What home health and personal care aides earn in North Dakota and its metro areas, compared with the rest of the country.
Metro areas as BLS defines them. Click a column to sort.
| Metro area | Median | Hourly | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fargo, ND-MN | $37,910 | $18.23 | 3,130 |
| Bismarck, ND | $38,850 | $18.68 | 1,680 |
| Grand Forks, ND-MN | $41,080 | $19.75 | 1,350 |
| East North Dakota nonmetropolitan area | $41,940 | $20.16 | 1,230 |
| Minot, ND | $36,860 | $17.72 | 880 |
| West North Dakota nonmetropolitan area | $38,610 | $18.56 | 880 |
Home Health and Personal Care Aides in North Dakota earned a median of $39,440 a year ($18.96 an hour) in May 2025, 10% more than the national median of $35,800. The middle half earned $37,110 to $45,800.
Among areas in North Dakota, pay was highest in Grand Forks, ND-MN at $41,080.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, all industries. Pay doesn't reflect cost of living, overtime or shift differentials.