Machinists Salary in South Dakota
Ranked #50 of 51 · SD
12.6% below U.S. average
Mean annual salary $51,860 ≈ $25/hr
Median annual salary $50,890
Employment 830
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
P10 $39,280P25 $46,280 Median $50,890P75 $58,750P90 $60,840
About 80% of machinistss in South Dakota earn between $39,280 and $60,840. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean machinists salary in South Dakota is $51,860, about 12.6% below the U.S. average ($59,320). That works out to roughly $25/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in South Dakota
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| West South Dakota nonmetropolitan area | $54,130 | $52,530 | 30 |
| Sioux Falls, SD-MN | $52,000 | $54,720 | 160 |
| East South Dakota nonmetropolitan area | $48,850 | $51,090 | 550 |
| Rapid City, SD | $47,840 | $51,410 | 70 |