Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| South Dakota | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $83,620 | $102,741 | -19% |
| Median hourly wage | $40.20 | $49.39 | -19% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $94,379.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Business Analyst in South Dakota is $83,620, or about $40.20 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Business Analysts is $102,741. South Dakota is -19% below the national median.
Entry-level business analysts in South Dakota typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 2,980 business analyst jobs on record and a median salary of $83,620, South Dakota offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.