Salary Report for North Dakota Nursing Assistants
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Compare North Dakota to U.S.
North Dakota Nursing Assistants earn an average of $36,070 which is 8% more than the national average salary of $33,250.
| Type | North Dakota | U.S. | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Hourly Wage | $17.34 | $15.99 | 8.44% |
| Average Annual Salary | $36,070 | $33,250 | 8.48% |
Salary Range by Education and Experience
In North Dakota, 50% of Nursing Assistants earn between $29,780 and $37,500 a year, depending on factors such as level of education, experience, location and place of employment.
About 10% of Nursing Assistants earn more than $46,330, a rate generally associated with highly educated and experienced Nursing Assistants.
Approximately 10% of Nursing Assistants earn under $29,130, a rate generally reserved for less experienced or entry level Nursing Assistants.
| Percent | Experience | Employed | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | Less than a Year | 779 | Under $29,130 |
| 15% | 2 – 4 years | 1,168 | $29,130 – $29,780 |
| 25% | 5 – 9 years | 1,948 | $29,780 – $36,770 |
| 25% | 10 – 14 years | 1,948 | $36,770 – $37,500 |
| 15% | 15 – 20 years | 1,168 | $36,770 – $46,330 |
| 10% | 20+ years | 779 | Above $46,330 |
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living
After being adjusted for cost-of-living, Nursing Assistants in North Dakota nurses earn about $39,189 per year which is less than the average U.S. nurse of $33,250.
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.
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Salary Compared to Related Professions
With an average annual salary of $36,070, North Dakota Nursing Assistants tend to earn less than Nurse Anesthetists ($208,170), Nurse Practitioners ($112,720), Nursing Instructors ($77,160), Registered Nurses ($71,200), and LPNs ($50,130).
| 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 Nursing Assistants in North Dakota is $36,070. The top cities that pay Nursing Assistants the most are East North Dakota Nonmetropolitan Area ($37,520), West North Dakota Nonmetropolitan Area ($37,440) and Bismarck ($36,140).
When adjusted for cost-of-living, the cities that pay Nursing Assistants the highest average annual salary are East North Dakota Nonmetropolitan Area ($41,698), West North Dakota Nonmetropolitan Area ($41,609) and Bismarck ($38,349).
The following table shows the average yearly salary range for Nursing Assistants 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 Nursing Assistants salary will have in that area.
| Area | Average Salary | COL Adjusted | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| East North Dakota Nonmetropolitan Area | $37,520 | $41,698 | $4,178 |
| West North Dakota Nonmetropolitan Area | $37,440 | $41,609 | $4,169 |
| Bismarck | $36,140 | $38,349 | $2,209 |
| Grand Forks | $34,850 | $37,794 | $2,944 |
| Fargo | $34,720 | $36,936 | $2,216 |
Salary FAQ for North Dakota Nursing Assistants
City and Rural Summaries
Bismarck
Average Nursing Assistants Salary: $36,140
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $38,349
Hourly Wage: $17.38
Currently Employed: 2,180
Cost-of-Living Index: 94.24
Bismarck Salary Report
East North Dakota Nonmetropolitan Area
Average Nursing Assistants Salary: $37,520
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $41,698
Hourly Wage: $18
Currently Employed: 1,340
Cost-of-Living Index: 89.98
East North Dakota Nonmetropolitan Area Salary Report
Fargo
Average Nursing Assistants Salary: $34,720
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $36,936
Hourly Wage: $16.69
Currently Employed: 2,320
Cost-of-Living Index: 94.00
Fargo Salary Report
Grand Forks
Average Nursing Assistants Salary: $34,850
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $37,794
Hourly Wage: $17
Currently Employed: 1,100
Cost-of-Living Index: 92.21
Grand Forks Salary Report
West North Dakota Nonmetropolitan Area
Average Nursing Assistants Salary: $37,440
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $41,609
Hourly Wage: $18.00
Currently Employed: 1,330
Cost-of-Living Index: 89.98
West North Dakota Nonmetropolitan Area Salary Report
Official Data Sources for Nursing Assistants: Salary Data | Projected Employment | Cost of Living Data