Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| South Dakota | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $61,390 | $62,937 | -2% |
| Median hourly wage | $29.51 | $30.26 | -2% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $69,289.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a HVAC Technician in South Dakota is $61,390, or about $29.51 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for HVAC Technicians is $62,937. South Dakota is -2% below the national median.
Entry-level hvac technicians in South Dakota typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 1,610 hvac technician jobs on record and a median salary of $61,390, South Dakota offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.