Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| South Dakota | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $60,740 | $79,739 | -24% |
| Median hourly wage | $29.20 | $38.34 | -24% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $68,555.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Police Officer in South Dakota is $60,740, or about $29.20 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Police Officers is $79,739. South Dakota is -24% below the national median.
Entry-level police officers in South Dakota typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 2,000 police officer jobs on record and a median salary of $60,740, South Dakota offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.