Paralegals and Legal Assistants Salary in South Dakota
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 4 metro areas • South Dakota
Paralegals and Legal Assistants in South Dakota earn a median salary of $56,290 per year on average across 4 metro and nonmetro areas, -7.7% vs the national median of $61,010. An estimated 650 paralegals and legal assistants are employed across South Dakota, with salaries ranging from $51,440 to $60,250 depending on location.
$56,290
Avg median salary in South Dakota
$60,250
Highest paying metro
$51,440
Lowest paying metro
650
Employed in South Dakota
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Paralegals and Legal Assistants salaries by city in South Dakota
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| West South Dakota | $60,250 | $53,400 | $64,740 | 90 |
| East South Dakota | $58,230 | $49,350 | $68,180 | 120 |
| Sioux Falls, SD-MN | $55,240 | $48,490 | $63,130 | 310 |
| Rapid City, SD | $51,440 | $47,040 | $58,550 | 130 |