Commercial Pilots Salary in South Dakota
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 4 metro areas • South Dakota
Commercial Pilots in South Dakota earn a median salary of $74,798 per year on average across 4 metro and nonmetro areas, -39% vs the national median of $122,670. An estimated 280 commercial pilots are employed across South Dakota, with salaries ranging from $63,080 to $99,670 depending on location.
$74,798
Avg median salary in South Dakota
$99,670
Highest paying metro
$63,080
Lowest paying metro
280
Employed in South Dakota
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Commercial Pilots salaries by city in South Dakota
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sioux Falls, SD-MN | $99,670 | $66,050 | $126,290 | 90 |
| Rapid City, SD | $72,910 | $49,770 | $106,720 | 40 |
| East South Dakota | $63,530 | $61,800 | $104,830 | 90 |
| West South Dakota | $63,080 | $62,260 | $92,160 | 60 |