As of October 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Elevator Operator in Pierre, SD is $38,811, equivalent to $19 per hour, $746 weekly, or $3,234 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Elevator Operator in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Elevator Operator in Pierre, SD vary widely, spanning from $32,686 to $44,488. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($35,605) and 75th percentile ($41,783), while top earners (90th percentile) make $44,488 per year. This $6,178 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Commitment or Machine Operation, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Pierre Elevator Operator often earn 7.3% lower than national averages. However, Pierre currently ranks 808 statewide for Elevator Operator job salary. 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
Elevator Operator Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Elevator Operator Salary $32,686 Pierre, SD October 01, 2026
25th Percentile Elevator Operator Salary $35,605 Pierre, SD October 01, 2026
50th Percentile Elevator Operator Salary $38,811 Pierre, SD October 01, 2026
75th Percentile Elevator Operator Salary $41,783 Pierre, SD October 01, 2026
90th Percentile Elevator Operator Salary $44,488 Pierre, SD October 01, 2026
25% $35,605 10% $32,686 90% $44,488 75% $41,783 $38,811 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Elevator Operator

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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    Machine Operator II

    1 - 3 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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About Pierre, South Dakota    Pierre (/pɪər/; Lakota: čhúŋkaške, "fort") is the capital of the U.S. state of South Dakota and the seat of Hughes County. The population was 13,646 a....More

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