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Geodetic Surveyors Salary in South Dakota

Geodetic Surveyors in South Dakota earn a median of $77,190 a year, +2% compared with the U.S. median. Figures are for the broader BLS group “Surveyors”.

Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers

Median pay
$77,190
vs. U.S. median
+2% ($75,440)
Rank among states
19 of 50
Jobs in the state
180

Pay range in South Dakota

The lowest-paid 10% earn under $59,690; the top 10% earn over $122,560. Nationally the range is $46,880 to $125,590.

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Geodetic Surveyors pay in South Dakota

How much do geodetic surveyors make in South Dakota?

The median is $77,190 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $59,690 and the top 10% earn over $122,560. BLS OEWS May 2025.

Is South Dakota a good state for geodetic surveyors?

On pay alone it ranks 19 of 50 (+2% vs. the national median of $75,440). Living costs are not included.

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Sources. Pay and employment: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 (national and state files). Pay is not adjusted for living costs. Data Sources & Licenses