Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| North Dakota | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $59,420 | $66,997 | -11% |
| Median hourly wage | $28.57 | $32.21 | -11% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $66,764.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Kindergarten Teacher in North Dakota is $59,420, or about $28.57 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Kindergarten Teachers is $66,997. North Dakota is -11% below the national median.
Entry-level kindergarten teachers in North Dakota typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 600 kindergarten teacher jobs on record and a median salary of $59,420, North Dakota offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.