How much does a heavy and tractor-trailer truck driver make in North Dakota?
$60,910a year
Median yearly pay for heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers in North Dakota. That is $29.28 an hour or $5,076 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.28
- Vs. national median
- +4%
- Rank among states
- 11 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 11,870
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $47,990Median: $60,910Highest 10%: $83,330
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $47,990 | $23.07 | |
| 25th | $52,310 | $25.15 | |
| Median | $60,910 | $29.28 | |
| 75th | $67,110 | $32.26 | |
| 90th | $83,330 | $40.06 |
Cities in North Dakota
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Bismarck, ND | $62,000 |
| Minot, ND | $61,030 |
| Grand Forks, ND | $59,360 |
| Fargo, ND | $58,900 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers.
| 8. Minnesota | $61,990 |
| 9. Oregon | $61,980 |
| 10. Colorado | $61,500 |
| 11. North Dakota | $60,910 |
| 12. Vermont | $60,830 |
| 13. Utah | $60,620 |
| 14. Connecticut | $60,490 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a heavy and tractor-trailer truck driver make an hour in North Dakota?
The median hourly pay in North Dakota is $29.28 ($60,910 a year).
Do heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers make more in North Dakota than the national average?
Yes: $60,910 against $58,640 nationally, 4% more.
Where does North Dakota rank for heavy and tractor-trailer truck driver pay?
North Dakota ranks 11 of 51 states.
Which city in North Dakota pays heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers the most?
Bismarck, ND, with a median of $62,000 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.