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Opticians, Dispensing average salary by city in North Dakota
- Bismarck$46,960
- Fargo$46,250
- Grand Forks$44,310
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bismarck | $46,960 | $45,770 | $38,830 | $39,912 | 91 |
| Fargo | $46,250 | $45,040 | $38,040 | $39,342 | 91 |
| Grand Forks | $44,310 | $45,280 | $38,460 | $37,783 | 87 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer. Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
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Sources and how to read this page
- Wages: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates for metropolitan areas. SOC code 29-2081.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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