Lawyers salary in South Dakota
How much does a lawyer make in South Dakota?
The median lawyer in South Dakota earns $102,040 a year, and the mean is $132,270 (BLS, May 2025). That ranks South Dakota #47 of 51 states and is $57,630 below the US median of $159,670.
| Median annual wage | $102,040 |
|---|---|
| Mean annual wage | $132,270 |
| People employed | 1,360 |
| Rank among states (median) | #47 of 51 |
| US median | $159,670 |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025. Median is the middle wage; half of workers earn more and half less. Pay varies with experience, employer and city.
Nearby in the ranking
- Oklahoma: $103,060 median
- West Virginia: $102,420 median
- Kentucky: $101,550 median
- Wyoming: $100,130 median
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