As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Elevator Operator in Pierre, SD is $37,431, equivalent to $18 per hour, $720 weekly, or $3,119 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Elevator Operator in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Elevator Operator in Pierre, SD vary widely, spanning from $31,526 to $42,906. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($34,340) and 75th percentile ($40,297), while top earners (90th percentile) make $42,906 per year. This $5,957 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 807 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 $31,526 Pierre, SD January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Elevator Operator Salary $34,340 Pierre, SD January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Elevator Operator Salary $37,431 Pierre, SD January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Elevator Operator Salary $40,297 Pierre, SD January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Elevator Operator Salary $42,906 Pierre, SD January 01, 2026
25% $34,340 10% $31,526 90% $42,906 75% $40,297 $37,431 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
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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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