Waiters and Waitresses Salary in South Dakota
Waiters and Waitresses in South Dakota earn a median of $28,990 a year, −18% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $28,990
- vs. U.S. median
- −18% ($35,230)
- Rank among states
- 35 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 7,350
Pay range in South Dakota
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $27,030; the top 10% earn over $37,290. Nationally the range is $18,100 to $64,720.
States ranked near South Dakota
Similar jobs in South Dakota
- Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop$30,310 median in South Dakota
- Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers$29,430 median in South Dakota
- Bartenders$29,400 median in South Dakota
- Fast Food and Counter Workers$29,490 median in South Dakota
- Food Servers, Nonrestaurant$31,980 median in South Dakota
- Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers$29,920 median in South Dakota
Waiters and Waitresses pay in South Dakota
How much do waiters and waitresses make in South Dakota?
The median is $28,990 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $27,030 and the top 10% earn over $37,290. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is South Dakota a good state for waiters and waitresses?
On pay alone it ranks 35 of 51 (−18% vs. the national median of $35,230). Living costs are not included.