Nurse Informaticist jobs in Grand Forks, ND
The median nurse informaticist 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 informaticist pay, and 187th of 335 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.
- $36.80median pay per hour, Grand Forks
- $32–$40typical range per hour
- 1,250nurse informaticists employed in the metro area
- 87cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Nurse Informaticist 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 informaticist. 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.
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.
Nurse Informaticist 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 Informaticist jobs in North Dakota · Nurse Informaticist jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in North Dakota
Nurse informaticists connect clinical practice and health IT, improving workflows and EHR tools.
- Active RN license
- Clinical experience plus informatics training or certification
- EHR build or analyst experience
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 informaticists make in Grand Forks, ND?
Nurse Informaticists 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 informaticists once cost of living is counted?
Grand Forks ranks 187th of 335 metro areas for nurse informaticist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 328th of 379 before adjusting. Overall prices run 13% below the U.S. average.
Where do nurse informaticists 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 informaticist?
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.
Does Valorem Health place nurse informaticists in Grand Forks?
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- Denver HealthDenver, CO · 1 posting$152.07/ hr$138–$167
- Stanford Children's HealthMENLO PARK, CA · 1 posting$101.46/ hr$90–$113
- CommonSpirit HealthLOS ANGELES, CA · 1 posting$67.81/ hr$55–$81
- CommonSpirit HealthTACOMA, WA · 1 posting$62.82/ hr$47–$78
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