Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 — state estimates. Data captured September 30, 2026.
Pay in North Dakota, all employers Sourced
Fish and Game Wardens (SOC 33-3031) in North Dakota, all employers combined: BLS state estimates do not separate government from private.
| Measure | ND |
|---|---|
| Workers | 30 |
| 10th percentile | $61,430 |
| Median | $79,520 |
| 90th percentile | $103,250 |
| National median, government employers | $74,060 |
Sources: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 — state estimates; U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 — national estimates by ownership. Data captured September 30, 2026.
Pension in North Dakota
State employees: State public safety
| Plan | Accrual | Normal retirement | Employee pays | Social Security |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NDPERS Public Safety Defined Benefit Retirement Plan Public Safety plan, members first enrolled on or after 2020-01-01 | 1.75% | Age 55 with 3 years of eligible service | 5.5% | Not stated |
The statewide plan a new hire usually joins. Some cities and counties run their own plans; check with the employer. Each plan's formula, vesting, cost-of-living adjustment and retiree health are on the North Dakota pension plans list.
Source: State retirement systems, Official state retirement system pages, member handbooks and statutes. Data captured October 2, 2026.
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Requirements, hiring process, training, schedule and day-to-day work are on the national Fish & Game Warden page.
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