Firefighters pay in North Dakota
In North Dakota, the median pay for firefighters is $26.48 an hour ($55,080 a year). About 820 people work in this job there.
That is 7% lower than the U.S. median ($59,280). North Dakota ranks 27th of 50 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for firefighters in North Dakota
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $19.09 | $39,700 |
| 25% of workers | $22.88 | $47,590 |
| Half of workers (median) | $26.48 | $55,080 |
| 75% of workers | $34.58 | $71,930 |
| 90% of workers | $37.27 | $77,530 |
Firefighters pay in North Dakota metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Grand Forks | $68,060 | 180 |
| Fargo | $53,130 | 270 |
| Minot | $49,060 | 80 |
| Bismarck | $47,440 | 140 |
North Dakota unemployment rate: 2.2% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for firefighters
- Typical education to start: Postsecondary nondegree award (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: None (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Long-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +3.7% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 26,800 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in North Dakota
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Emergency Medical Technicians | $39,670 |
| Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers | $28,430 |
| Occupational Health and Safety Specialists | $93,250 |
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