How much does a postsecondary teacher make in North Dakota?
$63,430a year
Median yearly pay for postsecondary teachers in North Dakota. That is $30.50 an hour or $5,286 a month.
- Hourly
- $30.50
- Vs. national median
- -18%
- Rank among states
- 35 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 470
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $15,490Median: $63,430Highest 10%: $122,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $15,490 | $7.45 | |
| 25th | $44,100 | $21.20 | |
| Median | $63,430 | $30.50 | |
| 75th | $101,000 | $48.56 | |
| 90th | $122,300 | $58.78 |
Cities in North Dakota
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Fargo, ND | $71,500 |
| Bismarck, ND | $59,830 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for postsecondary teachers.
| 32. West Virginia | $65,260 |
| 33. Georgia | $64,650 |
| 34. Texas | $64,110 |
| 35. North Dakota | $63,430 |
| 36. Florida | $62,670 |
| 37. Missouri | $61,860 |
| 38. Utah | $61,370 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a postsecondary teacher make an hour in North Dakota?
The median hourly pay in North Dakota is $30.50 ($63,430 a year).
Do postsecondary teachers make more in North Dakota than the national average?
No: $63,430 against $77,640 nationally, 18% less.
Where does North Dakota rank for postsecondary teacher pay?
North Dakota ranks 35 of 48 states.
Which city in North Dakota pays postsecondary teachers the most?
Fargo, ND-MN, with a median of $71,500 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.