Best Jobs In 2026 & How Much They Pay In North Dakota

Starting a new year often means, for many of us, starting a new job. If you're thinking about doing this, it might be a good idea to look at U.S. News & World Report's list of 'Best Jobs in America' for 2026. The source analyzed salary data, job growth, and employment trends from the U.S. Bureau of Labor & Statistics.

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Not only that, I thought it would be good to know how much each of these jobs pay in North Dakota. So, whether you're just curious or looking for more growth, stability, or flexibility in your career, here's what you should know before you make the switch.

Best Jobs In 2026

10. Pilot

National Median Salary: $226,600

North Dakota Median Salary: $87,000 - 138,500

9. Speech-Language Pathologist

National Median Salary: $95,410

North Dakota Median Salary: $96,090

8. Data Scientist

National Median Salary: $112,590

North Dakota Median Salary: $131,137

7. Software Developer

National Median Salary: $133,080

North Dakota Median Salary: $127,731

6. Medial & Health Services Manager

National Median Salary: $117,960

North Dakota Median Salary: $101,179

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5. Physician's Assistant

National Median Salary: $133,260

North Dakota Median Salary: $120,117

4. Information Security Analyst

National Median Salary: $124,910

North Dakota Median Salary:$99,586

3. IT Manager

National Median Salary: $171,200

North Dakota Median Salary: $171,200

2. Financial Manager

National Median Salary: $161,700

North Dakota Median Salary: $90,000 - 160,000

1. Nurse Practitioner

National Median Salary: $129,210

North Dakota Median Salary: $155,355

There you have it, those are the top jobs in 2026. Which jobs do you think are missing from the list? Send us a message in the app.