BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics · May 2025
Firefighters in South Dakota earn between $39,240 and $61,420, with a mean of $51,180. The national average for this role is $63,589.
| Location | Mean Salary |
|---|---|
| South Dakota | $51,180 |
| National Average | $63,589 |
| California | $95,090 |
| Washington | $89,200 |
| New York | $87,150 |
| New Jersey | $85,810 |
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2025. South Dakota. Hourly wages assume 2,080 hours/year.