How much does a private detective and investigator make in South Dakota?
$44,840a year
Median yearly pay for private detective and investigators in South Dakota. That is $21.56 an hour or $3,737 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.56
- Vs. national median
- -12%
- Rank among states
- 39 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 60
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $40,050Median: $44,840Highest 10%: $49,560
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $40,050 | $19.25 | |
| 25th | $40,860 | $19.64 | |
| Median | $44,840 | $21.56 | |
| 75th | $48,550 | $23.34 | |
| 90th | $49,560 | $23.83 |
Cities in South Dakota
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for private detective and investigators.
| 36. Hawaii | $45,750 |
| 37. Kansas | $45,260 |
| 38. Georgia | $45,060 |
| 39. South Dakota | $44,840 |
| 40. North Dakota | $44,310 |
| 41. Maine | $43,830 |
| 42. Louisiana | $41,950 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a private detective and investigator make an hour in South Dakota?
The median hourly pay in South Dakota is $21.56 ($44,840 a year).
Do private detective and investigators make more in South Dakota than the national average?
No: $44,840 against $51,220 nationally, 12% less.
Where does South Dakota rank for private detective and investigator pay?
South Dakota ranks 39 of 49 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.