Discover Minnesota’s 7 Most In-Demand Careers Right Now

Rochester is getting a glow-up thanks to a multi-billion-dollar expansion that includes new medical facilities, fueling significant housing, retail, and infrastructure development.

Rochester’s annual job rate was 4.5% according to data from the State of Minnesota. That is far better than other metro areas. Statewide job growth was 1.3%, slightly higher than the national rate of 1.1%.

Below, you can read about the fields in Minnesota that are growing the fastest and what people with these careers earn.

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What Is The Most Common Job in Minnesota?

Retail is Minnesota's most common job, but it isn't the most in-demand job for 2025. You can read about the hottest jobs in the state below, and also see the highest-paying jobs in the state that don't require a degree at the bottom of this story.

Discover Minnesota's 7 Most In-Demand Careers Right Now

I found a tool from the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) that lets you see exactly what jobs are in high demand, how much they typically pay, and if you need special training or a degree to get started.

What Is The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development?

DEED is a state agency that helps individuals, businesses, and communities grow economically, with programs for job searching, skill building, and more.

According to their data, these are the most in-demand jobs.

If you're hunting for a new gig and want to make more money than those in-demand jobs pay, check out the list below of the highest-paying jobs in Minnesota that don't require a degree.