How much does a childcare worker make in North Dakota?
$30,290a year
Median yearly pay for childcare workers in North Dakota. That is $14.56 an hour or $2,524 a month.
- Hourly
- $14.56
- Vs. national median
- -13%
- Rank among states
- 30 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 4,030
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $23,310Median: $30,290Highest 10%: $37,070
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $23,310 | $11.21 | |
| 25th | $29,150 | $14.01 | |
| Median | $30,290 | $14.56 | |
| 75th | $36,000 | $17.31 | |
| 90th | $37,070 | $17.82 |
Cities in North Dakota
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Bismarck, ND | $30,650 |
| Grand Forks, ND | $30,210 |
| Minot, ND | $30,040 |
| Fargo, ND | $30,030 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for childcare workers.
| 27. Michigan | $30,970 |
| 28. Missouri | $30,790 |
| 29. Nebraska | $30,740 |
| 30. North Dakota | $30,290 |
| 31. Indiana | $30,180 |
| 32. Idaho | $30,160 |
| 33. Pennsylvania | $30,140 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a childcare worker make an hour in North Dakota?
The median hourly pay in North Dakota is $14.56 ($30,290 a year).
Do childcare workers make more in North Dakota than the national average?
No: $30,290 against $34,980 nationally, 13% less.
Where does North Dakota rank for childcare worker pay?
North Dakota ranks 30 of 51 states.
Which city in North Dakota pays childcare workers the most?
Bismarck, ND, with a median of $30,650 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.