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Wage Comparison in North Dakota

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North Dakota offers competitive salaries with progressive state income tax rates from 1.1% to 2.9%, making it one of the most tax-friendly states. The state’s economy is driven by oil and gas, agriculture, manufacturing, and technology, with major employment centers in Fargo, Bismarck, Grand Forks, and Minot.

  • Compare by Fargo, Bismarck, Grand Forks, and Minot areas
  • Consider ND’s low state tax (1.1% – 2.9%)
  • Factor in oil & gas, agriculture, and tech sectors
North Dakota Salary Factors

Fargo: Technology, healthcare, agriculture

Bismarck: Government, energy, healthcare

Minot: Oil & gas, agriculture

Low taxes, energy boom

Average Salary in North Dakota

North Dakota Industry Averages

North Dakota’s economy has been transformed by the Bakken oil boom, creating high-paying jobs in energy extraction and related industries. The state also has strong agriculture, technology (especially in Fargo), and government sectors. Low taxes and cost of living make salaries go further than in many other states.

Oil & Gas

$95,000

Average annual salary

Technology

$72,000

Average annual salary

Agriculture

$58,000

Average annual salary

Healthcare

$65,000

Average annual salary

North Dakota Salary Factors
  • • Low state taxes (1.1-2.9%)
  • • Bakken oil boom
  • • Strong agriculture
  • • Growing tech sector
  • • Low cost of living
  • • No state sales tax

North Dakota Minimum Wage

North Dakota State Minimum Wage

North Dakota follows the federal minimum wage of $7.25 per hour as of 2025. The state has not enacted its own minimum wage law, so it defaults to the federal rate. However, due to the oil boom and labor shortages, many entry-level positions pay significantly above minimum wage to attract workers.

North Dakota Minimum Wage

$7.25

per hour (Federal Rate)

Annual Full-Time

$15,080

40 hours/week, 52 weeks

North Dakota vs Neighboring States

North Dakota $7.25
Minnesota $10.85
South Dakota $11.20
Montana $10.30

Note: Due to the oil boom and labor shortages, most entry-level jobs in ND pay $12-15+ per hour, well above the minimum wage.

North Dakota Tax Information

Understanding North Dakota Taxes

North Dakota is one of the most tax-friendly states in the US, with progressive state income tax rates from 1.1% to 2.9% and no state sales tax. The state has moderate property taxes and offers various deductions and credits. The oil boom has generated significant state revenue, keeping tax rates low.

Federal Income Tax

Progressive rates from 10% to 37% based on income

ND State Income Tax

Progressive rates from 1.1% to 2.9%

Sales Tax

No state sales tax (local taxes may apply)

Social Security Tax

6.2% on income up to $168,600 (2025 limit)

Medicare Tax

1.45% on all income, plus 0.9% on income over $200,000

North Dakota Tax Structure

Low Progressive Income Tax

ND uses progressive rates from 1.1% (income under $41,775) to 2.9% (income over $458,350), among the lowest in the nation.

No State Sales Tax

North Dakota has no state sales tax, though some local jurisdictions may impose small local sales taxes.

Property Tax

ND has moderate property tax rates (average 0.98%) with homestead exemptions and credits available for qualifying homeowners.

Oil Revenue Benefits

Oil tax revenue has allowed ND to keep income taxes low while funding infrastructure and education improvements.

Important Note

This calculator provides estimates. Actual taxes may vary based on deductions, credits, and other factors specific to your situation.