How much does a mechanical engineering technologist and technician make in South Dakota?
$53,670a year
Median yearly pay for mechanical engineering technologist and technicians in South Dakota. That is $25.80 an hour or $4,473 a month.
- Hourly
- $25.80
- Vs. national median
- -28%
- Rank among states
- 43 of 44
- Jobs in the state
- 110
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $45,150Median: $53,670Highest 10%: $77,980
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $45,150 | $21.71 | |
| 25th | $48,990 | $23.55 | |
| Median | $53,670 | $25.80 | |
| 75th | $64,900 | $31.20 | |
| 90th | $77,980 | $37.49 |
Cities in South Dakota
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for mechanical engineering technologist and technicians.
| 40. Alabama | $60,350 |
| 41. Florida | $59,720 |
| 42. Kansas | $55,390 |
| 43. South Dakota | $53,670 |
| 44. West Virginia | $47,660 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a mechanical engineering technologist and technician make an hour in South Dakota?
The median hourly pay in South Dakota is $25.80 ($53,670 a year).
Do mechanical engineering technologist and technicians make more in South Dakota than the national average?
No: $53,670 against $74,510 nationally, 28% less.
Where does South Dakota rank for mechanical engineering technologist and technician pay?
South Dakota ranks 43 of 44 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.