How much does a gas plant operator make in North Dakota?
$96,760a year
Median yearly pay for gas plant operators in North Dakota. That is $46.52 an hour or $8,063 a month.
- Hourly
- $46.52
- Vs. national median
- +10%
- Rank among states
- 18 of 43
- Jobs in the state
- 770
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $76,570Median: $96,760Highest 10%: $129,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $76,570 | $36.81 | |
| 25th | $76,590 | $36.82 | |
| Median | $96,760 | $46.52 | |
| 75th | $116,300 | $55.91 | |
| 90th | $129,400 | $62.22 |
Cities in North Dakota
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for gas plant operators.
| 15. Colorado | $98,080 |
| 16. Illinois | $97,810 |
| 17. New Mexico | $97,660 |
| 18. North Dakota | $96,760 |
| 19. Maine | $93,990 |
| 20. Iowa | $92,970 |
| 21. Missouri | $87,820 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a gas plant operator make an hour in North Dakota?
The median hourly pay in North Dakota is $46.52 ($96,760 a year).
Do gas plant operators make more in North Dakota than the national average?
Yes: $96,760 against $87,820 nationally, 10% more.
Where does North Dakota rank for gas plant operator pay?
North Dakota ranks 18 of 43 states.
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.