Conveyor Operators and Tenders pay in South Dakota
In South Dakota, the median pay for conveyor operators and tenders is $21.58 an hour ($44,890 a year). About 500 people work in this job there.
That is 6% higher than the U.S. median ($42,420). South Dakota ranks 12th of 44 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for conveyor operators and tenders in South Dakota
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $17.39 | $36,180 |
| 25% of workers | $17.63 | $36,670 |
| Half of workers (median) | $21.58 | $44,890 |
| 75% of workers | $22.50 | $46,800 |
| 90% of workers | $25.23 | $52,480 |
Conveyor Operators and Tenders pay in South Dakota metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Sioux Falls | $44,160 | 90 |
South Dakota unemployment rate: 2% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for conveyor operators and tenders
- Typical education to start: No formal educational credential (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: None (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Short-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: -2.6% over ten years, declining · about 2,200 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in South Dakota
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Stockers and Order Fillers | $37,650 |
| Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand | $38,980 |
| Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators | $47,410 |
| Cleaners of Vehicles and Equipment | $35,050 |
| Packers and Packagers, Hand | $28,760 |
| Machine Feeders and Offbearers | $39,310 |
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