Minnesota Per Diem Rates: The FY2026 GSA Guide

Minnesota has 4 GSA-listed cities with their own FY2026 rates, topping out at $220 per night in Duluth. Everywhere else uses the $110 / $68 CONUS standard.

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Minnesota per diem rates by city

Cities with their own GSA rate for FY2026, highest lodging first. Seasonal cities show their range. Anywhere not listed defaults to the CONUS standard of $110 lodging / $68 M&IE.

City / areaLodging / nightM&IE / day
Duluth$159–$220$86
Minneapolis / St. Paul$148$92
Rochester$127$80
All other Minnesota locations (CONUS standard)$110$68

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GSA Per Diem Calculator · FY2026
Minnesota per diem
Meals provided?
DULUTH · MN · FY2026 · GSA
$220
Lodging / night
$86
M&IE / day
$655
Total trip per diem
2 nights · 3 days (first & last day at 75% M&IE = $65)
Rates published by GSA · fiscal year Oct 2025 – Sep 2026
Reimbursement at or below this rate under an accountable plan is not taxable to the employee. Learn more →

Frequently asked questions

What is the per diem rate for Minnesota in 2026?

Minnesota has 4 GSA-listed cities with their own rates (up to $220 lodging). Everywhere else in Minnesota uses the CONUS standard of $110 lodging and $68 M&IE.

What is the standard per diem rate in Minnesota?

Cities without a specific GSA rate use the FY2026 CONUS standard: $110 for lodging and $68 for meals & incidentals per day.

Is per diem taxable in Minnesota?

No — reimbursement at or below the GSA rate under an accountable plan is not taxable to the employee anywhere in the U.S., including Minnesota.

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