Light Truck Drivers Salary in East South Dakota

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

Median annual salary $44,400 +0.6% vs national
Median hourly $21.35
10th percentile $27,990
90th percentile $57,220
Employed locally 1,230
National median $44,140

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $27,990
    25th
    $35,360
    50th (median)
    $44,400
    75th
    $48,360
    90th
    $57,220

    Top-paying metros for Light Truck Drivers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Alaska nonmetropolitan area $59,970
    Alaska $52,000
    Anchorage, AK $51,170
    Fairbanks-College, AK $50,370
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $50,060
    Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ $49,780

    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
    Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators$46,640
    Packers and Packagers, Hand$29,750
    Bus Drivers, School$39,000

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Light Truck Drivers make per hour in East South Dakota?

    The median hourly wage for Light Truck Drivers in East South Dakota is $21.35, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $27.50 or more per hour.

    Is East South Dakota above or below average for Light Truck Drivers salaries?

    The median Light Truck Drivers salary in East South Dakota is 0.6% above the national median of $44,140. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Light Truck Drivers in East South Dakota?

    Entry-level Light Truck Drivers (10th percentile) earn around $27,990 per year in East South Dakota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $35,360.