Labor & Delivery North Dakota High Demand

Labor & Delivery Travel Nurse Salary in North Dakota

Calculate your take-home pay as a Labor & Delivery travel nurse in North Dakota. L&D travel nurses care for mothers and newborns during labor, delivery, and postpartum periods.

Last updated: February 21, 2026

Average Hourly Rate

$44/hr

Labor & Delivery in ND

Weekly Gross Pay

$1,764

Before taxes

Annual Potential

$91,728

Working full-time

Calculate Your Labor & Delivery Pay in North Dakota

Use our calculator to estimate your take-home pay as a Labor & Delivery travel nurse in North Dakota. Enter your contract details to see your true discretionary income after cost of living adjustments.

Travel Nurse Pay Breakdown

Estimate your take-home pay, taxes, and blended rate in seconds.

Excellent: Your housing stipend matches or exceeds the GSA maximum for North Dakota ($686/week). This is the maximum tax-free amount.
Effective Tax Rate26.9%
Federal: 24%
State: 2.9%

Same state assignment. You'll pay 2.9% state tax plus 24% federal tax.

Overtime (Optional)

Blended Hourly Rate

$72.53

Based on 36 hours in ND.

Gross Weekly Pay

$2,611

Taxable Weekly Income

$1,512

Estimated Weekly Taxes

$407

True Net Weekly Pay

$2,204

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Assignment Projections

13-Week Assignment

$28,656

Net Pay

26-Week Assignment

$57,311

Net Pay

Annual (52 weeks)

$114,622

Net Pay

Take Home vs Taxes

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Take Home

$2,204

per week

Taxes

$407

per week

Total Gross: $2,611 per week

🏠 Housing Stipend Analysis

Your Weekly Housing Stipend

$686

$2,970/month

Est. 1BR Rent in North Dakota

$900

Monthly average

Potential Tax-Free Pocket Money

+$2,070

Your stipend covers rent with $2,070 left over each month.

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Cost of Living Analysis in North Dakota

Monthly Net Income:$9,544
Average 1BR Rent:$900
True Discretionary Income:$8,644

After rent, this is what you'll have left each month for other expenses

Cost of Living Index:98.3

National average = 100. North Dakota's cost of living is lower than the national average by 1.7 points.

Housing Cost: Moderate

Utilities: Low

Rent data based on 2025 market averages. Actual rent may vary by neighborhood and housing type.

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GSA Rates & Tax-Free Stipends in North Dakota

Labor & Delivery travel nurses in North Dakota receive the same tax-free stipend rates as other specialties. The specialty premium is reflected in your higher taxable hourly rate.

Lodging

$98/night

Meals & Incidentals

$64/day

Weekly Stipend Max

$1,134

Requirements for Labor & Delivery Travel Nurses in North Dakota

Labor & Delivery Certifications

  • BLS
  • NRP
  • 2+ years L&D experience
  • AWHONN preferred

North Dakota Licensing

Compact State Yes
License Cost $200
Processing Time 2-4 weeks

Tax & Cost of Living in North Dakota

Tax Information

State Income Tax 2.9%
Tax-Friendly Yes

Cost of Living

COL Index 98.3
vs National Avg 1.7000000000000028% lower
Housing Moderate

Top Hospitals Hiring Labor & Delivery Nurses in North Dakota

  • Sanford Medical Center
  • Essentia Health
  • Altru Health System

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Labor & Delivery travel nurses make in North Dakota?

Labor & Delivery travel nurses in North Dakota typically earn between $39 and $56 per hour in taxable wages, with an average of $44/hr. This translates to approximately $1,764 per week or $91,728 annually. Labor & Delivery nurses often earn a premium due to specialized skills required.

What are the requirements to work as a Labor & Delivery travel nurse in North Dakota?

To work as a Labor & Delivery travel nurse in North Dakota, you typically need: BLS, NRP, 2+ years L&D experience, AWHONN preferred. North Dakota is part of the Nurse Licensure Compact, so if you have a compact license, you can work here without additional state licensing.

What GSA rates apply for Labor & Delivery travel nurses in North Dakota?

The GSA per diem rates for North Dakota are: Lodging: $98/night, Meals: $59/day, and Incidentals: $5/day. These rates determine the maximum tax-free stipend amounts. Labor & Delivery travel nurses receive the same stipend rates as other specialties—the specialty premium is reflected in the higher taxable hourly rate.

Is North Dakota a good state for Labor & Delivery travel nurses?

North Dakota is relatively tax-friendly for travel nurses. Labor & Delivery nursing has high demand in this state. The cost of living index is 98.3 (below national average).

Which cities in North Dakota have the best Labor & Delivery travel nurse jobs?

Popular cities for Labor & Delivery travel nurse assignments in North Dakota include: Fargo, Bismarck, Grand Forks. Major hospitals like Sanford Medical Center and Essentia Health frequently hire Labor & Delivery travel nurses. Use our calculator to compare pay and cost of living across these cities.

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