Software Developers Salary in South Dakota
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 4 metro areas • South Dakota
Software Developers in South Dakota earn a median salary of $87,920 per year on average across 4 metro and nonmetro areas, -33.9% vs the national median of $133,080. An estimated 2,010 software developers are employed across South Dakota, with salaries ranging from $82,090 to $92,460 depending on location.
$87,920
Avg median salary in South Dakota
$92,460
Highest paying metro
$82,090
Lowest paying metro
2,010
Employed in South Dakota
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Software Developers salaries by city in South Dakota
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rapid City, SD | $92,460 | $78,430 | $104,870 | 270 |
| West South Dakota | $89,360 | $76,540 | $103,480 | 190 |
| Sioux Falls, SD-MN | $87,770 | $73,280 | $104,940 | 1,230 |
| East South Dakota | $82,090 | $76,370 | $101,190 | 320 |