How much does a substitute teacher make in North Dakota?
$42,570a year
Median yearly pay for substitute teachers in North Dakota. That is $20.47 an hour or $3,548 a month.
- Hourly
- $20.47
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among states
- 15 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 420
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $33,780Median: $42,570Highest 10%: $55,080
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $33,780 | $16.24 | |
| 25th | $35,560 | $17.10 | |
| Median | $42,570 | $20.47 | |
| 75th | $45,970 | $22.10 | |
| 90th | $55,080 | $26.48 |
Cities in North Dakota
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Grand Forks, ND | $41,600 |
| Fargo, ND | $36,990 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for substitute teachers.
| 12. Wisconsin | $43,950 |
| 13. New Jersey | $43,780 |
| 14. New York | $43,490 |
| 15. North Dakota | $42,570 |
| 16. Massachusetts | $41,350 |
| 17. Michigan | $39,500 |
| 18. Illinois | $39,410 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a substitute teacher make an hour in North Dakota?
The median hourly pay in North Dakota is $20.47 ($42,570 a year).
Do substitute teachers make more in North Dakota than the national average?
Yes: $42,570 against $41,670 nationally, 2% more.
Where does North Dakota rank for substitute teacher pay?
North Dakota ranks 15 of 50 states.
Which city in North Dakota pays substitute teachers the most?
Grand Forks, ND-MN, with a median of $41,600 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.