How much does a kindergarten teacher make in North Dakota?
$59,420a year
Median yearly pay for kindergarten teachers in North Dakota. That is $28.57 an hour or $4,952 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.57
- Vs. national median
- -5%
- Rank among states
- 31 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 600
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $47,490Median: $59,420Highest 10%: $77,890
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $47,490 | $22.83 | |
| 25th | $49,470 | $23.78 | |
| Median | $59,420 | $28.57 | |
| 75th | $62,070 | $29.84 | |
| 90th | $77,890 | $37.45 |
Cities in North Dakota
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Minot, ND | $65,450 |
| Bismarck, ND | $61,590 |
| Grand Forks, ND | $61,210 |
| Fargo, ND | $49,720 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for kindergarten teachers.
| 28. South Carolina | $60,890 |
| 29. Kentucky | $60,280 |
| 30. New Hampshire | $60,240 |
| 31. North Dakota | $59,420 |
| 32. Wisconsin | $59,350 |
| 33. West Virginia | $58,790 |
| 34. Iowa | $58,420 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a kindergarten teacher make an hour in North Dakota?
The median hourly pay in North Dakota is $28.57 ($59,420 a year).
Do kindergarten teachers make more in North Dakota than the national average?
No: $59,420 against $62,680 nationally, 5% less.
Where does North Dakota rank for kindergarten teacher pay?
North Dakota ranks 31 of 50 states.
Which city in North Dakota pays kindergarten teachers the most?
Minot, ND, with a median of $65,450 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.