Salary Report for North Dakota Nurse Practitioners
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Compare North Dakota to U.S.
North Dakota Nurse Practitioners earn an average of $112,720 which is 4% less than the national average salary of $118,040.
| Type | North Dakota | U.S. | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Hourly Wage | $54.19 | $56.75 | -4.51% |
| Average Annual Salary | $112,720 | $118,040 | -4.51% |
Salary Range by Education and Experience
In North Dakota, 50% of Nurse Practitioners earn between $100,730 and $128,510 a year, depending on factors such as level of education, experience, location and place of employment.
About 10% of Nurse Practitioners earn more than $129,970, a rate generally associated with highly educated and experienced Nurse Practitioners.
Approximately 10% of Nurse Practitioners earn under $95,970, a rate generally reserved for less experienced or entry level Nurse Practitioners.
| Percent | Experience | Employed | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | Less than a Year | 63 | Under $95,970 |
| 15% | 2 – 4 years | 94 | $95,970 – $100,730 |
| 25% | 5 – 9 years | 158 | $100,730 – $103,550 |
| 25% | 10 – 14 years | 158 | $103,550 – $128,510 |
| 15% | 15 – 20 years | 94 | $103,550 – $129,970 |
| 10% | 20+ years | 63 | Above $129,970 |
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living
After being adjusted for cost-of-living, Nurse Practitioners in North Dakota nurses earn about $122,468 per year which is less than the average U.S. nurse of $118,040.
Cost-of-living in North Dakota is 8% less than the national average, which means North Dakota residents have an overall less cost for food, housing, utilities and transportation compared to other states.
More cost-of-living reports for U.S. States.
Salary Compared to Related Professions
With an average annual salary of $112,720, North Dakota Nurse Practitioners tend to earn less than Nurse Anesthetists ($208,170).
However, Nurse Practitioners tend to earn more than Nursing Assistants ($36,070), LPNs ($50,130), Registered Nurses ($71,200), and Nursing Instructors ($77,160).
| Title | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Nurse Anesthetists | $208,170 |
| Nurse Practitioners | $112,720 |
| Nursing Instructors | $77,160 |
| Registered Nurses | $71,200 |
| LPNs | $50,130 |
| Nursing Assistants | $36,070 |
Projected Demand for Nurses in 2030
The U.S. Department of Labor projects that in North Dakota the three professions needing the most new nurses by 2030 are Registered Nurses (11,460), Nursing Assistants (8,790) and LPNs (2,860).
The three professions in North Dakota needing highest percentage new nurses by 2030 are Nurse Practitioners (57.1%), Nurse Anesthetists (21.7%) and Registered Nurses (13.9%).
| Title | 2020 | 2030 | Change | Yearly Openings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | 10,060 | 11,460 | 13.9% | 700 |
| Nursing Assistants | 7,960 | 8,790 | 10.4% | 1,090 |
| LPNs | 2,550 | 2,860 | 12.2% | 240 |
| Nurse Practitioners | 700 | 1,100 | 57.1% | 90 |
| Nursing Instructors | 240 | 270 | 12.5% | 30 |
| Nurse Anesthetists | 230 | 280 | 21.7% | 20 |
Salaries Ranked by North Dakota Cities
The average salary for Nurse Practitioners in North Dakota is $112,720. The top cities that pay Nurse Practitioners the most are East North Dakota Nonmetropolitan Area ($119,660), Fargo ($111,920) and Grand Forks ($111,630).
When adjusted for cost-of-living, the cities that pay Nurse Practitioners the highest average annual salary are East North Dakota Nonmetropolitan Area ($132,985), West North Dakota Nonmetropolitan Area ($124,028) and Grand Forks ($121,061).
The following table shows the average yearly salary range for Nurse Practitioners in each city, and the average yearly salary after being adjusted for cost-of-living in that state.
The difference column shows how much more or less purchasing power a Nurse Practitioners salary will have in that area.
| Area | Average Salary | COL Adjusted | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| East North Dakota Nonmetropolitan Area | $119,660 | $132,985 | $13,325 |
| Fargo | $111,920 | $119,064 | $7,144 |
| Grand Forks | $111,630 | $121,061 | $9,431 |
| West North Dakota Nonmetropolitan Area | $111,600 | $124,028 | $12,428 |
| Bismarck | $110,860 | $117,636 | $6,776 |
Salary FAQ for North Dakota Nurse Practitioners
City and Rural Summaries
Bismarck
Average Nurse Practitioners Salary: $110,860
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $117,636
Hourly Wage: $53.30
Currently Employed: 100
Cost-of-Living Index: 94.24
Bismarck Salary Report
East North Dakota Nonmetropolitan Area
Average Nurse Practitioners Salary: $119,660
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $132,985
Hourly Wage: $58
Currently Employed: 90
Cost-of-Living Index: 89.98
East North Dakota Nonmetropolitan Area Salary Report
Fargo
Average Nurse Practitioners Salary: $111,920
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $119,064
Hourly Wage: $53.81
Currently Employed: 260
Cost-of-Living Index: 94.00
Fargo Salary Report
Grand Forks
Average Nurse Practitioners Salary: $111,630
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $121,061
Hourly Wage: $54
Currently Employed: 90
Cost-of-Living Index: 92.21
Grand Forks Salary Report
West North Dakota Nonmetropolitan Area
Average Nurse Practitioners Salary: $111,600
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $124,028
Hourly Wage: $53.65
Currently Employed: 110
Cost-of-Living Index: 89.98
West North Dakota Nonmetropolitan Area Salary Report
Official Data Sources for Nurse Practitioners: Salary Data | Projected Employment | Cost of Living Data