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Security Guards average salary by city in North Dakota
- Minot$43,480
- Fargo$42,010
- Grand Forks$41,740
- Bismarck$39,780
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minot | $43,480 | $39,430 | $34,930 | $37,116 | 87 |
| Fargo | $42,010 | $37,770 | $33,890 | $35,935 | 91 |
| Grand Forks | $41,740 | $41,750 | $35,190 | $35,718 | 87 |
| Bismarck | $39,780 | $36,130 | $34,670 | $34,143 | 91 |
*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 33-9032.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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