Highway Maintenance Workers pay in North Dakota
In North Dakota, the median pay for highway maintenance workers is $29.15 an hour ($60,630 a year). About 1,240 people work in this job there.
That is 21% higher than the U.S. median ($50,260). North Dakota ranks 8th of 49 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for highway maintenance workers in North Dakota
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $22.79 | $47,400 |
| 25% of workers | $27.69 | $57,580 |
| Half of workers (median) | $29.15 | $60,630 |
| 75% of workers | $33.64 | $69,960 |
| 90% of workers | $37.75 | $78,510 |
Highway Maintenance Workers pay in North Dakota metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Grand Forks | $62,050 | 160 |
| Fargo | $60,630 | 190 |
| Bismarck | $59,430 | 130 |
| Minot | $58,070 | 90 |
North Dakota unemployment rate: 2.2% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for highway maintenance workers
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 6 months to 1 year (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Moderate-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +3.4% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 11,800 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in North Dakota
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Construction Laborers | $49,070 |
| Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators | $62,150 |
| Maintenance and Repair Workers, General | $49,840 |
| Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators | $49,260 |
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