Software Developer Salary in South Dakota
A software developer in South Dakota earns an estimated $123,800 a year ($59.52 an hour). Most workers fall from $84,200 to $179,500, depending on experience and employer.
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Software Developer pay in South Dakota
| Per year | Per hour | |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level (estimate) | $84,200 | $40.48 |
| Median (estimate) | $123,800 | $59.52 |
| Experienced (estimate) | $179,500 | $86.30 |
| US national median | $133,100 | $63.99 |
The South Dakota estimate is 7% below the national median, reflecting local prices and wages.
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Take-home pay
On the median figure a single filer in South Dakota keeps about $95,883 a year after federal tax, FICA and state tax, or $3,687.82 per biweekly paycheck. Try your exact numbers in the South Dakota paycheck calculator.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a software developer make in South Dakota?
About $123,800 a year at the median (estimate).
Is this an official figure?
No. It is an estimate based on the national BLS median and a state wage index. Check BLS OEWS tables for official data.
Sources and method
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics: Occupational Outlook Handbook
- Bureau of Economic Analysis: regional price parities
- Estimate, not official state data
Page last updated November 2026. See our editorial policy and disclaimer.