IT Support Specialist salary in Minneapolis, MN
Median pay, Minneapolis-St. Paul metro
$64,890/year
about $31.20 an hour full-time
Middle half earns $57,450 – $79,640
Half of it support specialists in the Minneapolis-St. Paul metro area earn more than $64,890 a year and half earn less. That's 5% higher than the national median of $61,860, and ranks #12 of the 30 big metro areas we track for this job.
Pay range
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly* |
|---|---|---|
| 10th (entry level) | $48,800 | $23.46 |
| 25th | $57,450 | $27.62 |
| Median (50th) | $64,890 | $31.20 |
| 75th | $79,640 | $38.29 |
| 90th (top earners) | $97,350 | $46.80 |
*Yearly pay divided by 2,080 hours (40 hours × 52 weeks), the full-time basis BLS uses.
Is your offer fair?
For a it support specialist job in the Minneapolis-St. Paul metro area, here's how an offer compares:
- Below market under $57,450 ($27.62/hr). Fine for a first job in the field, otherwise worth negotiating.
- Typical $57,450 to $79,640 ($27.62 to $38.29/hr). The middle half of what people in this job earn.
- Strong offer over $79,640 ($38.29/hr). Higher than three quarters of workers here.
Before you accept
- Help desk roles are often tiered (Tier 1, 2, 3). Higher tiers pay more, so check which one this is.
- Certifications like CompTIA A+ or Network+ can help you start higher and move up faster.
- Ask about shifts and on-call duty, since support often covers evenings and weekends.
Also watch for the common warning signs in the posting itself: 15 job posting red flags.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, 2025, Minneapolis-St. Paul metro. Occupation: Computer User Support Specialists (SOC 15-1232). Figures cover wage and salary workers and don't include bonuses, benefits or overtime.