How much does a farmworker and laborer make in South Dakota?
$42,260a year
Median yearly pay for farmworker and laborers in South Dakota. That is $20.32 an hour or $3,522 a month.
- Hourly
- $20.32
- Vs. national median
- +19%
- Rank among states
- 2 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 190
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $30,180Median: $42,260Highest 10%: $50,080
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $30,180 | $14.51 | |
| 25th | $35,930 | $17.27 | |
| Median | $42,260 | $20.32 | |
| 75th | $47,290 | $22.74 | |
| 90th | $50,080 | $24.08 |
Cities in South Dakota
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Sioux Falls, SD | $44,150 |
| Rapid City, SD | $36,900 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for farmworker and laborers.
| 1. Wyoming | $55,180 |
| 2. South Dakota | $42,260 |
| 3. Montana | $41,390 |
| 4. Illinois | $41,050 |
| 5. New York | $40,930 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a farmworker and laborer make an hour in South Dakota?
The median hourly pay in South Dakota is $20.32 ($42,260 a year).
Do farmworker and laborers make more in South Dakota than the national average?
Yes: $42,260 against $35,660 nationally, 19% more.
Where does South Dakota rank for farmworker and laborer pay?
South Dakota ranks 2 of 50 states.
Which city in South Dakota pays farmworker and laborers the most?
Sioux Falls, SD-MN, with a median of $44,150 a year.
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.