Patent Attorney Salary in South Dakota
Explore patent attorney salaries in South Dakota including median pay, entry-level and senior compensation, and how it compares to the national average.
Median Salary in SD
$102,721
Monthly: $8,560
Biweekly: $3,951
Entry Level
$56,030
Monthly: $4,669
Biweekly: $2,155
Senior Level
$174,315
Monthly: $14,526
Biweekly: $6,704
Job Growth
18%
Projected 10-year growth
Salary Breakdown
| Pay Period | Entry Level | Median | Senior |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual | $56,030 | $102,721 | $174,315 |
| Monthly | $4,669 | $8,560 | $14,526 |
| Biweekly | $2,155 | $3,951 | $6,704 |
| Weekly | $1,078 | $1,975 | $3,352 |
| Hourly | $27 | $49 | $84 |
SD vs National Comparison
National Median
$125,270
SD Median
$102,721
Difference
-$22,549
Multiplier
0.82x
About This Career
Handle intellectual property matters and patent applications.
Education
Juris Doctor (JD), technical degree, and Bar license required
Key Skills
Patent LawIntellectual PropertyTechnical KnowledgeProsecution
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