Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System Operators Salary in South Dakota
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 4 metro areas • South Dakota
Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System Operators in South Dakota earn a median salary of $53,550 per year on average across 4 metro and nonmetro areas, -8.1% vs the national median of $58,260. An estimated 1,040 water and wastewater treatment plant and system operators are employed across South Dakota, with salaries ranging from $49,100 to $59,060 depending on location.
$53,550
Avg median salary in South Dakota
$59,060
Highest paying metro
$49,100
Lowest paying metro
1,040
Employed in South Dakota
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Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System Operators salaries by city in South Dakota
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sioux Falls, SD-MN | $59,060 | $51,160 | $64,920 | 160 |
| East South Dakota | $56,040 | $48,190 | $65,140 | 380 |
| Rapid City, SD | $50,000 | $50,000 | $63,130 | 100 |
| West South Dakota | $49,100 | $46,110 | $61,770 | 400 |