Minnesota's Tech Talent Problem (And Ways to Solve It)
June 1, 2022
Much like the rest of the country, Minnesota companies are struggling to find talent. In fact, there are currently nearly two and a half jobs for every job seeker in the state.1 The tech sector is no exception, with over 26,000 positions posted on average every month and an expected 4% projected growth rate over the next 5 years.
Despite the median salary for tech occupation jobs in Minnesota being $92,175, Minnesota employers are still struggling to find people to fill these open roles. Part of this problem is self-imposed, as 90% of tech job postings for the MSP Metro have a bachelor’s degree as a requirement,2 putting Minnesota solidly behind national averages for degree requirements in the tech space.