As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Dog Handler in South Dakota is $43,413. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $41,824 to $48,367, with most professionals earning between $40,376 and $52,877.
| Percentile | Salary | Location | Last Updated |
| 10th Percentile Dog Handler Salary | $40,376 | SD | March 01, 2025 |
| 25th Percentile Dog Handler Salary | $41,824 | SD | March 01, 2025 |
| 50th Percentile Dog Handler Salary | $43,413 | SD | March 01, 2025 |
| 75th Percentile Dog Handler Salary | $48,367 | SD | March 01, 2025 |
| 90th Percentile Dog Handler Salary | $52,877 | SD | March 01, 2025 |
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| Location | Avg. Salary | Date Updated |
|---|---|---|
| Location Deadwood, SD | Avg. Salary $42,254 | Date Updated March 01, 2025 |
| Location Pierre, SD | Avg. Salary $40,661 | Date Updated March 01, 2025 |
| Location Watertown, SD | Avg. Salary $43,124 | Date Updated March 01, 2025 |
| Location Aberdeen, SD | Avg. Salary $39,936 | Date Updated March 01, 2025 |
| Location Agar, SD | Avg. Salary $39,936 | Date Updated March 01, 2025 |
| Location Akaska, SD | Avg. Salary $39,936 | Date Updated March 01, 2025 |
| Location Alcester, SD | Avg. Salary $42,834 | Date Updated March 01, 2025 |
| Location Alexandria, SD | Avg. Salary $43,124 | Date Updated March 01, 2025 |
| Location Allen, SD | Avg. Salary $42,254 | Date Updated March 01, 2025 |
| Location Alpena, SD | Avg. Salary $41,530 | Date Updated March 01, 2025 |
0 - 1 years experience
High School Diploma or Technical Certificate
1 - 3 years experience
High School Diploma or Technical Certificate
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