Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| South Dakota | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $43,240 | $44,480 | -3% |
| Median hourly wage | $20.79 | $21.38 | -3% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $48,804.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Delivery Driver in South Dakota is $43,240, or about $20.79 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Delivery Drivers is $44,480. South Dakota is -3% below the national median.
Entry-level delivery drivers in South Dakota typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 4,820 delivery driver jobs on record and a median salary of $43,240, South Dakota offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.