Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| South Dakota | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $98,980 | $118,932 | -17% |
| Median hourly wage | $47.59 | $57.18 | -17% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $111,716.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Electrical Engineer in South Dakota is $98,980, or about $47.59 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Electrical Engineers is $118,932. South Dakota is -17% below the national median.
Entry-level electrical engineers in South Dakota typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 530 electrical engineer jobs on record and a median salary of $98,980, South Dakota offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.