Mechanical Engineers Salary in South Dakota
Ranked #50 of 51 · SD
16.3% below U.S. average
Mean annual salary $95,080 ≈ $46/hr
Median annual salary $88,380
Employment 560
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
P10 $65,130P25 $77,160 Median $88,380P75 $106,850P90 $134,140
About 80% of mechanical engineerss in South Dakota earn between $65,130 and $134,140. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean mechanical engineers salary in South Dakota is $95,080, about 16.3% below the U.S. average ($113,610). That works out to roughly $46/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in South Dakota
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rapid City, SD | $94,180 | $100,000 | 140 |
| East South Dakota nonmetropolitan area | $88,330 | $91,720 | 180 |
| Sioux Falls, SD-MN | $85,740 | $92,860 | 190 |