As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Lighting Engineer in Minneapolis, MN is $77,037, equivalent to $37 per hour, $1,481 weekly, or $6,420 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Lighting Engineer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Lighting Engineer in Minneapolis, MN vary widely, spanning from $65,637 to $87,226. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($71,070) and 75th percentile ($82,370), while top earners (90th percentile) make $87,226 per year. This $11,300 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Carpentry, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Minneapolis Lighting Engineer often earn 2.3% higher than national averages. However, Minneapolis currently ranks 230 statewide for Lighting Engineer job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Lighting Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Lighting Engineer Salary $65,637 Minneapolis, MN April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Lighting Engineer Salary $71,070 Minneapolis, MN April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Lighting Engineer Salary $77,037 Minneapolis, MN April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Lighting Engineer Salary $82,370 Minneapolis, MN April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Lighting Engineer Salary $87,226 Minneapolis, MN April 01, 2026
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    Lighting Engineer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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