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Nursing jobs in North Dakota 2026

Vacancies, salaries, EB-3 demand and licensing — verified against BLS OEWS 2025 + HRSA NCHWA 2026.

RN Shortage
600
Low 2.1%
Median Annual Salary
$83,600
$40.19/hr
COL-Adjusted
$83,337
COL index: 92
Compact State?
Yes
NLC multistate eligible

Key insight

In North Dakota, there is a shortage of 600 registered nurses as of 2026 — 2.1% of the state's nursing workforce demand. Median RN salary is $83,600 per year. After cost of living adjustment, purchasing power equals $83,337 in national terms. Moderate EB-3 activity in this state.

Top hiring cities

  • • Fargo
  • • Bismarck
  • • Grand Forks

State nursing board

North Dakota Board of Nursing
Endorsement fee: $150 · NCLEX attempts allowed: 8/year
Licensing portal