Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| South Dakota | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $58,690 | $57,715 | +2% |
| Median hourly wage | $28.22 | $27.75 | +2% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $66,242.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Truck Driver in South Dakota is $58,690, or about $28.22 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Truck Drivers is $57,715. South Dakota is +2% above the national median.
Entry-level truck drivers in South Dakota typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 6,470 truck driver jobs on record and a median salary of $58,690, South Dakota offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.