How much does a camera operator make in South Dakota?
$44,160a year
Median yearly pay for camera operators in South Dakota. That is $21.23 an hour or $3,680 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.23
- Vs. national median
- -41%
- Rank among states
- 44 of 46
- Jobs in the state
- 50
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $28,880Median: $44,160Highest 10%: $77,180
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $28,880 | $13.88 | |
| 25th | $39,380 | $18.93 | |
| Median | $44,160 | $21.23 | |
| 75th | $72,910 | $35.05 | |
| 90th | $77,180 | $37.11 |
Cities in South Dakota
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for camera operators.
| 41. Nebraska | $46,180 |
| 42. New Hampshire | $45,880 |
| 43. Hawaii | $44,230 |
| 44. South Dakota | $44,160 |
| 45. West Virginia | $43,390 |
| 46. Maine | $37,590 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a camera operator make an hour in South Dakota?
The median hourly pay in South Dakota is $21.23 ($44,160 a year).
Do camera operators make more in South Dakota than the national average?
No: $44,160 against $74,990 nationally, 41% less.
Where does South Dakota rank for camera operator pay?
South Dakota ranks 44 of 46 states.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.