May 2025 · Metropolitan area · BLS OEWS
Salaries in Bismarck
Bismarck, ND
296 occupations
Across 296 occupations with published wages in Bismarck, radiologists record the highest median at $553,140 per year.
Highest-paying occupations in Bismarck
| # | Occupation | Median | Jobs | Relative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Radiologists | $553,140 | 30 | |
| 2 | Physicians, All Other | $454,550 | 120 | |
| 3 | General Internal Medicine Physicians | $351,580 | 50 | |
| 4 | Family Medicine Physicians | $286,840 | 50 | |
| 5 | Nurse Anesthetists | $239,200 | 40 | |
| 6 | Emergency Medicine Physicians | $239,200 | 40 | |
| 7 | Chief Executives | $176,820 | 60 | |
| 8 | Human Resources Managers | $156,110 | 60 | |
| 9 | Computer and Information Systems Managers | $151,020 | 180 | |
| 10 | Architectural and Engineering Managers | $147,720 | 80 | |
| 11 | Pharmacists | $143,380 | 170 | |
| 12 | Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary | $139,710 | 120 | |
| 13 | Commercial Pilots | $137,510 | 80 | |
| 14 | Natural Sciences Managers | $133,470 | 40 | |
| 15 | Financial Managers | $133,370 | 420 | |
| 16 | Nurse Practitioners | $130,140 | 220 | |
| 17 | Physician Assistants | $129,650 | 80 | |
| 18 | Optometrists | $121,100 | 30 | |
| 19 | Managers, All Other | $119,390 | 490 | |
| 20 | Information Security Analysts | $116,920 | 90 | |
| 21 | Public Relations Managers | $114,110 | 40 | |
| 22 | Computer Network Architects | $113,400 | 50 | |
| 23 | Electrical Engineers | $110,810 | 80 | |
| 24 | Lawyers | $109,010 | 290 | |
| 25 | Administrative Services Managers | $108,870 | 70 |
Largest occupations by employment
| Occupation | Jobs | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | 2,400 | $81,120 |
| Retail Salespersons | 2,280 | $36,730 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | 2,180 | $29,940 |
| General and Operations Managers | 1,740 | $93,540 |
| Home Health and Personal Care Aides | 1,680 | $38,850 |
| Office Clerks, General | 1,470 | $50,400 |
| Nursing Assistants | 1,430 | $46,720 |
| Cashiers | 1,390 | $33,260 |
| Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners | 1,200 | $37,620 |
| Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive | 1,170 | $47,580 |
Lowest-paying occupations
| Occupation | Median | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Gambling Dealers | $26,890 | 130 |
| Amusement and Recreation Attendants | $28,170 | 370 |
| Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop | $28,300 | 170 |
| Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers | $29,030 | 90 |
| Bartenders | $29,350 | 620 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | $29,940 | 2,180 |
| Childcare Workers | $30,650 | 770 |
| Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers | $31,310 | 150 |
| Dishwashers | $32,180 | 140 |
| Waiters and Waitresses | $32,310 | 950 |
Source and methodology
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 Wages are for wage-and-salary workers; self-employed workers are not included. Salary Explorer is an independent project. It is not affiliated with, or endorsed by, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics or any government agency. Full methodology.
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