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There are job opportunities of all kinds in North Central North Dakota. Whether the interest is in blue-collar work or more in taking care of people through the healthcare industry, there is a little something for everyone. The best part about finding your career in the soul of the prairie is that you can choose the pace and balance of life. Very short commute times and strong family values contribute to an environment that is programmed to provide a healthy mixture of work and play.
#5 in Best States to Find a Job
$71,970 Median Household Income
#7 in Work - Life Balance
2.4%
#2 in Employment
Major Industries
The main industries in this region of North Dakota are Oil and Gas, Healthcare, Education, Agriculture, and Construction and Trades. but those aren’t the only job opportunities you’ll find here. Employers are hungry for new talent and appreciate skilled workers with good work ethic.
Oil and Gas
Top Employers
- Hess
- EOG Resources
- SandPro
- Enbridge
- Farmer’s Union Oil Company
- Estvold Oilfield Services Inc
- Chord Energy
- North Country Oil
Healthcare
Top Employers
- Trinity Health
- SMP Health – St. Andrew’s
- Mountrail County Health Center
- Souris Valley Care Center
- Heart of America Medical Center
- Firstlight Home Care of ND
Education
Top Employers
- Minot Public Schools
- Minot State University
- Dakota College at Bottineau
- Bottineau Public School District
- Powers Lake Public School District
- Bowbells Public School District
- TGU Towner Public School District
- Velva Public School District
- Fort Berthold Community College
- New Town Public School District
- Parshall Public School District
- Rugby Public School District
- Mohall Lansford Sherwood Public School District
- Glenburn Public School District
Agriculture
Top Employers
- Aspen Hills Farm LLC
- Great Northern Ag
- CHS Inc.
- Archer Daniels Midland
- Gooseneck Implement
- Dakota Farms
Construction and Trades
Top Employers
- Farden Construction
- Verendrye Electric Coop
- CS Welding LLC
- Mongoose Trucking and Hot shot
- Rugby Manufacturing
Entrepreneurship

#1 in Best States to Start a Business
If being a business owner is in your plan, the soul of the prairie is bustling with opportunities to bring your dreams to life. You have the skills and the knowledge, and we have the communities that can benefit from having you and your ideas here. Whether you’re an essential part of everyday life like a chiropractor or childcare service, or something more fun that can improve the quality of life for those around you like a boutique or restaurant, whatever it is, we want you here!