Residential Advisors pay in South Dakota
In South Dakota, the median pay for residential advisors is $18.47 an hour ($38,420 a year). About 1,780 people work in this job there.
That is 9% lower than the U.S. median ($42,240). South Dakota ranks 33rd of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for residential advisors in South Dakota
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $13.98 | $29,070 |
| 25% of workers | $17.49 | $36,380 |
| Half of workers (median) | $18.47 | $38,420 |
| 75% of workers | $19.58 | $40,720 |
| 90% of workers | $23.18 | $48,210 |
Residential Advisors pay in South Dakota metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Sioux Falls | $37,850 | 740 |
South Dakota unemployment rate: 2% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for residential advisors
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: None (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Short-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +3.5% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 16,500 openings a year (BLS)
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|---|---|
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