Gas Plant Operators Salary in North Dakota
Gas Plant Operators in North Dakota earn a median of $96,760 a year, +10% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $96,760
- vs. U.S. median
- +10% ($87,820)
- Rank among states
- 18 of 43
- Jobs in the state
- 770
Pay range in North Dakota
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $76,570; the top 10% earn over $129,410. Nationally the range is $61,350 to $115,520.
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- Pump Operators, Except Wellhead Pumpers$81,400 median in North Dakota
- Biomass Plant Technicians$122,160 median in North Dakota (broader BLS group)
- Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers$93,130 median in North Dakota
- Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System Operators$60,470 median in North Dakota
- Power Plant Operators$122,160 median in North Dakota
- Tank Car, Truck, and Ship Loaders$61,210 median in North Dakota
Gas Plant Operators pay in North Dakota
How much do gas plant operators make in North Dakota?
The median is $96,760 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $76,570 and the top 10% earn over $129,410. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is North Dakota a good state for gas plant operators?
On pay alone it ranks 18 of 43 (+10% vs. the national median of $87,820). Living costs are not included.