How much does a photographer make in South Dakota?
$45,330a year
Median yearly pay for photographers in South Dakota. That is $21.79 an hour or $3,778 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.79
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among states
- 19 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 190
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $31,150Median: $45,330Highest 10%: $54,750
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $31,150 | $14.98 | |
| 25th | $35,090 | $16.87 | |
| Median | $45,330 | $21.79 | |
| 75th | $50,150 | $24.11 | |
| 90th | $54,750 | $26.32 |
Cities in South Dakota
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Sioux Falls, SD | $45,760 |
| Rapid City, SD | $39,780 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for photographers.
| 16. Maryland | $46,450 |
| 17. Hawaii | $45,960 |
| 18. Mississippi | $45,860 |
| 19. South Dakota | $45,330 |
| 20. New Hampshire | $44,780 |
| 21. Georgia | $43,770 |
| 22. Florida | $42,640 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a photographer make an hour in South Dakota?
The median hourly pay in South Dakota is $21.79 ($45,330 a year).
Do photographers make more in South Dakota than the national average?
Yes: $45,330 against $44,660 nationally, 2% more.
Where does South Dakota rank for photographer pay?
South Dakota ranks 19 of 49 states.
Which city in South Dakota pays photographers the most?
Sioux Falls, SD-MN, with a median of $45,760 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.