Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| South Dakota | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $98,700 | $102,499 | -4% |
| Median hourly wage | $47.45 | $49.28 | -4% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $111,400.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Civil Engineer in South Dakota is $98,700, or about $47.45 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Civil Engineers is $102,499. South Dakota is -4% below the national median.
Entry-level civil engineers in South Dakota typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 1,440 civil engineer jobs on record and a median salary of $98,700, South Dakota offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.