The Top 50 Employers In Minnesota: Who's Hiring Big?

ROCHESTER, MN — While many might assume that the state of Minnesota is the largest employer in the state, the title actually goes to the Mayo Clinic, a healthcare titan headquartered in Rochester.

With a workforce of an impressive 51,000, Mayo Clinic stands as both Minnesota's largest employer and a global leader in medical care, research, and education. Its world-class facilities attract top-tier talent from around the world, solidifying its position as a cornerstone of the state's economy.

Following closely is the State of Minnesota itself, employing 37,100 individuals across various state departments and services. As the backbone of state governance, it provides jobs in critical areas like public safety, education, transportation, and environmental management, with a broad reach that touches every Minnesotan’s daily life.

The healthcare sector is further represented by Fairview Health Services and Allina Health System, which rank third and fifth, employing 36,865 and 29,163 people, respectively.

Both organizations play key roles in the state's healthcare landscape, addressing growing demands for services as Minnesota’s population ages and healthcare needs evolve.

Minneapolis-based retail giant Target ranks fourth, with a workforce of 35,000 across the state, in addition to its vast network of employees at stores nationwide.

Here’s a full look at the top 50 employers in Minnesota, according to the state's Department of Employment and Economic Development:

• Mayo Clinic: 51,000 employees
• State of Minnesota: 37,100 employees
• Fairview Health Services: 36,865 employees
• Target Corp.: 35,000 employees
• Allina Health System: 29,163 employees
• University of Minnesota: 27,875 employees
• HealthPartners: 26,400 employees
• Walmart: 24,400 employees
• U.S. Federal Government: 20,800 employees
• UnitedHealth Group, Inc.: 19,000 employees
• Minnesota State (Formerly MNSCU): 14,600 employees
• U.S. Bancorp: 13,000 employees
• Essentia Health: 12,065 employees
• CentraCare Health System: 11,363 employees
• United States Postal Service: 11,217 employees
• Wells Fargo Bank Minnesota: 11,000 employees
• 3M: 9,295 employees
• Hennepin County: 8,848 employees
• Hormel Food Corp.: 8,190 employees
• Hennepin Healthcare System Inc.: 7,482 employees
• North Memorial Health: 6,634 employees
• Andersen Corp: 6,500 employees
• Coborn's: 6,500 employees
• Children's Minnesota: 5,976 employees
• Presbyterian Homes and Services: 5,913 employees
• Life Time Group Holdings Inc.: 5,321 employees
• Xcel Energy: 4,617 employees
• Metropolitan Council: 4,500 employees
• University of Minnesota Physicians: 4,500 employees
• Ameriprise Financial Inc.: 4,452 employees
• API Group Corp.: 4,261 employees
• City of Minneapolis: 4,000 employees
• Lund Food Holdings Inc.: 3,900 employees
• Ramsey County: 3,723 employees
• Digikey Electronics: 3,650 employees
• Polaris: 3,600 employees
• General Mills Inc: 3,500 employees
• Taylor Corp: 3,500 employees
• Cassia: 3,383 employees
• Benedictine: 3,377 employees
• City of St. Paul: 3,180 employees
• Blue Cross Blue Shield: 3,022 employees
• Ecolab: 3,011 employees
• CHS Inc.: 3,000 employees
• Jerry's Enterprises: 3,000 employees
• Northern Tool + Equipment: 3,000 employees
• Ridgeview: 2,532 employees
• Securian Financial Group: 2,489 employees
• Marsden Holding: 2,307 employees
• The Travelers Cos Inc.: 2,231 employees