Lactation Consultant Salaries in North Dakota - ND

By RSWiese, allied health world contributing writer
Published: July, 8 2010

Lactation consultant salaries in North Dakota are similar to those of nurse practitioners because they interact with patients as advanced practice clinicians and serve a special population. Hourly rates tend to fall within the $20-$45 per hour range. Salaries for lactation consultants vary depending on the level of education and experience, previous or additional certifications (e.g., registered nurse or registered dietitian), and the type of facility at which they are employed. Because they serve a relatively small, specific group of patients, lactation consultants often work part-time, especially in smaller cities and towns. Common employers of lactation consultants include hospitals, birthing centers, obstetric or pediatric practices, government (Women, Infant, Children [WIC] programs), or clinics. Lactation consultants may establish private practices and see clients either in their own office setting or in the client’s home.

North Dakota is 47th in population density in the United States, and as such, the largest cities are smaller than many other metropolitan areas. Fargo, the largest city in North Dakota is located on the eastern border of the state and has an estimated population of 200,000. Other cities in North Dakota include Bismarck, the capital, Grand Forks, Minot, West Fargo, and Mandan (part of the greater Bismarck area).

Typical lactation consultant salaries in these cities in North Dakota according to indeed.com are:

Fargo:  $63,000
Bismarck:  $66,000
Grand Forks:  $61,000
Minot:  $64,000
West Fargo:  $62,000
Mandan:  $63,000