PermanentPosted 2 days ago
RN Medical
CommonSpirit Health · Bismarck, ND
$35.38–$50.69/ hour
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Registered Nurse jobs in Bismarck, ND
Registered Nurses in the Bismarck area earn a median of $37.52 per hour, about $78,040 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $32.09 and $38.53. That ranks 300th of 379 U.S. metro areas for registered nurse pay, and 250th of 335 once local prices are factored in. 6 open roles with published pay are listed for Bismarck. The free report below lists employers near Bismarck and what they pay.
- $37.52median pay per hour, Bismarck
- $32–$39typical range per hour
- 2,380registered nurses employed in the metro area
- 6open roles with published pay
Open Registered Nurse roles in Bismarck
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RN Maternity Womens
CommonSpirit Health · Bismarck, ND
$35.38–$50.69/ hour
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PermanentPosted 7 days ago
Clinic RN
CommonSpirit Health · Bismarck, ND
$26.14–$36.91/ hour
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PermanentPosted 10 days ago
RN Medical Surgical
CommonSpirit Health · Bismarck, ND
$35.38–$50.69/ hour
PermanentPosted 21 days ago
Behavioral Health RN
CommonSpirit Health · Bismarck, ND
$35.38–$50.69/ hour
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RN ED
CommonSpirit Health · Bismarck, ND
$35.38–$50.69/ hour
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Get my free pay reportRegistered Nurse pay in Bismarck, ND
The metro median is in line with the North Dakota statewide median of $37.62 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.00 per hour. BLS counts about 2,380 registered nurses employed in the Bismarck metro area, 33.9 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.59).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $32.09 | $66,750 | 29% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $32.09 | $66,750 | 29% below U.S. median |
| Median | $37.52 | $78,040 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $38.53 | $80,140 | 14% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $47.50 | $98,800 | 6% above U.S. median |
How Bismarck ranks
- 300th of 379 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 250th of 335 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, 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 Bismarck
- Overall prices in Bismarck run 9% below the U.S. average (index 91.0, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 16% below the U.S. average (index 84.0).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $37.52 median hour buys what $41.22 buys at the national price level, 8% 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.
Estimate your Bismarck paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,351
- Per year: $67,536
- Per month: $5,628
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Bismarck metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Bismarck
| 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 registered nurse 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 Bismarck
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Bismarck, 2 of the 2 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of registered nurses.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chi St Alexius Health Bismarck, ND | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Sanford Medical Center Bismarck Bismarck, ND | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 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 Burleigh County
HRSA lists 1 active primary care shortage designation that include Burleigh County (1 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 6 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.
Registered Nurse pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fargo, ND | 186 mi | $37.98/hr | 136,285 |
| Grand Forks, ND | 188 mi | $36.80/hr | 59,845 |
| Rapid City, SD | 224 mi | $33.42/hr | 79,894 |
| St. Cloud, MN | 328 mi | $49.95/hr | 72,145 |
| Maple Grove, MN | 370 mi | $49.16/hr | 72,739 |
| Plymouth, MN | 372 mi | $49.16/hr | 78,551 |
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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 registered nurses make in Bismarck, ND?
Registered Nurses in the Bismarck metro area have a median pay of $37.52 per hour, about $78,040 a year. The middle half earn between $32.09 and $38.53 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Bismarck a good place for registered nurses once cost of living is counted?
Bismarck ranks 250th of 335 metro areas for registered nurse pay after adjusting for local prices, and 300th of 379 before adjusting. Overall prices run 9% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring registered nurses in Bismarck?
We list 6 open roles with published pay from 1 employer in Bismarck. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Bismarck.
Do I need a North Dakota license to work in Bismarck as a registered nurse?
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 Bismarck in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 1 active primary care shortage designation that include Burleigh 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 Bismarck?
The federal per diem benchmark in Bismarck 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 registered nurses in Bismarck?
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Your RN pay reportBismarck, ND · pay published by employers and employer-reported wage offers in federal filings
1Pay for your role at other employers
- Essentia HealthFargo, ND · 8 postings$47.77/ hr$36–$60
- Altru Health SystemGrand Forks, ND · 3 wage offers$47.50/ hr$35–$50
- Veterans Health AdministrationFargo, ND · 3 postings$46.38/ hr$35–$58
- CommonSpirit HealthDICKINSON, ND · 22 postings$42.29/ hr$26–$53
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer published or reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
Low$34Median$43.66High$57
34 RN postings with published pay in North Dakota, 28 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 34 RN roles
- Registered Nurse (RN) - Emergency Department - Full TimePermanent$38.22–$57.33/ hour
- Registered Nurse - RNPermanent$33.00–$56.00/ hour
+ 32 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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