Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| South Dakota | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $118,380 | $115,089 | +3% |
| Median hourly wage | $56.91 | $55.33 | +3% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $133,612.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Construction Manager in South Dakota is $118,380, or about $56.91 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Construction Managers is $115,089. South Dakota is +3% above the national median.
Entry-level construction managers in South Dakota typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 1,070 construction manager jobs on record and a median salary of $118,380, South Dakota offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.