How much does a life make in South Dakota?
$51,630a year
Median yearly pay for lifes in South Dakota. That is $24.82 an hour or $4,303 a month.
- Hourly
- $24.82
- Vs. national median
- -17%
- Rank among states
- 39 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 60
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $28,300Median: $51,630Highest 10%: $93,550
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $28,300 | $13.61 | |
| 25th | $44,920 | $21.60 | |
| Median | $51,630 | $24.82 | |
| 75th | $71,690 | $34.47 | |
| 90th | $93,550 | $44.98 |
Cities in South Dakota
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for lifes.
| 36. Nevada | $54,070 |
| 37. Louisiana | $53,360 |
| 38. Montana | $52,260 |
| 39. South Dakota | $51,630 |
| 40. Hawaii | $50,880 |
| 41. Idaho | $50,600 |
| 42. Iowa | $50,480 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a life make an hour in South Dakota?
The median hourly pay in South Dakota is $24.82 ($51,630 a year).
Do lifes make more in South Dakota than the national average?
No: $51,630 against $62,280 nationally, 17% less.
Where does South Dakota rank for life pay?
South Dakota ranks 39 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.