As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Chocolatier in Alpena, SD is $24,817, equivalent to $12 per hour, $477 weekly, or $2,068 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Chocolatier in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Chocolatier in Alpena, SD vary widely, spanning from $20,149 to $28,043. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($22,374) and 75th percentile ($26,505), while top earners (90th percentile) make $28,043 per year. This $4,131 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Attention to Detail or Customer Satisfaction, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Alpena Chocolatier often earn 1.6% lower than national averages. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Chocolatier Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Chocolatier Salary $20,149 Alpena, SD November 01, 2026
25th Percentile Chocolatier Salary $22,374 Alpena, SD November 01, 2026
50th Percentile Chocolatier Salary $24,817 Alpena, SD November 01, 2026
75th Percentile Chocolatier Salary $26,505 Alpena, SD November 01, 2026
90th Percentile Chocolatier Salary $28,043 Alpena, SD November 01, 2026
25% $22,374 10% $20,149 90% $28,043 75% $26,505 $24,817 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Chocolatier

    1 - 3 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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    Pastry Chef

    3 + years experience
    Associate's Degree

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Chocolatier in Alpena, SD. The base salary for Chocolatier ranges from $22,374 to $26,505 with the average base salary of $24,817. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $25,396 to $33,552 with the average total cash compensation of $29,124.
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About Alpena, South Dakota    Alpena (pronounced al-PEE'-nuh) is a town in Jerauld County, South Dakota, United States. The population was 286 at the 2010 census. Alpena is located....More

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