How much does a railroad conductor and yardmaster make in South Dakota?
$62,730a year
Median yearly pay for railroad conductor and yardmasters in South Dakota. That is $30.16 an hour or $5,228 a month.
- Hourly
- $30.16
- Vs. national median
- -20%
- Rank among states
- 27 of 33
- Jobs in the state
- 90
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $46,320Median: $62,730Highest 10%: $80,580
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $46,320 | $22.27 | |
| 25th | $62,730 | $30.16 | |
| Median | $62,730 | $30.16 | |
| 75th | $62,980 | $30.28 | |
| 90th | $80,580 | $38.74 |
Cities in South Dakota
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for railroad conductor and yardmasters.
| 24. Wyoming | $68,430 |
| 25. Missouri | $68,030 |
| 26. Arkansas | $67,710 |
| 27. South Dakota | $62,730 |
| 28. Louisiana | $62,170 |
| 29. Ohio | $61,390 |
| 30. Wisconsin | $59,690 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a railroad conductor and yardmaster make an hour in South Dakota?
The median hourly pay in South Dakota is $30.16 ($62,730 a year).
Do railroad conductor and yardmasters make more in South Dakota than the national average?
No: $62,730 against $78,000 nationally, 20% less.
Where does South Dakota rank for railroad conductor and yardmaster pay?
South Dakota ranks 27 of 33 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.