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North Dakota police payStarting and top-step pay by department
At North Dakota Highway Patrol, starting base pay is $75,528 and top-step pay is $91,668, from official pay schedules.
Starting pay: $75,528 (one department, 1 department). Top step: $91,668 (one department, 1 department).
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| North Dakota Highway Patrol Limited data | State police | $75,528 | $91,668 | Not in our data | Not in our data |
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North Dakota: starting vs top-step pay
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| Department | Start | Top step |
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| North Dakota Highway Patrol | $75,528 | $91,668 |
Frequently asked questions
How much do police officers make in North Dakota?
At North Dakota Highway Patrol, starting base pay is $75,528 and top-step pay is $91,668, from official pay schedules. Overtime, longevity and incentive pay are extra.
What does the federal wage survey say about North Dakota police pay?
The BLS May 2025 survey puts the median annual wage for all police and sheriff’s patrol officers in North Dakota at $74,500. That estimate covers every agency and experience level, so it differs from department pay schedules.
Sources and last checked
- NDHP Trooper Recruit Salary and Benefits · North Dakota Highway Patrol
- BLS OEWS: Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers · U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
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