Data vintage · May 2025 · Ranked by median annual wage
Highest-paying jobs in Rapid City
310 occupations with published wages, ranked
The highest median wage in Rapid City belongs to Chief Executives, at $301,420 per year. The lowest published median is $27,740.
The 25 highest-paying occupations
At the other end of the scale
| Occupation | Median | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Teaching Assistants, Except Postsecondary | $27,740 | 540 |
| Packers and Packagers, Hand | $27,800 | 70 |
| Childcare Workers | $28,330 | 300 |
| Dishwashers | $28,390 | 240 |
| Substitute Teachers, Short-Term | $28,550 | 100 |
| Waiters and Waitresses | $29,020 | 1,430 |
| Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners | $29,210 | 810 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | $29,440 | 2,860 |
| Bartenders | $29,500 | 700 |
| Amusement and Recreation Attendants | $29,740 | 360 |
Source and methodology
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 Rankings cover only occupations for which a median wage was published; occupations the survey suppressed do not appear. Salary Explorer is an independent project. It is not affiliated with, or endorsed by, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics or any government agency. Full methodology.
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