationally, Rad Tech pay rose 32% over roughly the same period. That means Minnesota's percentage gain trailed the national pace, even though Minnesota's dollar pay stayed above the national figure throughout. For someone starting out now, that history shows pay has moved up fairly steadily in Minnesota. It makes no promises about future years.
Rad Tech salary by city in Minnesota
Pay runs highest in Minneapolis, where Rad Techs typically earn $86,510 a year ($41.59 an hour), about 4% above the statewide figure. These figures cover each city's full metro area. Rochester and St. Cloud follow at $80,330 a year ($38.62 an hour) each, both still above the state's typical pay.
Pay runs lowest in Onalaska, where Rad Techs typically earn $76,720 a year ($36.89 an hour), putting the spread between Minnesota's highest- and lowest-paying cities at $9,790. Minneapolis, the top-paying city, also has the largest Rad Tech workforce in the state at 2,710 workers. Higher pay in Minneapolis generally tracks its higher cost of living compared with smaller Minnesota cities.
| # | City | Typical pay | Hourly | Vs Minnesota | Rad Techs employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Minneapolis | $86,510 | $41.59 | +4% | 2,710 |
| 2 | Rochester | $80,330 | $38.62 | -4% | 720 |
| 3 | St. Cloud | $80,330 | $38.62 | -4% | 150 |
| 4 | Duluth | $78,060 | $37.53 | -6% | 280 |
| 5 | Onalaska | $76,720 | $36.89 | -8% | 160 |
Each row is one BLS metro area; cities that share a metro share its figures · BLS OES May 2025 · Minnesota typical pay $83,400
How Minnesota compares with nearby states
Minnesota pays Rad Techs more than each of its neighbors. Wisconsin comes closest at $79,140 a year, about 5% below Minnesota, while South Dakota trails furthest at $65,240 a year, 22% lower. North Dakota ($67,790) and Iowa ($65,930) also fall well below Minnesota's figures. Rad Techs considering a move between these states can typically transfer or endorse an existing license rather than starting licensure over.
| State | Typical pay | Vs Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | $83,400 | baseline |
| Wisconsin | $79,140 | -5% |
| North Dakota | $67,790 | -19% |
| Iowa | $65,930 | -21% |
| South Dakota | $65,240 | -22% |
Bordering states, ranked by typical Rad Tech pay · BLS OES May 2025
Is Minnesota a good state for Rad Techs?
Rad Techs in Minnesota earn a competitive wage: typical pay is $83,400 a year, 4% above the national figure, ranking 18th of 51. For every 1,000 jobs in Minnesota, about 1.7 are Rad Tech positions; nationally, the figure is closer to 1.5. Rad Tech jobs make up about the same share of the job market as they do across the country. Overall, Minnesota is a middle-of-the-table state for Rad Tech pay, close to the national figure.
Summary
Minnesota Rad Techs typically earn $83,400 a year ($40.10 an hour) as of May 2025, up from $68,400 in 2019. Pay varies by city and experience, running highest in Minneapolis and lowest in Onalaska, with entry-level and top-tier earners tens of thousands apart. Readers weighing a move or a new license should check Minnesota's board of medical imaging for registry requirements and review individual city pages for local pay figures.
Frequently asked questions
- How much does a Rad Tech make in Minnesota?
- A Rad Tech in Minnesota typically earns **$40.10 an hour**, or about $83,400 a year, according to government wage data from May 2025. That works out to roughly $6,950 a month. Pay is about 4% above the national figure, and Minnesota ranks 18th among the 51 states and D.C.
- How much does a Rad Tech make an hour in Minnesota?
- Rad Techs in Minnesota typically earn **$40.10 an hour**, according to the latest government wage data (May 2025). Entry-level pay starts around $32.25 an hour, while the top 10% of earners make over $51.01 an hour.
- What is the starting pay for a Rad Tech in Minnesota?
- Starting pay for a Rad Tech in Minnesota typically runs around **$32.25 an hour**, or about $67,080 a year, according to May 2025 government wage data. That's the entry-level figure; pay tends to rise toward the state's typical $83,400 a year as Rad Techs gain a few years of experience.
- Which city in Minnesota pays Rad Techs the most?
- Minneapolis pays Rad Techs the most in Minnesota, with typical pay of **$86,510 a year** ($41.59 an hour), about 4% above the statewide figure. Minneapolis also has the largest Rad Tech workforce in the state. Onalaska pays the least, at $76,720 a year, a spread of $9,790 across Minnesota cities.
- Is Rad Tech pay in Minnesota higher than the national rate?
- Yes. Rad Techs in Minnesota typically earn **$83,400 a year**, about 4% above the national figure of $80,110, according to May 2025 wage data. That places Minnesota 18th among the 51 states and D.C. for Rad Tech pay, well above lower-paying neighbors like South Dakota and Iowa.