Actors pay in Minnesota
In Minnesota, the median pay for actors is $18.95 an hour ($39,416 a year). About 520 people work in this job there.
That is 35% lower than the U.S. median ($60,424). Minnesota ranks 16th of 21 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for actors in Minnesota
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $17.50 | $36,400 |
| 25% of workers | $18.01 | $37,461 |
| Half of workers (median) | $18.95 | $39,416 |
| 75% of workers | $30.35 | $63,128 |
| 90% of workers | $32.51 | $67,621 |
Actors pay in Minnesota metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington | $39,416 | 470 |
Minnesota unemployment rate: 4.4% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for actors
- Typical education to start: Some college, no degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: None (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Long-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: 0% over ten years, little or no change · about 6,300 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Minnesota
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Producers and Directors | $76,360 |
| Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary | $77,760 |
| Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys | $43,530 |
| Writers and Authors | $72,810 |
| Musicians and Singers | $111,571 |
| Coaches and Scouts | $48,050 |
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