Workers Comp Cost in Minnesota
2026 rates — mandatory for most Minnesota employers
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Workers Comp Rates by Industry — Minnesota 2026
| Industry Class | Risk Level | Rate / $100 payroll |
|---|---|---|
| Clerical / Office (8810) | Very Low | $0.20 – $0.45 |
| Retail / Wholesale (8017–8018) | Low | $0.80 – $2.00 |
| Restaurant / Food Service (9082) | Moderate | $1.50 – $3.50 |
| Light Manufacturing (3632) | Moderate | $2.00 – $5.00 |
| Trucking / Delivery (7219–7231) | High | $4.00 – $8.00 |
| Construction / Carpentry (5645) | High | $5.00 – $12.00 |
| Roofing (5551) | Very High | $8.00 – $18.00 |
Rates are advisory/illustrative. Actual Minnesota rates vary by carrier, your specific class codes, and Experience Mod.
Workers Comp in Minnesota — Key Facts
1. Minnesota Requirement & Market
Mandatory: YES — required for employers in Minnesota (check specific employee count thresholds)
Market: Private market (NCCI rates)
Minnesota uses NCCI (National Council on Compensation Insurance) for class code rate guidance. Workers' comp costs in Minnesota are above the national average. Compare multiple carriers for the best rates — differences of 20–40% for the same class code are common.
2. Top Cost Tips for Minnesota
Minnesota employers: (1) verify your class codes are correctly assigned — misclassification is common and can significantly inflate premiums; (2) implement a documented safety program — this qualifies for premium credits with many carriers; (3) pay-as-you-go workers' comp eliminates large audit surprises.
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Rates vary 20–40% between carriers for identical coverage. Compare before your next renewal.
Minnesota Workers Comp Summary
- →Avg rate: $1.62 per $100 payroll
- →$500K payroll: ~$8,100/yr avg risk
- →Cost vs national: above average
- →Mandatory: Yes