Web Developer Salary in South Dakota (2026)

Official state-level BLS pay data for Web Developers in South Dakota, plus how it compares with the rest of the country.

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
South Dakota Median
$51,100
per year
Hourly Rate
$24.57
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
-45% vs US median
US median $92,650
State Rank
#43 of 44
390 employed here

How much does a Web Developer make in South Dakota?

Web Developers in South Dakota take home a median of $51,100 annually — roughly $24.57 an hour — which runs 45% below the national median of $92,650.

Within South Dakota, entry-level pay starts around $40,120 while the top 10% make $70,410 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $47,540 and $59,280 a year.

Web Developer salary range in South Dakota

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$40,120$19.29
25th percentile (early career)$47,540$22.86
50th percentile (median)$51,100$24.57
75th percentile (experienced)$59,280$28.50
90th percentile (top earners)$70,410$33.85

How South Dakota compares

South Dakota ranks 43rd out of 44 states and territories for Web Developer pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1Washington$130,440
2Virginia$128,380
3California$119,570
4District of Columbia$114,690
5Maryland$112,690

Working as a Web Developer in South Dakota

Nationally, about 70,000 people work as Web Developers in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.

Considering a move? Compare South Dakota pay ($51,100) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a Web Developer make in South Dakota?
The median Web Developer salary in South Dakota is $51,100 per year, or about $24.57 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $40,120 at the entry level to $70,410 for the top 10% of earners.
How does South Dakota pay compare to the national average?
South Dakota pays Web Developers about 45% less than the national median of $92,650. South Dakota ranks 43rd out of 44 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is South Dakota a good state for Web Developers?
Pay runs below the national median here, at $51,100 a year. About 390 Web Developers are employed in South Dakota. A lower cost of living can offset the smaller paycheck, so compare take-home value, not just salary.
What are the highest-paying jobs in South Dakota?
The highest-paying occupations in South Dakota include Radiologist ($586,010), Emergency Medicine Physician ($393,870), Obstetricians and Gynecologists ($297,610), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.

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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.