Photographers Salary in South Dakota
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 3 metro areas • South Dakota
Photographers in South Dakota earn a median salary of $43,143 per year on average across 3 metro and nonmetro areas, +1.5% vs the national median of $42,520. An estimated 160 photographers are employed across South Dakota, with salaries ranging from $39,780 to $45,760 depending on location.
$43,143
Avg median salary in South Dakota
$45,760
Highest paying metro
$39,780
Lowest paying metro
160
Employed in South Dakota
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Photographers salaries by city in South Dakota
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sioux Falls, SD-MN | $45,760 | $35,550 | $48,900 | 80 |
| West South Dakota | $43,890 | $35,090 | $51,540 | 50 |
| Rapid City, SD | $39,780 | $34,980 | $49,710 | 30 |