Security Guards pay in South Dakota
In South Dakota, the median pay for security guards is $17.86 an hour ($37,150 a year). About 1,460 people work in this job there.
That is 2% lower than the U.S. median ($38,020). South Dakota ranks 30th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for security guards in South Dakota
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $14.45 | $30,060 |
| 25% of workers | $15.48 | $32,190 |
| Half of workers (median) | $17.86 | $37,150 |
| 75% of workers | $21.72 | $45,190 |
| 90% of workers | $28.77 | $59,840 |
Security Guards pay in South Dakota metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Sioux Falls | $37,740 | 640 |
| Rapid City | $37,150 | 240 |
South Dakota unemployment rate: 2% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for security guards
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 3 months (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Short-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +0.9% over ten years, little or no change · about 156,000 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in South Dakota
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers | $60,740 |
| Correctional Officers and Jailers | $53,040 |
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