Correctional Officers and Jailers Salary in South Dakota
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 4 metro areas • South Dakota
Correctional Officers and Jailers in South Dakota earn a median salary of $49,153 per year on average across 4 metro and nonmetro areas, -15.2% vs the national median of $57,970. An estimated 1,370 correctional officers and jailers are employed across South Dakota, with salaries ranging from $45,500 to $53,050 depending on location.
$49,153
Avg median salary in South Dakota
$53,050
Highest paying metro
$45,500
Lowest paying metro
1,370
Employed in South Dakota
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Correctional Officers and Jailers salaries by city in South Dakota
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sioux Falls, SD-MN | $53,050 | $53,050 | $63,590 | 350 |
| East South Dakota | $49,380 | $39,240 | $54,280 | 520 |
| Rapid City, SD | $48,680 | $48,680 | $59,850 | 200 |
| West South Dakota | $45,500 | $40,610 | $52,310 | 300 |