Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| North Dakota | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $49,710 | $51,589 | -4% |
| Median hourly wage | $23.90 | $24.80 | -4% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $55,854.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Bookkeeper in North Dakota is $49,710, or about $23.90 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Bookkeepers is $51,589. North Dakota is -4% below the national median.
Entry-level bookkeepers in North Dakota typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 4,290 bookkeeper jobs on record and a median salary of $49,710, North Dakota offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.