How much does a preschool teacher make in North Dakota?
$39,720a year
Median yearly pay for preschool teachers in North Dakota. That is $19.10 an hour or $3,310 a month.
- Hourly
- $19.10
- Vs. national median
- +4%
- Rank among states
- 22 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 540
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $25,990Median: $39,720Highest 10%: $59,560
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $25,990 | $12.50 | |
| 25th | $30,660 | $14.74 | |
| Median | $39,720 | $19.10 | |
| 75th | $48,420 | $23.28 | |
| 90th | $59,560 | $28.63 |
Cities in North Dakota
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Fargo, ND | $41,170 |
| Bismarck, ND | $39,720 |
| Grand Forks, ND | $39,110 |
| Minot, ND | $31,000 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for preschool teachers.
| 19. Maine | $43,890 |
| 20. Minnesota | $43,430 |
| 21. Illinois | $40,910 |
| 22. North Dakota | $39,720 |
| 23. New Hampshire | $39,350 |
| 24. Nevada | $38,870 |
| 25. Louisiana | $38,020 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a preschool teacher make an hour in North Dakota?
The median hourly pay in North Dakota is $19.10 ($39,720 a year).
Do preschool teachers make more in North Dakota than the national average?
Yes: $39,720 against $38,140 nationally, 4% more.
Where does North Dakota rank for preschool teacher pay?
North Dakota ranks 22 of 51 states.
Which city in North Dakota pays preschool teachers the most?
Fargo, ND-MN, with a median of $41,170 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.