Lawyer Salary in North Dakota
A lawyer in North Dakota earns an estimated $145,700 a year ($70.05 an hour). Most workers fall from $99,100 to $211,300, depending on experience and employer.
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Lawyer pay in North Dakota
| Per year | Per hour | |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level (estimate) | $99,100 | $47.64 |
| Median (estimate) | $145,700 | $70.05 |
| Experienced (estimate) | $211,300 | $101.59 |
| US national median | $151,000 | $72.60 |
The North Dakota estimate is 4% below the national median, reflecting local prices and wages.
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Take-home pay
On the median figure a single filer in North Dakota keeps about $108,229 a year after federal tax, FICA and state tax, or $4,162.67 per biweekly paycheck. Try your exact numbers in the North Dakota paycheck calculator.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a lawyer make in North Dakota?
About $145,700 a year at the median (estimate).
Is this an official figure?
No. It is an estimate based on the national BLS median and a state wage index. Check BLS OEWS tables for official data.
Sources and method
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics: Occupational Outlook Handbook
- Bureau of Economic Analysis: regional price parities
- Estimate, not official state data
Page last updated November 2026. See our editorial policy and disclaimer.