As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Drone Operator in South Dakota is $47,598. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $37,776 to a high of $59,527, with most professionals earning between $42,457 and $53,842.
| Percentile | Salary | Location | Last Updated |
| 10th Percentile Drone Operator Salary | $37,776 | SD | March 01, 2025 |
| 25th Percentile Drone Operator Salary | $42,457 | SD | March 01, 2025 |
| 50th Percentile Drone Operator Salary | $47,598 | SD | March 01, 2025 |
| 75th Percentile Drone Operator Salary | $53,842 | SD | March 01, 2025 |
| 90th Percentile Drone Operator Salary | $59,527 | SD | March 01, 2025 |
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| Location | Avg. Salary | Date Updated |
|---|---|---|
| Location Deadwood, SD | Avg. Salary $46,328 | Date Updated March 01, 2025 |
| Location Pierre, SD | Avg. Salary $44,580 | Date Updated March 01, 2025 |
| Location Watertown, SD | Avg. Salary $47,281 | Date Updated March 01, 2025 |
| Location Aberdeen, SD | Avg. Salary $43,786 | Date Updated March 01, 2025 |
| Location Agar, SD | Avg. Salary $43,786 | Date Updated March 01, 2025 |
| Location Akaska, SD | Avg. Salary $43,786 | Date Updated March 01, 2025 |
| Location Alcester, SD | Avg. Salary $46,963 | Date Updated March 01, 2025 |
| Location Alexandria, SD | Avg. Salary $47,281 | Date Updated March 01, 2025 |
| Location Allen, SD | Avg. Salary $46,328 | Date Updated March 01, 2025 |
| Location Alpena, SD | Avg. Salary $45,533 | 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
3 - 5 years experience
High School Diploma or Technical Certificate
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