As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Scale Operator in Pierre, SD is $33,156, equivalent to $16 per hour, $638 weekly, or $2,763 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Scale Operator in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Scale Operator in Pierre, SD vary widely, spanning from $26,908 to $39,805. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($29,886) and 75th percentile ($36,637), while top earners (90th percentile) make $39,805 per year. This $6,751 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 Scale Operator often earn 7.3% lower than national averages. However, Pierre currently ranks 807 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 $26,908 Pierre, SD April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Scale Operator Salary $29,886 Pierre, SD April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Scale Operator Salary $33,156 Pierre, SD April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Scale Operator Salary $36,637 Pierre, SD April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Scale Operator Salary $39,805 Pierre, SD April 01, 2026
25% $29,886 10% $26,908 90% $39,805 75% $36,637 $33,156 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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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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