Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| North Dakota | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $60,030 | $72,224 | -17% |
| Median hourly wage | $28.86 | $34.72 | -17% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $67,449.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Elementary School Teacher in North Dakota is $60,030, or about $28.86 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Elementary School Teachers is $72,224. North Dakota is -17% below the national median.
Entry-level elementary school teachers in North Dakota typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 4,430 elementary school teacher jobs on record and a median salary of $60,030, North Dakota offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.