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59 Jobs That Pay Over $100K in North Dakota (2025)

Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed: 2026-05-19

There are 59 occupations in North Dakota with a median salary above $100K per year. The highest-paying is Radiologists at $553,140/year. Based on 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics data.

Data: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025

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Average Salary by State

Average salaries across all 50 states. Click a state to see its $100K+ jobs.

$57,873

$89,679

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS 2025 Annual

AL $63,963 AK $79,599 AZ $72,019 AR $58,447 CA $83,172 CO $76,493 CT $78,019 DE $71,614 DC $89,679 FL $67,772 GA $69,372 HI $73,976 ID $67,243 IL $74,900 IN $68,360 IA $68,184 KS $65,075 KY $66,085 LA $62,928 ME $70,351 MD $79,476 MA $81,221 MI $70,102 MN $79,901 MS $57,873 MO $67,599 MT $65,918 NE $68,499 NV $69,352 NH $75,725 NJ $80,366 NM $68,121 NY $83,189 NC $67,685 ND $70,391 OH $69,737 OK $63,871 OR $75,924 PA $70,617 RI $78,209 SC $66,430 SD $64,417 TN $66,638 TX $68,700 UT $68,195 VT $74,078 VA $73,984 WA $86,472 WV $62,235 WI $71,762 WY $66,073

59
Jobs Over $100K

$553,140

#1: Radiologists

$147,199

Avg of Qualifying Jobs

22,450

Workers in These Jobs

All 59 Jobs Paying Over $100K in North Dakota

Ranked by median annual salary. Click any job to see the full salary breakdown.

#	Occupation	Median Salary	Mean Salary	Workers
1	Radiologists	$553,140	$556,170	120
2	Obstetricians and Gynecologists	$414,060	$327,910	70
3	Emergency Medicine Physicians	$392,890	$424,750	150
4	General Internal Medicine Physicians	$338,400	$319,790	200
5	Family Medicine Physicians	$280,100	$272,470	260
6	Nurse Anesthetists	$244,240	$248,580	250
7	Pediatricians, General	$234,950	$242,000	90
8	Dentists, General	$220,660	$222,340	260
9	Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates	$171,100	$164,880	130
10	Chief Executives	$164,560	$225,920	380
11	Computer and Information Systems Managers	$149,130	$146,840	850
12	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$147,400	$156,360	270
13	Pharmacists	$142,040	$137,110	1,070
14	Human Resources Managers	$139,050	$149,090	290
15	Financial Managers	$135,890	$153,130	2,140
16	Physician Assistants	$133,450	$130,930	510
17	Commercial Pilots	$133,010	$157,900	370
18	Petroleum Engineers	$132,120	$130,910	130
19	Optometrists	$132,110	$132,080	140
20	Natural Sciences Managers	$131,370	$143,370	140
21	Purchasing Managers	$130,110	$138,010	50
22	Nurse Practitioners	$130,070	$126,370	1,290
23	Marketing Managers	$125,580	$136,760	180
24	Power Plant Operators	$122,160	$116,410	150
25	Fundraising Managers	$121,750	$127,690	30
26	Sales Managers	$119,990	$128,800	550
27	Audiologists	$118,750	$124,010	40
28	Clinical and Counseling Psychologists	$116,130	$109,570	170
29	Industrial Production Managers	$116,050	$125,190	490
30	Chemical Engineers	$115,400	$117,040	80
31	Public Relations Managers	$114,110	$122,450	130
32	Training and Development Managers	$114,020	$119,710	50
33	Chemistry Teachers, Postsecondary	$111,020	$113,150	60
34	Electrical Engineers	$110,810	$112,380	260
35	Business Teachers, Postsecondary	$110,050	$116,420	250
36	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$109,710	$115,620	220
37	Database Architects	$109,430	$113,270	60
38	Computer Network Architects	$108,990	$112,630	230
39	Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary	$108,130	$109,870	90
40	Air Traffic Controllers	$107,990	$106,930	100
41	Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary	$107,940	$112,960	810
42	Information Security Analysts	$107,540	$107,420	310
43	Lawyers	$106,880	$128,680	1,050
44	Transportation Inspectors	$106,330	$104,020	60
45	Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers	$105,870	$99,510	740
46	Software Developers	$105,600	$107,000	1,450
47	Computer Systems Analysts	$105,470	$101,850	280
48	Medical and Health Services Managers	$105,170	$124,000	1,220
49	Electronics Engineers, Except Computer	$104,860	$115,560	50
50	Control and Valve Installers and Repairers, Except Mechanical Door	$103,580	$100,220	270
51	Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Technical and Scientific Products	$102,720	$110,240	510
52	Nuclear Medicine Technologists	$102,640	$97,050	50
53	Veterinarians	$102,180	$108,300	270
54	Construction Managers	$102,070	$110,550	1,450
55	Physics Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,700	$96,420	40
56	Education Administrators, Postsecondary	$101,600	$127,230	600
57	Labor Relations Specialists	$101,220	$97,290	90
58	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$100,760	$112,880	510
59	Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers	$100,720	$108,810	390

North Dakota High-Salary Insights

The $100K+ jobs in North Dakota are concentrated in Healthcare Practitioners, Management, and Legal fields.

11.5% of all tracked occupations in ND earn a median salary above $100K. The entry point for this group is $100,720/year (Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers), while the top earner makes $553,140/year.

North Dakota ranks #45 among all 50 states for the number of $100K+ jobs.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many jobs pay over $100K a year in North Dakota?

According to 2025 BLS data, there are 59 occupations in North Dakota with a median annual salary above $100K. This represents 11.5% of all tracked occupations in ND.

What is the highest paying job in North Dakota?

The highest paying occupation in North Dakota is Radiologists with a median salary of $553,140 per year based on 2025 BLS OEWS data.

What is the minimum salary to be on the $100K+ list in North Dakota?

The entry point for the $100K+ list in North Dakota is $100,720/year (Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers). Any occupation with a median salary above $100K qualifies for this list.

What is the average salary of $100K+ jobs in North Dakota?

The average median salary among all 59 occupations that pay over $100K in North Dakota is $147,199 per year (2025 data).

How can I get a job that pays over $100K in North Dakota?

High-paying jobs in North Dakota typically require specialized education, certifications, or significant experience. Common fields include healthcare, technology, management, and engineering. Investing in relevant skills through certifications and advanced degrees can help you reach the $100K+ salary range. Check individual job pages for specific requirements.

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Jobs Over $100K in Other States

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Data Source & Methodology

This list includes all occupations with BLS-published state-level median salary data above $100K per year. Data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates. See our Methodology page for details.

Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics