How much does a court make in North Dakota?
$53,850a year
Median yearly pay for courts in North Dakota. That is $25.89 an hour or $4,488 a month.
- Hourly
- $25.89
- Vs. national median
- +11%
- Rank among states
- 12 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 600
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,790Median: $53,850Highest 10%: $74,790
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,790 | $18.65 | |
| 25th | $47,400 | $22.79 | |
| Median | $53,850 | $25.89 | |
| 75th | $61,010 | $29.33 | |
| 90th | $74,790 | $35.96 |
Cities in North Dakota
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Minot, ND | $55,780 |
| Grand Forks, ND | $53,880 |
| Bismarck, ND | $51,090 |
| Fargo, ND | $49,090 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for courts.
| 9. Nevada | $56,680 |
| 10. Minnesota | $56,520 |
| 11. Alaska | $54,270 |
| 12. North Dakota | $53,850 |
| 13. New Jersey | $53,700 |
| 14. New York | $53,500 |
| 15. Vermont | $53,000 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a court make an hour in North Dakota?
The median hourly pay in North Dakota is $25.89 ($53,850 a year).
Do courts make more in North Dakota than the national average?
Yes: $53,850 against $48,700 nationally, 11% more.
Where does North Dakota rank for court pay?
North Dakota ranks 12 of 51 states.
Which city in North Dakota pays courts the most?
Minot, ND, with a median of $55,780 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.