Tree Trimmers and Pruners Salary in South Dakota
Tree Trimmers and Pruners in South Dakota earn a median of $50,430 a year, −1% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $50,430
- vs. U.S. median
- −1% ($50,960)
- Rank among states
- 22 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 270
Pay range in South Dakota
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $40,040; the top 10% earn over $70,650. Nationally the range is $37,940 to $80,310.
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Tree Trimmers and Pruners pay in South Dakota
How much do tree trimmers and pruners make in South Dakota?
The median is $50,430 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $40,040 and the top 10% earn over $70,650. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is South Dakota a good state for tree trimmers and pruners?
On pay alone it ranks 22 of 49 (−1% vs. the national median of $50,960). Living costs are not included.