How much does a geoscientist make in South Dakota?
$71,150a year
Median yearly pay for geoscientists in South Dakota. That is $34.21 an hour or $5,929 a month.
- Hourly
- $34.21
- Vs. national median
- -30%
- Rank among states
- 47 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 80
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $61,290Median: $71,150Highest 10%: $78,560
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $61,290 | $29.47 | |
| 25th | $64,990 | $31.25 | |
| Median | $71,150 | $34.21 | |
| 75th | $75,990 | $36.53 | |
| 90th | $78,560 | $37.77 |
Cities in South Dakota
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for geoscientists.
| 44. Wyoming | $74,910 |
| 45. Iowa | $74,460 |
| 46. Georgia | $73,920 |
| 47. South Dakota | $71,150 |
| 48. Indiana | $68,240 |
| 49. Arkansas | $67,880 |
| 50. Connecticut | $61,810 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a geoscientist make an hour in South Dakota?
The median hourly pay in South Dakota is $34.21 ($71,150 a year).
Do geoscientists make more in South Dakota than the national average?
No: $71,150 against $101,900 nationally, 30% less.
Where does South Dakota rank for geoscientist pay?
South Dakota ranks 47 of 50 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.