Engineering North Dakota (ND) Rank #37 of 50

Marine Engineer Salary in North Dakota

The median marine engineer salary in North Dakota is $87,219 per year, which is 10% below the national median of $96,910.

Median Salary

$87,219

vs National

$-9,691

State Rank

#37 of 50

Cost of Living

90%

Marine Engineer Salary in North Dakota by Experience

In North Dakota, an entry-level marine engineer earns around $55,800, while experienced professionals earn up to $130,500 per year. The cost of living index in North Dakota is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$55,800

$-6,200 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$88,200

$-9,800 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$130,500

$-14,500 vs national

Salary Percentiles in North Dakota

Percentile	ND Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$52,200	$58,000	$-5,800
25th Percentile	$68,400	$76,000	$-7,600
Median (50th)	$87,219	$96,910	$-9,691
75th Percentile	$111,600	$124,000	$-12,400
90th Percentile	$136,800	$152,000	$-15,200

Marine Engineer Salary by City in North Dakota

The largest employment areas for marine engineers in North Dakota include Fargo, Bismarck, Grand Forks, and Minot. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Fargo, ND

$91,095

Pop. 125,990 · COL 94%

Bismarck, ND

$87,219

Pop. 73,529 · COL 90%

Grand Forks, ND

$85,281

Pop. 56,588 · COL 88%

Minot, ND

$89,157

Pop. 48,639 · COL 92%

West Fargo, ND

$90,126

Pop. 38,626 · COL 93%

How to Become a Marine Engineer in North Dakota

Education

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

Key Skills

Naval ArchitectureMarine SystemsCADPropulsionMaritime LawProject Management

Job Outlook in North Dakota

Nationally, marine engineer employment is projected to grow 4% over the next decade (as fast as average). North Dakota's demand may vary based on local industry trends.