How much does a recreation worker make in South Dakota?
$42,270a year
Median yearly pay for recreation workers in South Dakota. That is $20.32 an hour or $3,523 a month.
- Hourly
- $20.32
- Vs. national median
- +16%
- Rank among states
- 3 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 650
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $32,390Median: $42,270Highest 10%: $60,470
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $32,390 | $15.57 | |
| 25th | $35,900 | $17.26 | |
| Median | $42,270 | $20.32 | |
| 75th | $48,630 | $23.38 | |
| 90th | $60,470 | $29.07 |
Cities in South Dakota
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Sioux Falls, SD | $40,050 |
| Rapid City, SD | $39,850 |
| Sioux City, IA | $35,700 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for recreation workers.
| 1. District of Columbia | $46,460 |
| 2. Washington | $44,890 |
| 3. South Dakota | $42,270 |
| 4. Hawaii | $41,000 |
| 5. California | $39,780 |
| 6. Oregon | $39,610 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a recreation worker make an hour in South Dakota?
The median hourly pay in South Dakota is $20.32 ($42,270 a year).
Do recreation workers make more in South Dakota than the national average?
Yes: $42,270 against $36,560 nationally, 16% more.
Where does South Dakota rank for recreation worker pay?
South Dakota ranks 3 of 51 states.
Which city in South Dakota pays recreation workers the most?
Sioux Falls, SD-MN, with a median of $40,050 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.