Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| South Dakota | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $82,250 | $104,968 | -22% |
| Median hourly wage | $39.54 | $50.47 | -22% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $92,833.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Project Manager in South Dakota is $82,250, or about $39.54 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Project Managers is $104,968. South Dakota is -22% below the national median.
Entry-level project managers in South Dakota typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 1,310 project manager jobs on record and a median salary of $82,250, South Dakota offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.