May 2025 · Metropolitan area · BLS OEWS
Salaries in Fargo
Fargo, ND-MN
408 occupations
Across 408 occupations with published wages in Fargo, surgeons, all other record the highest median at $604,890 per year.
Highest-paying occupations in Fargo
| # | Occupation | Median | Jobs | Relative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Surgeons, All Other | $604,890 | 80 | |
| 2 | Physicians, All Other | $418,980 | 330 | |
| 3 | Obstetricians and Gynecologists | $414,060 | 40 | |
| 4 | General Internal Medicine Physicians | $338,400 | 100 | |
| 5 | Family Medicine Physicians | $276,530 | 100 | |
| 6 | Nurse Anesthetists | $241,620 | 160 | |
| 7 | Anesthesiologists | $239,200 | 40 | |
| 8 | Cardiologists | $239,200 | 30 | |
| 9 | Pediatricians, General | $234,950 | 50 | |
| 10 | Dentists, General | $198,570 | 110 | |
| 11 | Chief Executives | $188,510 | 120 | |
| 12 | Riggers | $169,480 | 50 | |
| 13 | Computer and Information Systems Managers | $152,990 | 430 | |
| 14 | Human Resources Managers | $144,450 | 140 | |
| 15 | Pharmacists | $142,040 | 520 | |
| 16 | Architectural and Engineering Managers | $141,990 | 90 | |
| 17 | Business Teachers, Postsecondary | $138,950 | 130 | |
| 18 | Financial Managers | $136,970 | 810 | |
| 19 | Physician Assistants | $136,610 | 240 | |
| 20 | Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary | $134,030 | 40 | |
| 21 | Optometrists | $132,690 | 40 | |
| 22 | Commercial Pilots | $131,950 | 110 | |
| 23 | Nurse Practitioners | $130,070 | 490 | |
| 24 | Marketing Managers | $126,790 | 120 | |
| 25 | Managers, All Other | $124,390 | 590 |
Largest occupations by employment
| Occupation | Jobs | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | 4,790 | $82,120 |
| Retail Salespersons | 4,160 | $35,860 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | 4,090 | $30,950 |
| Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand | 3,810 | $45,690 |
| General and Operations Managers | 3,590 | $96,410 |
| Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers | 3,570 | $58,900 |
| Home Health and Personal Care Aides | 3,130 | $37,910 |
| Customer Service Representatives | 2,790 | $40,900 |
| Cashiers | 2,770 | $33,420 |
| Office Clerks, General | 2,590 | $49,060 |
Lowest-paying occupations
| Occupation | Median | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Gambling Dealers | $19,240 | 250 |
| Amusement and Recreation Attendants | $28,050 | 490 |
| Bartenders | $28,390 | 1,380 |
| Gambling and Sports Book Writers and Runners | $28,620 | 50 |
| Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop | $29,070 | 350 |
| Library Assistants, Clerical | $29,070 | 40 |
| Packers and Packagers, Hand | $29,180 | 240 |
| Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers | $29,440 | 50 |
| Cooks, Fast Food | $29,710 | 180 |
| Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers | $29,830 | 140 |
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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