May 2025 · State · BLS OEWS
Salaries in North Dakota
North Dakota
556 occupations
Across 556 occupations with published wages in North Dakota, surgeons, all other record the highest median at $604,890 per year.
Highest-paying occupations in North Dakota
| # | Occupation | Median | Jobs | Relative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Surgeons, All Other | $604,890 | 150 | |
| 2 | Radiologists | $553,140 | 120 | |
| 3 | Physicians, All Other | $454,550 | 740 | |
| 4 | Obstetricians and Gynecologists | $414,060 | 70 | |
| 5 | Emergency Medicine Physicians | $392,890 | 150 | |
| 6 | General Internal Medicine Physicians | $338,400 | 200 | |
| 7 | Family Medicine Physicians | $280,100 | 260 | |
| 8 | Nurse Anesthetists | $244,240 | 250 | |
| 9 | Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons | $239,200 | — | |
| 10 | Anesthesiologists | $239,200 | 60 | |
| 11 | Cardiologists | $239,200 | 40 | |
| 12 | Physicians, Pathologists | $239,200 | 30 | |
| 13 | Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric | $239,200 | 40 | |
| 14 | Pediatricians, General | $234,950 | 90 | |
| 15 | Dentists, General | $220,660 | 260 | |
| 16 | Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates | $171,100 | 130 | |
| 17 | Chief Executives | $164,560 | 380 | |
| 18 | Computer and Information Systems Managers | $149,130 | 850 | |
| 19 | Physical Scientists, All Other | $147,650 | 70 | |
| 20 | Architectural and Engineering Managers | $147,400 | 270 | |
| 21 | Pharmacists | $142,040 | 1,070 | |
| 22 | Human Resources Managers | $139,050 | 290 | |
| 23 | Financial Managers | $135,890 | 2,140 | |
| 24 | Physician Assistants | $133,450 | 510 | |
| 25 | Commercial Pilots | $133,010 | 370 |
Largest occupations by employment
| Occupation | Jobs | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers | 11,870 | $60,910 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | 11,470 | $30,080 |
| Registered Nurses | 11,340 | $80,730 |
| Retail Salespersons | 11,320 | $36,040 |
| General and Operations Managers | 11,150 | $98,170 |
| Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand | 9,990 | $45,690 |
| Cashiers | 9,510 | $31,460 |
| Office Clerks, General | 8,440 | $50,160 |
| Home Health and Personal Care Aides | 7,730 | $39,440 |
| Nursing Assistants | 6,840 | $45,820 |
Lowest-paying occupations
| Occupation | Median | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Food Preparation and Serving Related Workers, All Other | $23,410 | — |
| Telemarketers | $23,440 | 120 |
| Gambling Dealers | $27,370 | 900 |
| Bailiffs | $27,560 | 170 |
| Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers | $27,840 | 200 |
| Amusement and Recreation Attendants | $28,070 | 1,430 |
| Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers | $28,430 | 580 |
| Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop | $28,660 | 800 |
| Bartenders | $29,040 | 3,960 |
| Textile, Apparel, and Furnishings Workers, All Other | $29,100 | — |
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.