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How much does a nursing assistant make in North Dakota?

$45,820a year

Median yearly pay for nursing assistants in North Dakota. That is $22.03 an hour or $3,818 a month.

Hourly
$22.03
Vs. national median
+8%
Rank among states
16 of 51
Jobs in the state
6,840
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $35,130Median: $45,820Highest 10%: $51,380
PercentileYearlyHourly
10th$35,130$16.89
25th$36,410$17.50
Median$45,820$22.03
75th$47,950$23.05
90th$51,380$24.70

Cities in North Dakota

Metro areas, median yearly pay.

Bismarck, ND$46,720
Grand Forks, ND$45,740
Fargo, ND$39,940
Minot, ND$36,500
Salaries for every job in North Dakota

Nearby in the ranking

States with similar pay for nursing assistants.

13. Rhode Island$46,440
14. Alaska$46,370
15. Illinois$45,960
16. North Dakota$45,820
17. Nevada$45,490
18. Hawaii$45,350
19. Wisconsin$45,130
Nursing Assistant salary in all states

Frequently asked questions

How much does a nursing assistant make an hour in North Dakota?

The median hourly pay in North Dakota is $22.03 ($45,820 a year).

Do nursing assistants make more in North Dakota than the national average?

Yes: $45,820 against $42,260 nationally, 8% more.

Where does North Dakota rank for nursing assistant pay?

North Dakota ranks 16 of 51 states.

Which city in North Dakota pays nursing assistants the most?

Bismarck, ND, with a median of $46,720 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.