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Cooks, Institution and Cafeteria average salary by city in North Dakota
- Fargo$42,420
- Minot$41,260
- Grand Forks$40,630
- Bismarck$40,230
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fargo | $42,420 | $41,120 | $37,780 | $36,264 | 91 |
| Minot | $41,260 | $38,570 | $36,330 | $35,332 | 87 |
| Grand Forks | $40,630 | $38,500 | $36,330 | $34,826 | 87 |
| Bismarck | $40,230 | $38,310 | $36,000 | $34,505 | 91 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer. Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
Cooks, Institution and Cafeteria salary in other states
More about pay in North Dakota
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 35-2012.
- U.S. and statewide figures: BLS OEWS national and state estimates, May 2025, every employer including rural areas.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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