As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Scale Operator in Aberdeen, SD is $36,407, equivalent to $18 per hour, $700 weekly, or $3,034 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Scale Operator in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Scale Operator in Aberdeen, SD vary widely, spanning from $29,547 to $43,728. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($32,816) and 75th percentile ($40,239), while top earners (90th percentile) make $43,728 per year. This $7,423 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, Aberdeen Scale Operator often earn 1.8% lower than national averages. However, Aberdeen currently ranks 667 statewide for Scale 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
Scale Operator Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Scale Operator Salary $29,547 Aberdeen, SD June 01, 2026
25th Percentile Scale Operator Salary $32,816 Aberdeen, SD June 01, 2026
50th Percentile Scale Operator Salary $36,407 Aberdeen, SD June 01, 2026
75th Percentile Scale Operator Salary $40,239 Aberdeen, SD June 01, 2026
90th Percentile Scale Operator Salary $43,728 Aberdeen, SD June 01, 2026
25% $32,816 10% $29,547 90% $43,728 75% $40,239 $36,407 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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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

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

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