Electricians pay in South Dakota
In South Dakota, the median pay for electricians is $29.51 an hour ($61,390 a year). About 2,980 people work in this job there.
That is 3% lower than the U.S. median ($63,190). South Dakota ranks 36th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for electricians in South Dakota
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $21.31 | $44,320 |
| 25% of workers | $23.87 | $49,660 |
| Half of workers (median) | $29.51 | $61,390 |
| 75% of workers | $34.83 | $72,450 |
| 90% of workers | $38.49 | $80,060 |
Electricians pay in South Dakota metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Sioux Falls | $61,470 | 1,330 |
| Rapid City | $61,160 | 460 |
South Dakota unemployment rate: 2% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for electricians
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 6 months to 1 year (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Apprenticeship (BLS)
- Job outlook: +9.2% over ten years, much faster than average · about 72,700 openings a year (BLS)
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|---|---|
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