Medical Coder jobs in Grand Forks, ND
Pay for medical coders in the Grand Forks area centers on $25.45 per hour, or about $52,940 a year. The lower quarter earns under $19.02 and the upper quarter over $28.38. That ranks 78th of 369 U.S. metro areas for medical coder pay, and 18th of 328 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Grand Forks. The free report below lists employers near Grand Forks and what they pay.
- $25.45median pay per hour, Grand Forks
- $19–$28typical range per hour
- 50medical coders employed in the metro area
- 87cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Medical Coder pay in Grand Forks, ND
The metro median is 1% below the North Dakota statewide median of $25.74 per hour. Nationally the median is $24.16 per hour. BLS counts about 50 medical records specialists employed in the Grand Forks metro area, 1.0 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.79).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.75 | $36,920 | 27% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $19.02 | $39,560 | 21% below U.S. median |
| Median | $25.45 | $52,940 | 5% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $28.38 | $59,030 | 17% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $36.40 | $75,710 | 51% above U.S. median |
How Grand Forks ranks
- 78th of 369 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 18th of 328 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd of 4 North Dakota metro areas
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Medical Records Specialists (SOC 29-2072), 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 $25.45 median hour buys what $29.37 buys at the national price level, 22% 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 Coder 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: $45,810
- Per month: $3,818
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 Coder pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fargo, ND | 74 mi | $27.86/hr | 136,285 |
| Bismarck, ND | 188 mi | $28.63/hr | 77,772 |
| St. Cloud, MN | 215 mi | $24.56/hr | 72,145 |
| Duluth, MN | 245 mi | $23.97/hr | 87,986 |
| Maple Grove, MN | 259 mi | $29.47/hr | 72,739 |
| Coon Rapids, MN | 261 mi | $29.47/hr | 63,807 |
Medical Coder jobs in North Dakota · Medical Coder jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in North Dakota
Medical coders translate diagnoses and procedures into billing and reporting codes.
- CPC, CCS or equivalent coding credential
- Knowledge of ICD-10-CM, CPT and HCPCS
- Experience with encoder 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 coders make in Grand Forks, ND?
Medical Coders in the Grand Forks metro area have a median pay of $25.45 per hour, about $52,940 a year. The middle half earn between $19.02 and $28.38 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Grand Forks a good place for medical coders once cost of living is counted?
Grand Forks ranks 18th of 328 metro areas for medical coder pay after adjusting for local prices, and 78th of 369 before adjusting. Overall prices run 13% below the U.S. average.
Where do medical coders 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 coder?
CPC, CCS or equivalent coding credential. 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 coders 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 coders? 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 Coder 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 Coder pay reportTop-paying hospitals shown · your North Dakota list by name comes with the full report
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- CommonSpirit HealthCentennial, CO · 3 postings$34.69/ hr$26–$44
- Banner HealthArizona, AZ · 3 postings$31.92/ hr$26–$44
- Avera HealthSioux Falls, SD · 3 postings$31.75/ hr$24–$46
- Sarah Bush Lincoln Health SystemIllinois · 4 postings$28.97/ hr$23–$37
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published. Request your North Dakota list
2What they are offering now
53 Coder postings with published pay in the US, 44 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open Coder roles
Open Coder roles near Grand Forks, ND, each with pay, shift and start date, arrive with your report.