May 2025 · Metropolitan area · BLS OEWS
Salaries in West South Dakota
West South Dakota nonmetropolitan area
281 occupations
Across 281 occupations with published wages in West South Dakota, family medicine physicians record the highest median at $281,640 per year.
Highest-paying occupations in West South Dakota
Largest occupations by employment
| Occupation | Jobs | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Cashiers | 2,610 | $29,290 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | 1,990 | $28,870 |
| Registered Nurses | 1,540 | $80,120 |
| Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks | 1,540 | $45,760 |
| Retail Salespersons | 1,440 | $33,920 |
| Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners | 1,350 | $35,230 |
| Teaching Assistants, Except Postsecondary | 1,220 | $29,130 |
| Stockers and Order Fillers | 1,150 | $34,050 |
| Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive | 1,120 | $41,120 |
| Waiters and Waitresses | 1,110 | $27,730 |
Lowest-paying occupations
| Occupation | Median | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Packers and Packagers, Hand | $24,110 | 60 |
| Dishwashers | $26,430 | 220 |
| Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers | $26,880 | 40 |
| Substitute Teachers, Short-Term | $26,950 | 440 |
| Waiters and Waitresses | $27,730 | 1,110 |
| Library Technicians | $27,800 | 200 |
| Childcare Workers | $28,360 | 400 |
| Animal Caretakers | $28,570 | 140 |
| Amusement and Recreation Attendants | $28,610 | 220 |
| Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers | $28,670 | 250 |
Source and methodology
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 Wages are for wage-and-salary workers; self-employed workers are not included. 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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