How Much Does a Mechanical Assembler Make in Rapid City, SD ? (2026 Salary Guide)

Mechanical Assembler Salary in Rapid City, SD

As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Mechanical Assembler in Rapid City, SD is $45,538, equivalent to $22 per hour, $876 weekly, or $3,795 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Mechanical Assembler in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Mechanical Assembler in Rapid City, SD vary widely, spanning from $36,958 to $54,686. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($41,047) and 75th percentile ($50,326), while top earners (90th percentile) make $54,686 per year. This $9,279 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Commitment or Metal Fabrication, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Rapid City Mechanical Assembler often earn 2.0% lower than national averages. However, Rapid City currently ranks 764 statewide for Mechanical Assembler job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

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10th Percentile Mechanical Assembler Salary $36,958 Rapid City, SD May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Mechanical Assembler Salary $41,047 Rapid City, SD May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Mechanical Assembler Salary $45,538 Rapid City, SD May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Mechanical Assembler Salary $50,326 Rapid City, SD May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Mechanical Assembler Salary $54,686 Rapid City, SD May 01, 2026
25% $41,047 10% $36,958 90% $54,686 75% $50,326 $45,538 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Machinist I

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    1 - 3 years experience
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    3 - 5 years experience
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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Mechanical Assembler in Rapid City, SD. The base salary for Mechanical Assembler ranges from $41,047 to $50,326 with the average base salary of $45,538. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $42,158 to $54,281 with the average total cash compensation of $47,725.
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About Rapid City, South Dakota    Rapid City is located at 44°04′34″N 103°13′42″W / 44.076188°N 103.228299°W / 44.076188; -103.228299. The downtown elevation of Rapid City is 3,202 ....More

Rapid City, South Dakota  area prices were up 0.8% from a year ago

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