Firefighters Salary in South Dakota
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 4 metro areas • South Dakota
Firefighters in South Dakota earn a median salary of $46,980 per year on average across 4 metro and nonmetro areas, -21.1% vs the national median of $59,530. An estimated 610 firefighters are employed across South Dakota, with salaries ranging from $44,800 to $50,130 depending on location.
$46,980
Avg median salary in South Dakota
$50,130
Highest paying metro
$44,800
Lowest paying metro
610
Employed in South Dakota
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Firefighters salaries by city in South Dakota
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sioux Falls, SD-MN | $50,130 | $47,520 | $62,140 | 180 |
| Rapid City, SD | $48,160 | $48,160 | $59,800 | 220 |
| East South Dakota | $44,830 | $38,820 | $50,010 | 120 |
| West South Dakota | $44,800 | $34,630 | $44,830 | 90 |