Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists Salary in South Dakota
Ranked #40 of 47 · SD
16.7% below U.S. average
Mean annual salary $69,120 ≈ $33/hr
Median annual salary $65,890
Employment 170
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
P10 $53,410P25 $56,970 Median $65,890P75 $78,830P90 $87,640
About 80% of zoologists and wildlife biologistss in South Dakota earn between $53,410 and $87,640. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean zoologists and wildlife biologists salary in South Dakota is $69,120, about 16.7% below the U.S. average ($83,020). That works out to roughly $33/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in South Dakota
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| East South Dakota nonmetropolitan area | $68,990 | $72,280 | 40 |
| Rapid City, SD | $68,100 | $70,090 | 50 |
| West South Dakota nonmetropolitan area | $64,560 | $68,660 | 60 |