Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| North Dakota | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $86,450 | $98,482 | -12% |
| Median hourly wage | $41.56 | $47.35 | -12% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $97,135.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Network Engineer in North Dakota is $86,450, or about $41.56 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Network Engineers is $98,482. North Dakota is -12% below the national median.
Entry-level network engineers in North Dakota typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 930 network engineer jobs on record and a median salary of $86,450, North Dakota offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.