Nurse Case Manager jobs in Grand Forks, ND
The median nurse case manager pay in the Grand Forks area is $36.80 per hour ($76,550 a year), with the typical range running from $31.62 to $40.46. That ranks 328th of 379 U.S. metro areas for nurse case manager pay, and 187th of 335 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Grand Forks. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Grand Forks.
- $36.80median pay per hour, Grand Forks
- $32–$40typical range per hour
- 1,250nurse case managers employed in the metro area
- 87cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Nurse Case Manager pay in Grand Forks, ND
The metro median is 2% below the North Dakota statewide median of $37.62 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.00 per hour. BLS counts about 1,250 registered nurses employed in the Grand Forks metro area, 24.3 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.14).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $31.26 | $65,020 | 31% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $31.62 | $65,770 | 30% below U.S. median |
| Median | $36.80 | $76,550 | 18% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $40.46 | $84,160 | 10% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $46.45 | $96,620 | 3% above U.S. median |
How Grand Forks ranks
- 328th of 379 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 187th of 335 after adjusting for local prices
- 4th of 4 North Dakota metro areas
BLS does not publish a separate figure for nurse case manager. These numbers are for the broader category it belongs to, Registered Nurses.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Registered Nurses (SOC 29-1141), 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 $36.80 median hour buys what $42.46 buys at the national price level, 6% below 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.
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- Per year: $66,240
- Per month: $5,520
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.
Travel assignment per diem in Grand Forks
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $110 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $68 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,246 |
| 13-week assignment | $16,198 |
Travel nurse case manager assignments commonly pay housing and meals stipends. The GSA per diem is the federal benchmark for what those stipends can be tax-free (this is the standard rate that applies here). Whether a stipend is tax-free for you depends on keeping a valid tax home, so confirm with your recruiter and a tax professional. Compare with your offer in the travel pay calculator.
Source: U.S. General Services Administration per diem rates, fiscal year 2026 (average across months).
Hospitals in Grand Forks
CMS lists 1 hospital in Grand Forks, 0 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of nurse case managers.
| 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.
Primary care shortage areas in Grand Forks County
HRSA lists 1 active primary care shortage designation that include Grand Forks County (1 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 18 on a 0 to 25 scale, where a higher score means a greater shortage.
Shortage areas are where demand for nurses, nurse practitioners, physician assistants and other clinicians is greatest. Federal loan repayment programs such as the NHSC and Nurse Corps cover some clinicians who work at eligible shortage-area sites. Eligibility is set by each program and by the site, so ask your recruiter before you plan around it.
Source: HRSA Health Professional Shortage Areas data warehouse, designated areas only. A designation can cover part of a county.
Nurse Case Manager pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fargo, ND | 74 mi | $37.98/hr | 136,285 |
| Bismarck, ND | 188 mi | $37.52/hr | 77,772 |
| St. Cloud, MN | 215 mi | $49.95/hr | 72,145 |
| Duluth, MN | 245 mi | $40.03/hr | 87,986 |
| Maple Grove, MN | 259 mi | $49.16/hr | 72,739 |
| Coon Rapids, MN | 261 mi | $49.16/hr | 63,807 |
Nurse Case Manager jobs in North Dakota · Nurse Case Manager jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in North Dakota
North Dakota is in the Nurse Licensure Compact, so an RN or LPN/LVN with a multistate license from another compact state can work here without a new license. Nurses whose home state is not in the compact apply for a North Dakota license by endorsement.
North Dakota taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do nurse case managers make in Grand Forks, ND?
Nurse Case Managers in the Grand Forks metro area have a median pay of $36.80 per hour, about $76,550 a year. The middle half earn between $31.62 and $40.46 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Grand Forks a good place for nurse case managers once cost of living is counted?
Grand Forks ranks 187th of 335 metro areas for nurse case manager pay after adjusting for local prices, and 328th of 379 before adjusting. Overall prices run 13% below the U.S. average.
Where do nurse case managers 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 nurse case manager?
North Dakota is in the Nurse Licensure Compact, so an RN or LPN/LVN with a multistate license from another compact state can work here without a new license. Nurses whose home state is not in the compact apply for a North Dakota license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Grand Forks in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 1 active primary care shortage designation that include Grand Forks County. Shortage areas often have more openings, and some loan repayment programs cover clinicians who work at eligible sites.
What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Grand Forks?
The federal per diem benchmark in Grand Forks is $110 a night for lodging and $68 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,246 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place nurse case managers 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.
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- Emanate HealthGlendora, CA · 3 postings$84.00/ hr$84–$84
- MultiCarePuyallup, WA · 6 postings$67.28/ hr$20–$95
- UMass Memorial Health CareMilford, MA · 4 postings$60.11/ hr$40–$85
- Central Maine Healthcare CorporationLynwood, CA · 3 postings$55.33/ hr$38–$66
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