How much does a protective service worker make in South Dakota?
$42,260a year
Median yearly pay for protective service workers in South Dakota. That is $20.32 an hour or $3,522 a month.
- Hourly
- $20.32
- Vs. national median
- -1%
- Rank among states
- 37 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 130
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $35,380Median: $42,260Highest 10%: $65,170
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,380 | $17.01 | |
| 25th | $40,330 | $19.39 | |
| Median | $42,260 | $20.32 | |
| 75th | $49,940 | $24.01 | |
| 90th | $65,170 | $31.33 |
Cities in South Dakota
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Rapid City, SD | $49,940 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for protective service workers.
| 34. Tennessee | $44,100 |
| 35. North Carolina | $43,740 |
| 36. West Virginia | $43,700 |
| 37. South Dakota | $42,260 |
| 38. Washington | $42,170 |
| 39. Kansas | $42,150 |
| 40. Montana | $41,660 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a protective service worker make an hour in South Dakota?
The median hourly pay in South Dakota is $20.32 ($42,260 a year).
Do protective service workers make more in South Dakota than the national average?
No: $42,260 against $42,540 nationally, 1% less.
Where does South Dakota rank for protective service worker pay?
South Dakota ranks 37 of 51 states.
Which city in South Dakota pays protective service workers the most?
Rapid City, SD, with a median of $49,940 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.