Fish and Game Wardens Salary in West South Dakota

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • West South Dakota nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $60,510 -11.2% vs national
Median hourly $29.09
10th percentile $42,300
90th percentile $83,370
Employed locally 40
National median $68,180

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $42,300
    25th
    $47,370
    50th (median)
    $60,510
    75th
    $68,140
    90th
    $83,370

    Top-paying metros for Fish and Game Wardens

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Washington $115,400
    Southern Indiana nonmetropolitan area $102,990
    Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood, IN $102,990
    Indiana $99,990
    Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA $95,480
    California $94,990

    Related occupations in West South Dakota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers $54,770
    Correctional Officers and Jailers $45,500
    Security Guards $34,810
    Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers $29,140
    Firefighters $44,800
    Gambling Surveillance Officers and Gambling Investigators $33,710

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Fish and Game Wardens make per hour in West South Dakota?

    The median hourly wage for Fish and Game Wardens in West South Dakota is $29.09, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $41.23 or more per hour.

    Is West South Dakota above or below average for Fish and Game Wardens salaries?

    The median Fish and Game Wardens salary in West South Dakota is 11.2% below the national median of $68,180. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Fish and Game Wardens in West South Dakota?

    Entry-level Fish and Game Wardens (10th percentile) earn around $42,300 per year in West South Dakota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $47,370.