As of September 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Entry Level Water Resources Engineer in Alpena, SD is $64,630, equivalent to $31 per hour, $1,243 weekly, or $5,386 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 Alpena, SD vary widely, spanning from $54,145 to $77,002. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($59,142) and 75th percentile ($71,106), while top earners (90th percentile) make $77,002 per year. This $11,964 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, Alpena Entry Level Water Resources Engineer often earn 1.6% lower than national averages. 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 $54,145 Alpena, SD September 01, 2026
25th Percentile Entry Level Water Resources Engineer Salary $59,142 Alpena, SD September 01, 2026
50th Percentile Entry Level Water Resources Engineer Salary $64,630 Alpena, SD September 01, 2026
75th Percentile Entry Level Water Resources Engineer Salary $71,106 Alpena, SD September 01, 2026
90th Percentile Entry Level Water Resources Engineer Salary $77,002 Alpena, SD September 01, 2026
25% $59,142 10% $54,145 90% $77,002 75% $71,106 $64,630 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 Alpena, South Dakota    Alpena (pronounced al-PEE'-nuh) is a town in Jerauld County, South Dakota, United States. The population was 286 at the 2010 census. Alpena is located....More

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