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How much does a director make in South Dakota?

$53,360a year

Median yearly pay for directors in South Dakota. That is $25.65 an hour or $4,447 a month.

Hourly
$25.65
Vs. national median
+2%
Rank among states
22 of 43
Jobs in the state
50
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $27,500Median: $53,360Highest 10%: $79,330
PercentileYearlyHourly
10th$27,500$13.22
25th$27,980$13.45
Median$53,360$25.65
75th$74,120$35.63
90th$79,330$38.14

Cities in South Dakota

Metro areas, median yearly pay.

No city data for this job.
Salaries for every job in South Dakota

Nearby in the ranking

States with similar pay for directors.

19. Washington$56,480
20. Pennsylvania$55,510
21. Illinois$53,600
22. South Dakota$53,360
23. Missouri$52,980
24. Kentucky$52,230
25. Minnesota$50,110
Director salary in all states

Frequently asked questions

How much does a director make an hour in South Dakota?

The median hourly pay in South Dakota is $25.65 ($53,360 a year).

Do directors make more in South Dakota than the national average?

Yes: $53,360 against $52,100 nationally, 2% more.

Where does South Dakota rank for director pay?

South Dakota ranks 22 of 43 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.