Truck Driver (Heavy) pay in South Dakota
State median
Public data$26.40/hr
≈ $54,912/year full-time
Pay distribution in South Dakota
25th percentile
$22.66
per hour
Median
$26.40
per hour
75th percentile
$29.79
per hour
Source: BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (BLS May 2023) · bls.gov/oes
Frequently asked questions
How much do truck driver (heavy)s make in South Dakota?
The median pay for truck driver (heavy)s in South Dakota is $26.40/hr (about $54,912/year full-time), according to BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (May 2023). Half earn more, half earn less. The middle 50% fall between $22.66 and $29.79 per hour.
How does South Dakota compare to the national average for truck driver (heavy)s?
South Dakota pays 6% above the national median of $24.90/hr for truck driver (heavy)s. Cost of living, union density, and demand all move state pay relative to the national figure.