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Paralegals and legal assistants salary in South Dakota
How much does a paralegal make in South Dakota?
The median paralegal in South Dakota earns $58,320 a year, and the mean is $62,260 (BLS, May 2025). That ranks South Dakota #38 of 51 states and is $4,570 below the US median of $62,890.
| Median annual wage | $58,320 |
|---|---|
| Mean annual wage | $62,260 |
| People employed | 600 |
| Rank among states (median) | #38 of 51 |
| US median | $62,890 |
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
- Tennessee: $58,820 median
- Wisconsin: $58,500 median
- North Carolina: $57,500 median
- Montana: $57,290 median
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