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Cloud Architect Salary in North Dakota

The median cloud architect salary in North Dakota is $121,260 per year, which is 14% below the national median of $141,000.

Median Salary
$121,260
vs National
$-19,740
State Rank
#41 of 50
Cost of Living
90%

Cloud Architect Salary in North Dakota by Experience

In North Dakota, an entry-level cloud architect earns around $84,280, while experienced professionals earn up to $167,700 per year. The cost of living index in North Dakota is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$84,280
$-13,720 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$122,120
$-19,880 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$167,700
$-27,300 vs national

Salary Percentiles in North Dakota

Percentile ND Salary
10th Percentile $81,700
25th Percentile $101,480
Median (50th) $121,260
75th Percentile $150,500
90th Percentile $180,600

Major Cities for Cloud Architects in North Dakota

The largest employment areas for cloud architects in North Dakota include Fargo, Bismarck, Grand Forks, and Minot. Salaries in major metro areas may be higher due to increased demand and cost of living.

Fargo, ND
Metro area for cloud architect employment
Bismarck, ND
Metro area for cloud architect employment
Grand Forks, ND
Metro area for cloud architect employment
Minot, ND
Metro area for cloud architect employment
West Fargo, ND
Metro area for cloud architect employment

How to Become a Cloud Architect in North Dakota

Education

Most cloud architect positions require a bachelor's degree. North Dakota has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

AWSAzureGCPCloud ArchitectureNetworkingSecurity

Job Outlook in North Dakota

Nationally, cloud architect employment is projected to grow 23% over the next decade (much faster than average). North Dakota's demand may vary based on local industry trends.