Electrical Engineers pay in South Dakota
In South Dakota, the median pay for electrical engineers is $47.59 an hour ($98,980 a year). About 530 people work in this job there.
That is 18% lower than the U.S. median ($120,630). South Dakota ranks 45th of 49 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for electrical engineers in South Dakota
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $33.45 | $69,580 |
| 25% of workers | $42.91 | $89,260 |
| Half of workers (median) | $47.59 | $98,980 |
| 75% of workers | $52.23 | $108,640 |
| 90% of workers | $66.45 | $138,210 |
Electrical Engineers pay in South Dakota metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Rapid City | $105,330 | 110 |
| Sioux Falls | $98,980 | 290 |
South Dakota unemployment rate: 2% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for electrical engineers
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Job outlook: +9.9% over ten years, much faster than average · about 11,400 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in South Dakota
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Civil Engineers | $98,700 |
| Industrial Engineers | $93,200 |
| Mechanical Engineers | $88,380 |
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