Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| South Dakota | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $48,140 | $62,569 | -23% |
| Median hourly wage | $23.14 | $30.08 | -23% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $54,334.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Carpenter in South Dakota is $48,140, or about $23.14 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Carpenters is $62,569. South Dakota is -23% below the national median.
Entry-level carpenters in South Dakota typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 4,560 carpenter jobs on record and a median salary of $48,140, South Dakota offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.