Earth Drillers Salary in South Dakota
Earth Drillers in South Dakota earn a median of $57,160 a year, −5% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $57,160
- vs. U.S. median
- −5% ($60,190)
- Rank among states
- 35 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 80
Pay range in South Dakota
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $48,310; the top 10% earn over $70,100. Nationally the range is $44,460 to $83,800.
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Earth Drillers pay in South Dakota
How much do earth drillers make in South Dakota?
The median is $57,160 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $48,310 and the top 10% earn over $70,100. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is South Dakota a good state for earth drillers?
On pay alone it ranks 35 of 48 (−5% vs. the national median of $60,190). Living costs are not included.