Chief Executives Salary in South Dakota
Chief Executives in South Dakota earn a median of $280,900 a year, +31% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $280,900
- vs. U.S. median
- +31% ($213,990)
- Rank among states
- 9 of 46
- Jobs in the state
- 510
Pay range in South Dakota
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $175,590; the top 10% earn over $546,760. Nationally the range is $75,700 to $507,730.
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Chief Executives pay in South Dakota
How much do chief executives make in South Dakota?
The median is $280,900 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $175,590 and the top 10% earn over $546,760. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is South Dakota a good state for chief executives?
On pay alone it ranks 9 of 46 (+31% vs. the national median of $213,990). Living costs are not included.