Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| South Dakota | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $65,170 | $55,733 | +17% |
| Median hourly wage | $31.33 | $26.79 | +17% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $73,555.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Real Estate Agent in South Dakota is $65,170, or about $31.33 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Real Estate Agents is $55,733. South Dakota is +17% above the national median.
Entry-level real estate agents in South Dakota typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 640 real estate agent jobs on record and a median salary of $65,170, South Dakota offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.