Nursing Assistants pay in North Dakota
In North Dakota, the median pay for nursing assistants is $22.03 an hour ($45,820 a year). About 6,840 people work in this job there.
That is 8% higher than the U.S. median ($42,260). North Dakota ranks 16th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for nursing assistants in North Dakota
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $16.89 | $35,130 |
| 25% of workers | $17.51 | $36,410 |
| Half of workers (median) | $22.03 | $45,820 |
| 75% of workers | $23.06 | $47,950 |
| 90% of workers | $24.70 | $51,380 |
Nursing Assistants pay in North Dakota metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Bismarck | $46,720 | 1,430 |
| Grand Forks | $45,740 | 930 |
| Fargo | $39,940 | 2,240 |
| Minot | $36,500 | 430 |
North Dakota unemployment rate: 2.2% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for nursing assistants
- Typical education to start: Postsecondary nondegree award (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 3 months (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +2.6% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 196,200 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in North Dakota
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $80,730 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $62,300 |
| Nurse Practitioners | $130,070 |
| Emergency Medical Technicians | $39,670 |
| Medical Assistants | $45,980 |
| Home Health and Personal Care Aides | $39,440 |
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