Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| South Dakota | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $46,340 | $51,589 | -10% |
| Median hourly wage | $22.28 | $24.80 | -10% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $52,302.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Bookkeeper in South Dakota is $46,340, or about $22.28 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Bookkeepers is $51,589. South Dakota is -10% below the national median.
Entry-level bookkeepers in South Dakota typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 10,200 bookkeeper jobs on record and a median salary of $46,340, South Dakota offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.