Gas Plant Operators Salary in Minnesota
Gas Plant Operators in Minnesota earn a median of $100,500 a year, +14% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $100,500
- vs. U.S. median
- +14% ($87,820)
- Rank among states
- 12 of 43
- Jobs in the state
- 360
Pay range in Minnesota
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $78,320; the top 10% earn over $100,610. Nationally the range is $61,350 to $115,520.
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- Power Plant Operators$94,390 median in Minnesota
- Tank Car, Truck, and Ship Loaders$76,620 median in Minnesota
Gas Plant Operators pay in Minnesota
How much do gas plant operators make in Minnesota?
The median is $100,500 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $78,320 and the top 10% earn over $100,610. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Minnesota a good state for gas plant operators?
On pay alone it ranks 12 of 43 (+14% vs. the national median of $87,820). Living costs are not included.