"How long does it take to become a medical assistant in North Dakota?"

"Most paths into the medical assistant field take 1 to 5 years, depending on whether you complete a trade school program, a registered apprenticeship, or a combination of both."

"Do medical assistants need a license in North Dakota?"

"Yes. North Dakota requires state-level licensing or registration for medical assistants, administered by the ND State Board of Chiropractic Examiners. See the licensing section above for credential types and current requirements."

"What apprenticeships are available for medical assistants in North Dakota?"

"In North Dakota, registered apprenticeships are administered through the North Dakota Workforce Development - Apprenticeship, which works with employers and trade union locals to register programs. See the apprenticeship section above for office contact details."

How to Become A Medical Assistant in North Dakota

Q: "How much do medical assistants earn in North Dakota?"

"According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data (May 2025), medical assistants in North Dakota earned a median annual wage of approximately $45,980. Employment concentration in North Dakota is roughly 0.27 of the national average, meaning fewer workers per capita than the U.S. as a whole."

Q: "What is the job outlook for medical assistants in North Dakota?"

"North Dakota currently employs approximately 600 workers, and the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects 12.5% national employment change for this occupation from 2024 to 2034."

Updated June 8, 2026 | TradeCareerPath Editorial Team

North Dakota medical assistants earn a median annual wage of $45,980 ($22.11/hr) according to U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data (May 2025), with about 600 workers employed statewide. The state median is approximately 0.6% above the national median of $45,690 for the same occupation.

Key Takeaways

Median annual pay: $45,980 ($22.11/hr)
25th percentile: $39,090 per year
75th percentile: $54,620 per year
Top 10% earn: more than $58,230 per year
Entry-level (bottom 10%): under $37,650 per year
Workers employed in North Dakota: 600
Versus national median: 0.6% above the U.S. median of $45,690
Job concentration: Location quotient 0.27 - this occupation is less concentrated in North Dakota than the national average

Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025. Last reviewed June 8, 2026.

North Dakota employs approximately 600 medical assistants according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, with a median annual wage of $45,980 ¹. Nationally, medical assistant employment is projected to grow 12.5% from 2024 to 2034, with about 112,300 openings per year ². This page covers how to become a medical assistant in North Dakota, including certification options, training programs, and salary data.

Quick Answers About Becoming A Medical Assistant in North Dakota

How do I become a medical assistant in North Dakota? North Dakota requires credentials such as Certified Chiropractic Clinical Assistants. The licensing authority is the ND State Board of Chiropractic Examiners ³. You also need to complete an approved training program or apprenticeship.

How long does it take? Most paths take 1 to 5 years depending on whether you choose trade school, an apprenticeship, or a combination of both.

Do I need a license in North Dakota? Yes. North Dakota has licensing or registration requirements for medical assistants. The ND State Board of Chiropractic Examiners oversees licensing ³. See the licensing section below for details.

What do medical assistants earn in North Dakota? The median annual wage for medical assistants in North Dakota is $45,980 according to BLS data. Entry-level wages start around $37,650 and experienced professionals can earn $58,230 or more ¹.

At a Glance

Training paths: trade school, community college, or apprenticeship
Typical timeline: 1 to 5 years depending on the path
Licensing authority: ND State Board of Chiropractic Examiners
Median wage (North Dakota): $45,980 per year ¹
Exam requirement: Third-party exam required

Medical Assistant License Requirements in North Dakota

The ND State Board of Chiropractic Examiners oversees medical assistant licensing in North Dakota ³.

License Types

License	Requirements
Certified Chiropractic Clinical Assistants	For more information about the licensing process, including application and renewal fees, please check with the licensing authority.

Additional Requirements

Background check: Background check required
Exam: Third-party exam required
Experience: Work experience required

License information sourced from CareerOneStop ⁴.

Medical Assistant Wages by Metro Area in North Dakota

Medical Assistants Wages by Metro Area in North Dakota

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (2025 OES data), medical assistants wages in North Dakota vary by metro area.

Metro Area	Employment	Median Annual Wage	Avg. Annual Wage	Entry Level (10th pctile)	Experienced (90th pctile)
Fargo	290	$47,280	$47,840	$37,650	$58,230
Bismarck	140	$48,980	$47,930	$38,650	$59,450
Grand Forks	80	$44,560	$43,680	$36,530	$55,440
Minot	40	$43,370	$44,780	$37,110	$57,530

Wages reflect survey data and vary based on experience, credentials, employer, and local market conditions. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025.

Top Metros for Medical assistants in North Dakota

The metropolitan areas listed below report the highest medical assistant employment within North Dakota according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (May 2025).

Metro Area	Employment	Median Annual Wage
Fargo	290	$47,280
Bismarck	140	$48,980
Grand Forks	80	$44,560
Minot	40	$43,370

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the job outlook for medical assistants in North Dakota? North Dakota currently employs approximately 600 medical assistants ¹. Nationally, medical assistant employment is projected to grow 12.5% from 2024 to 2034 ².

Can I work as a medical assistant in North Dakota with an out-of-state license? Contact the ND State Board of Chiropractic Examiners for details on reciprocity and credential transfer.

What training programs are available in North Dakota? Options include trade schools, community colleges, and apprenticeship programs. Use the school finder above to search for accredited programs in North Dakota.

How much do medical assistants earn in North Dakota compared to the national average? The median annual wage for medical assistants in North Dakota is $45,980, which is $1,780 above the national median of $44,200 according to BLS data ¹.

Citations

About this guide: Researched and written by the TradeCareerPath Editorial Team. Our editorial team researches and sources every trade school and career guide using federal labor and education data, including BLS OEWS and Employment Projections, DOL apprenticeship records, IPEDS, College Scorecard, and state licensing boards. We follow the editorial standards documented at /editorial-policy/.

References

Bureau of Labor Statistics - Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics: https://www.bls.gov/oes/ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎
Bureau of Labor Statistics - Employment Projections: https://www.bls.gov/emp/ ↩︎ ↩︎
ND State Board of Chiropractic Examiners - Licensing Information: http://www.ndsbce.org ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎
CareerOneStop - Licensed Occupations: https://www.careeronestop.org/Toolkit/Training/find-licenses.aspx ↩︎

Data sources

Figures on this page are sourced from the federal and state datasets below. Methodology: how we rank and source data.

Data	Provider	Vintage
Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)	U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics	May 2025
Employment Projections	U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics	2024-2034
Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System	National Center for Education Statistics (IPEDS)	2024
College Scorecard (school-level outcomes)	U.S. Department of Education	latest release
College Scorecard (field-of-study earnings)	U.S. Department of Education	latest release (updated 2026-06-12)
Occupational licensing requirements	CareerOneStop (U.S. Department of Labor)	latest release (updated 2026-02-22)
Registered apprenticeship programs	CareerOneStop / Apprenticeship.gov (U.S. Department of Labor)	latest release (updated 2025-10-25)
O*NET occupation profiles (skills, tasks, tools, job zones)	U.S. Department of Labor (O*NET / Employment & Training Admin.)	O*NET 29.1 (updated 2026-06-13)