As of September 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Entry Level Water Resources Engineer in Aberdeen, SD is $64,779, equivalent to $31 per hour, $1,246 weekly, or $5,398 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Entry Level Water Resources Engineer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Entry Level Water Resources Engineer in Aberdeen, SD vary widely, spanning from $54,270 to $77,179. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($59,278) and 75th percentile ($71,270), while top earners (90th percentile) make $77,179 per year. This $11,992 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or AutoCAD, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Aberdeen Entry Level Water Resources Engineer often earn 1.8% lower than national averages. However, Aberdeen currently ranks 667 statewide for Entry Level Water Resources Engineer 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
Entry Level Water Resources Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Entry Level Water Resources Engineer Salary $54,270 Aberdeen, SD September 01, 2026
25th Percentile Entry Level Water Resources Engineer Salary $59,278 Aberdeen, SD September 01, 2026
50th Percentile Entry Level Water Resources Engineer Salary $64,779 Aberdeen, SD September 01, 2026
75th Percentile Entry Level Water Resources Engineer Salary $71,270 Aberdeen, SD September 01, 2026
90th Percentile Entry Level Water Resources Engineer Salary $77,179 Aberdeen, SD September 01, 2026
25% $59,278 10% $54,270 90% $77,179 75% $71,270 $64,779 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Entry Level Water Resources Engineer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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About Aberdeen, South Dakota    Aberdeen (Lakota: Ablíla) is a city in and the county seat of Brown County, South Dakota, United States, about 125 miles (201 km) northeast of Pierre.....More

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