Minnesota Per Diem Rates (FY2026)
Minnesota has 3 GSA non-standard per diem areas for FY2026. Everywhere else uses the standard $178/day rate ($110 lodging + $68 M&IE). The most expensive is Duluth — up to $220/night lodging in June plus $86/day M&IE.
| Area | M&IE / day | Lodging / night | Peak month |
|---|---|---|---|
| DuluthSt. Louis | $86 | $159–$220 | Jun |
| Minneapolis / St. PaulHennepin / Ramsey | $92 | $148 | flat |
| RochesterOlmsted | $80 | $127 | flat |
| All other Minnesota locationsstandard rate | $68 | $110 | flat |
Estimated trip cost
A 4-night business trip to Duluth — Minnesota's most expensive per diem area — in June totals $1,267: $880 lodging (4 nights) + $387 M&IE (5 days, first & last day at 75%). Duluth month-by-month rates →
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Minnesota per diem FAQ
- What is the per diem rate in Minnesota?
- Minnesota has 3 GSA non-standard per diem areas with their own rates for FY2026. Everywhere else in Minnesota uses the standard CONUS rate of $178 per day: $110 for lodging plus $68 for meals & incidental expenses (M&IE).
- What is the meal reimbursement (M&IE) rate in Minnesota?
- Meal reimbursement in Minnesota ranges from $68 to $92 per day for FY2026, depending on the area. The first and last day of travel reimburse at 75% of the daily M&IE rate.