Riggers Salary in West North Dakota

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • West North Dakota nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $66,390 +7% vs national
Median hourly $31.92
10th percentile $35,000
90th percentile $167,850
National median $62,060

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,000
    25th
    $49,250
    50th (median)
    $66,390
    75th
    $76,980
    90th
    $167,850

    Top-paying metros for Riggers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Fargo, ND-MN $165,050
    New York $103,230
    Buffalo-Cheektowaga, NY $103,230
    New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ $103,050
    Boise City, ID $102,860
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $95,670

    Related occupations in West North Dakota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Machinery Mechanics $65,710
    Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Except Engines $75,980
    Maintenance and Repair Workers, General $50,290
    First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers $98,730
    Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics $50,370
    Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists $65,270

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Riggers make per hour in West North Dakota?

    The median hourly wage for Riggers in West North Dakota is $31.92, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $38.72 or more per hour.

    Is West North Dakota above or below average for Riggers salaries?

    The median Riggers salary in West North Dakota is 7% above the national median of $62,060. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Riggers in West North Dakota?

    Entry-level Riggers (10th percentile) earn around $35,000 per year in West North Dakota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $49,250.