Carpenter pay in South Dakota
State median
Public data$20.43/hr
≈ $42,494/year full-time
Ranks #51 of 51 states for carpenter pay▼ 18% vs national median
Pay distribution in South Dakota
$17.91Median $20.43/hr$23.31
25th percentile
$17.91
per hour
Median
$20.43
per hour
75th percentile
$23.31
per hour
Source: BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (BLS May 2023) · bls.gov/oes
Frequently asked questions
How much do carpenters make in South Dakota?
The median pay for carpenters in South Dakota is $20.43/hr (about $42,494/year full-time), according to BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (May 2023). Half earn more, half earn less. The middle 50% fall between $17.91 and $23.31 per hour.
How does South Dakota compare to the national average for carpenters?
South Dakota pays 18% below the national median of $25.05/hr for carpenters. Cost of living, union density, and demand all move state pay relative to the national figure.