Economist Salary in South Dakota
Explore economist salaries in South Dakota including median pay, entry-level and senior compensation, and how it compares to the national average.
Median Salary in SD
$75,415
Monthly: $6,285
Biweekly: $2,901
Entry Level
$44,691
Monthly: $3,724
Biweekly: $1,719
Senior Level
$103,347
Monthly: $8,612
Biweekly: $3,975
Job Growth
17%
Projected 10-year growth
Salary Breakdown
| Pay Period | Entry Level | Median | Senior |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual | $44,691 | $75,415 | $103,347 |
| Monthly | $3,724 | $6,285 | $8,612 |
| Biweekly | $1,719 | $2,901 | $3,975 |
| Weekly | $859 | $1,450 | $1,987 |
| Hourly | $21 | $36 | $50 |
SD vs National Comparison
National Median
$91,970
SD Median
$75,415
Difference
-$16,555
Multiplier
0.82x
About This Career
Research economic data and trends to inform policy and business decisions.
Education
Bachelor's degree in Economics; Master's or PhD common for research roles
Key Skills
Economic AnalysisData InterpretationResearchPolicy Analysis
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