Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| South Dakota | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $75,010 | $98,482 | -24% |
| Median hourly wage | $36.06 | $47.35 | -24% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $84,661.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Network Engineer in South Dakota is $75,010, or about $36.06 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Network Engineers is $98,482. South Dakota is -24% below the national median.
Entry-level network engineers in South Dakota typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 1,690 network engineer jobs on record and a median salary of $75,010, South Dakota offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.