BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics · May 2025
Locomotive Engineers in South Dakota earn between $62,730 and $81,640, with a mean of $70,010. The national average for this role is $84,068.
| Location | Mean Salary |
|---|---|
| South Dakota | $70,010 |
| National Average | $84,068 |
| Mississippi | $125,980 |
| Massachusetts | $118,340 |
| Illinois | $102,480 |
| New York | $98,720 |
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2025. South Dakota. Hourly wages assume 2,080 hours/year.