Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, SOC 49-3051. Rank and differences are derived from published figures. How we use it.
How North Dakota compares
North Dakota's median is $60,990, $3,440 (6.0%) above the U.S. median. It ranks 12th, mid-table among the 50 states and territories with data.
The top 10% earn $74,490 or more and the bottom 10% under $46,500. That range is narrower than the national one.
About 70 marine mechanics work in North Dakota, 0.3% of the U.S. total. That is close to the U.S. average for a workforce its size.
Pay distribution: North Dakota vs. United States
North Dakota median $60,990
United States median $57,550
- 10th–90th percentile
- 25th–75th percentile
- Median
| Measure | North Dakota annual | North Dakota hourly | U.S. annual | U.S. hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $46,500 | Not loaded | $36,950 | $17.76 |
| 25th percentile | $53,080 | Not loaded | $46,750 | $22.48 |
| Median (50th) | $60,990 | $29.32 | $57,550 | $27.67 |
| 75th percentile | $71,910 | Not loaded | $66,620 | $32.03 |
| 90th percentile | $74,490 | Not loaded | $79,330 | $38.14 |
| Mean (average) | $63,100 | $30.34 | $58,070 | $27.92 |
Hourly percentiles for this state are published by BLS but not loaded here yet, so they show as “Not loaded”.
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Questions about marine mechanic pay in North Dakota
How much does a marine mechanic make in North Dakota?
The median is $60,990 a year, or $29.32 an hour (May 2025). The average is $63,100.
Is North Dakota a good state for marine mechanic pay?
It ranks 12th of 50, 6.0% above the U.S. median. Living costs are not factored in, so compare with what housing costs where you would work.
How many marine mechanics work in North Dakota?
About 70.