Postal Service Mail Carriers Salary in East South Dakota

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

Median annual salary $58,210 +1.3% vs national
Median hourly $27.99
10th percentile $42,390
90th percentile $77,960
Employed locally 340
National median $57,490

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $42,390
    25th
    $42,390
    50th (median)
    $58,210
    75th
    $74,420
    90th
    $77,960

    Top-paying metros for Postal Service Mail Carriers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Victoria, TX $65,490
    Fargo, ND-MN $64,540
    Napa, CA $64,540
    Lincoln, NE $64,540
    Oxnard-Thousand Oaks-Ventura, CA $64,540
    Lawrence, KS $64,500

    Related occupations in East South Dakota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks $44,310
    Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive $39,780
    Receptionists and Information Clerks $36,060
    Customer Service Representatives $39,760
    Shipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks $43,160
    Tellers $37,470

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Postal Service Mail Carriers make per hour in East South Dakota?

    The median hourly wage for Postal Service Mail Carriers in East South Dakota is $27.99, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $38.96 or more per hour.

    Is East South Dakota above or below average for Postal Service Mail Carriers salaries?

    The median Postal Service Mail Carriers salary in East South Dakota is 1.3% above the national median of $57,490. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Postal Service Mail Carriers in East South Dakota?

    Entry-level Postal Service Mail Carriers (10th percentile) earn around $42,390 per year in East South Dakota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $42,390.