Lawyers Salary in South Dakota
Ranked #38 of 51 · SD
28.8% below U.S. average
Mean annual salary $132,270 ≈ $64/hr
Median annual salary $102,040
Employment 1,360
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
P10 $76,920P25 $85,640 Median $102,040P75 $141,270P90 $234,690
About 80% of lawyerss in South Dakota earn between $76,920 and $234,690. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean lawyers salary in South Dakota is $132,270, about 28.8% below the U.S. average ($185,840). That works out to roughly $64/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in South Dakota
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sioux Falls, SD-MN | $112,260 | $138,000 | 570 |
| West South Dakota nonmetropolitan area | $100,430 | $111,370 | 250 |
| Rapid City, SD | $99,430 | $119,690 | 260 |