Medical Biller jobs in Grand Forks, ND
Medical Billers in the Grand Forks area earn a median of $23.56 per hour, about $49,000 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $21.33 and $27.01. That ranks 58th of 384 U.S. metro areas for medical biller pay, and 4th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Grand Forks. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Grand Forks.
- $23.56median pay per hour, Grand Forks
- $21–$27typical range per hour
- 100medical billers employed in the metro area
- 87cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Medical Biller pay in Grand Forks, ND
The metro median is in line with the North Dakota statewide median of $23.61 per hour. Nationally the median is $22.68 per hour. BLS counts about 100 billing and posting clerks employed in the Grand Forks metro area, 1.9 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.72).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $19.97 | $41,540 | 12% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $21.33 | $44,370 | 6% below U.S. median |
| Median | $23.56 | $49,000 | 4% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $27.01 | $56,180 | 19% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $34.93 | $72,650 | 54% above U.S. median |
How Grand Forks ranks
- 58th of 384 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 4th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd of 4 North Dakota metro areas
BLS does not publish a separate figure for medical biller. These numbers are for the broader category it belongs to, Billing and Posting Clerks.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Billing and Posting Clerks (SOC 43-3021), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
What your pay buys in Grand Forks
- Overall prices in Grand Forks run 13% below the U.S. average (index 86.7, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 40% below the U.S. average (index 59.7).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $23.56 median hour buys what $27.19 buys at the national price level, 20% above the national median.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
Get the Grand Forks Medical Biller pay report
Named employers near Grand Forks, what they pay and the roles open now. Free for candidates, email only.
Get my free pay reportEstimate your Grand Forks paycheck
- Per year: $42,408
- Per month: $3,534
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Grand Forks metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Grand Forks
CMS lists 1 hospital in Grand Forks.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Altru Hospital Grand Forks, ND | Acute care | Government and federal | 3 of 5 | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Medical Biller pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fargo, ND | 74 mi | $23.80/hr | 136,285 |
| Bismarck, ND | 188 mi | $25.00/hr | 77,772 |
| St. Cloud, MN | 215 mi | $23.28/hr | 72,145 |
| Duluth, MN | 245 mi | $23.14/hr | 87,986 |
| Maple Grove, MN | 259 mi | $26.66/hr | 72,739 |
| Coon Rapids, MN | 261 mi | $26.66/hr | 63,807 |
Medical Biller jobs in North Dakota · Medical Biller jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in North Dakota
Medical billers prepare and submit claims, follow up on denials and post payments.
- Medical billing or coding training; CPB is a plus
- Knowledge of payer rules and claim forms
- Experience with billing and EHR systems
North Dakota taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Grand Forks
Grand Forks city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do medical billers make in Grand Forks, ND?
Medical Billers in the Grand Forks metro area have a median pay of $23.56 per hour, about $49,000 a year. The middle half earn between $21.33 and $27.01 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Grand Forks a good place for medical billers once cost of living is counted?
Grand Forks ranks 4th of 341 metro areas for medical biller pay after adjusting for local prices, and 58th of 384 before adjusting. Overall prices run 13% below the U.S. average.
Where do medical billers work in Grand Forks?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Grand Forks, led by Altru Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a North Dakota license to work in Grand Forks as a medical biller?
Medical billing or coding training; CPB is a plus. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what North Dakota requires for your role with the North Dakota licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Does Valorem Health place medical billers in Grand Forks?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Grand Forks and across North Dakota. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Grand Forks.
What do employers near Grand Forks pay medical billers? Get the report.
Tell us your role and city. Within 24 hours you get an email with three things, by employer name. It costs you nothing, because employers pay us.
- 1Pay for your role at other hospitals
The hourly pay at named employers near you, so you see who pays most.
- 2What they are offering now
The pay range and median across current postings, and how many were posted this month.
- 3Roles open for you right now
Every current opening near you with pay, shift and start date. Reply with one click.
Get your free pay report
20+ Medical Biller roles in North Dakota, sent free by email
Tell us who you are and what you do. We email the report within 24 hours on business days.
Your Biller pay reportTop-paying hospitals shown · your North Dakota list by name comes with the full report
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- OSF Healthcare SystemPeoria, IL · 1 posting$36.48/ hr$34–$39
- ChristianaCareWilmington, DE · 1 posting$28.42/ hr$23–$34
- Sentara HealthcareVirginia Beach, VA · 1 posting$27.34/ hr$22–$33
- MarinHealthNovato, CA · 2 postings$25.20/ hr$23–$27
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published. Request your North Dakota list
2What they are offering now
22 Biller postings with published pay in the US, 21 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open Biller roles
Open Biller roles near Grand Forks, ND, each with pay, shift and start date, arrive with your report.