Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators Salary in East South Dakota

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

Median annual salary $46,640 +0.5% vs national
Median hourly $22.43
10th percentile $36,920
90th percentile $54,080
Employed locally 550
National median $46,390

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,920
    25th
    $41,120
    50th (median)
    $46,640
    75th
    $50,580
    90th
    $54,080

    Top-paying metros for Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators

    Metro areaMedian salary
    District of Columbia $81,470
    Flint, MI $76,430
    Northwest Virginia nonmetropolitan area $65,420
    Kahului-Wailuku, HI $63,970
    Wasatch Front Fringe Utah nonmetropolitan area $63,720
    Hawaii / Kauai nonmetropolitan area $63,490

    Related occupations in East South Dakota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Stockers and Order Fillers $36,040
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers $55,590
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand $36,560
    Light Truck Drivers $44,400
    Packers and Packagers, Hand $29,750
    Bus Drivers, School $39,000

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators make per hour in East South Dakota?

    The median hourly wage for Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators in East South Dakota is $22.43, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $29.36 or more per hour.

    Is East South Dakota above or below average for Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators salaries?

    The median Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators salary in East South Dakota is 0.5% above the national median of $46,390. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators in East South Dakota?

    Entry-level Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators (10th percentile) earn around $36,920 per year in East South Dakota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $41,120.