BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics · May 2025
Food and Tobacco Roasting, Baking, and Drying Machine Operators and Tenders in South Dakota earn between $37,040 and $60,220, with a mean of $44,340. The national average for this role is $45,938.
| Location | Mean Salary |
|---|---|
| South Dakota | $44,340 |
| National Average | $45,938 |
| North Dakota | $63,860 |
| Maryland | $61,310 |
| Virginia | $58,810 |
| Colorado | $56,550 |
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2025. South Dakota. Hourly wages assume 2,080 hours/year.