Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers pay in North Dakota
In North Dakota, the median pay for lifeguards, ski patrol, and other recreational protective service workers is $13.67 an hour ($28,430 a year). About 580 people work in this job there.
That is 15% lower than the U.S. median ($33,580). North Dakota ranks 39th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for lifeguards, ski patrol, and other recreational protective service workers in North Dakota
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $11.00 | $22,880 |
| 25% of workers | $12.06 | $25,080 |
| Half of workers (median) | $13.67 | $28,430 |
| 75% of workers | $14.34 | $29,830 |
| 90% of workers | $16.31 | $33,930 |
Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers pay in North Dakota metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Fargo | $29,830 | 140 |
| Grand Forks | $29,050 | 80 |
| Bismarck | $29,030 | 90 |
North Dakota unemployment rate: 2.2% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for lifeguards, ski patrol, and other recreational protective service workers
- Typical education to start: No formal educational credential (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: None (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Short-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +5.5% over ten years, faster than average · about 45,400 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in North Dakota
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Security Guards | $39,310 |
| Firefighters | $55,080 |
| Emergency Medical Technicians | $39,670 |
| Recreation Workers | $37,310 |
| Occupational Health and Safety Specialists | $93,250 |
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