How much does a construction laborer make in Rapid City?
$45,630a year
Median yearly pay for construction laborers in the Rapid City, SD metro area. That is $21.94 an hour or $3,803 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.94
- Vs. national median
- -3%
- Rank among cities
- 231 of 392
- Jobs in the area
- 410
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $35,830Median: $45,630Highest 10%: $51,120
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,830 | $17.23 | |
| 25th | $39,800 | $19.13 | |
| Median | $45,630 | $21.94 | |
| 75th | $47,650 | $22.91 | |
| 90th | $51,120 | $24.58 |
Other cities in South Dakota
Median yearly pay for construction laborers.
| Sioux City, IA | $48,630 |
| Sioux Falls, SD | $46,850 |
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Salaries for every job in Rapid City, SDFrequently asked questions
How much does a construction laborer make an hour in Rapid City?
The median hourly pay in the Rapid City, SD metro area is $21.94 ($45,630 a year).
Do construction laborers make more in Rapid City than the national average?
No: $45,630 against $47,120 nationally, 3% less.
How does Rapid City compare with the rest of South Dakota?
The median in South Dakota is $45,710, so Rapid City pays 0% more.
Where does Rapid City rank for construction laborer pay?
231 of 392 metro areas with data.
How much does a construction laborer make starting out in Rapid City?
The lowest-paid 10% make $35,830 or less a year; the top 10% make $51,120 or more.
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.