Travel Nurse Pay in North Dakota
Discover average travel nurse pay rates, stipends, and take-home calculations for North Dakota. Use our free calculator below to estimate your earnings.
Last updated: February 21, 2026
Calculate Your Pay in North Dakota
Use our calculator to estimate your take-home pay in North Dakota, including cost of living analysis to see your true discretionary income.
Travel Nurse Pay Breakdown
Estimate your take-home pay, taxes, and blended rate in seconds.
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
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
After rent, this is what you'll have left each month for other expenses
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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Average Travel Nurse Pay in North Dakota
These are average pay rates for travel nurses in North Dakota. Actual pay varies by specialty, experience, and facility. Use our pay calculator to estimate your specific take-home pay.
Hourly Rate
$42/hr
Weekly Gross
$1,680
Annual
$87,360
GSA Per Diem Rates for North Dakota
Lodging
$98/night
Meals
$59/day
Incidentals
$5/day
These rates determine the maximum tax-free stipend amounts for travel nurses in North Dakota.
Tax Information for North Dakota
Cost of Living in North Dakota
Cost of Living Index
98.3
Below national average
Housing
Moderate
Utilities
Low
Popular Cities for Travel Nurses in North Dakota
These are the most popular cities for travel nurse assignments in North Dakota. Click on any city to see detailed pay information, cost of living, and job opportunities. Use our state comparison tool to compare pay across different states.
Fargo
Avg Pay: $44/hr
Est. Rent: $900/mo
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Bismarck
Avg Pay: $43/hr
Est. Rent: $900/mo
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Grand Forks
Avg Pay: $42/hr
Est. Rent: $900/mo
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North Dakota Pay by Nursing Specialty
Pay varies significantly by specialty. Select a specialty to see detailed salary data for North Dakota:
ICU
~$46/hr in ND
Very High DemandER
~$45/hr in ND
Very High DemandOR
~$47/hr in ND
High DemandLabor & Delivery
~$44/hr in ND
High DemandMed-Surg
~$42/hr in ND
Very High DemandPACU
~$45/hr in ND
High DemandTop Hospitals in North Dakota
- Sanford Medical Center
- Essentia Health
- Altru Health System
Nursing License Requirements for North Dakota
Cost of Living in North Dakota
Average 1BR Rent
$900/mo
Cost of Living Index
98.3
National avg = 100
Housing Cost
Moderate
Tip: Use our pay calculator to see how your take-home pay compares to the cost of living in North Dakota. Consider that rent in North Dakota is lower than the national average.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do travel nurses make in North Dakota?
Travel nurses in North Dakota typically earn between $37 and $52 per hour in taxable wages, with an average of $42/hr. When including tax-free stipends, the blended hourly rate ranges from $46-61 per hour.
What are the GSA rates for 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 travel nurses can receive. For official rates, visit [GSA.gov](https://www.gsa.gov/travel/plan-book/per-diem-rates).
Is North Dakota tax-friendly for travel nurses?
North Dakota has a state income tax rate of 2.9%, making it relatively tax-friendly for travel nurses. However, you'll still pay federal taxes on your taxable wages.
What is the cost of living in North Dakota?
The cost of living index in North Dakota is 98.3, which is below the national average. Housing costs are moderate, and utilities are low.
Do I need a separate license to work in North Dakota?
North Dakota is part of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC), so if you have a compact license, you can work here without additional licensing. The license costs $200 and typically takes 2-4 weeks to process.