Lawyers Salary in South Dakota
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 3 metro areas • South Dakota
Lawyers in South Dakota earn a median salary of $96,240 per year on average across 3 metro and nonmetro areas, -36.3% vs the national median of $151,160. An estimated 900 lawyers are employed across South Dakota, with salaries ranging from $91,460 to $101,210 depending on location.
$96,240
Avg median salary in South Dakota
$101,210
Highest paying metro
$91,460
Lowest paying metro
900
Employed in South Dakota
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inLawyers salaries by city in South Dakota
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sioux Falls, SD-MN | $101,210 | $91,270 | $150,970 | 420 |
| West South Dakota | $96,050 | $73,740 | $121,990 | 240 |
| Rapid City, SD | $91,460 | $77,430 | $120,720 | 240 |