How much does a farmworker make in South Dakota?
$38,000a year
Median yearly pay for farmworkers in South Dakota. That is $18.27 an hour or $3,167 a month.
- Hourly
- $18.27
- Vs. national median
- +4%
- Rank among states
- 20 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 100
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $32,260Median: $38,000Highest 10%: $51,260
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $32,260 | $15.51 | |
| 25th | $37,280 | $17.92 | |
| Median | $38,000 | $18.27 | |
| 75th | $48,870 | $23.50 | |
| 90th | $51,260 | $24.64 |
Cities in South Dakota
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Sioux City, IA | $48,870 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for farmworkers.
| 17. California | $38,640 |
| 18. Massachusetts | $38,280 |
| 19. Kentucky | $38,030 |
| 20. South Dakota | $38,000 |
| 21. Indiana | $37,530 |
| 22. Mississippi | $37,430 |
| 23. Nebraska | $37,220 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a farmworker make an hour in South Dakota?
The median hourly pay in South Dakota is $18.27 ($38,000 a year).
Do farmworkers make more in South Dakota than the national average?
Yes: $38,000 against $36,670 nationally, 4% more.
Where does South Dakota rank for farmworker pay?
South Dakota ranks 20 of 49 states.
Which city in South Dakota pays farmworkers the most?
Sioux City, IA-NE-SD, with a median of $48,870 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.