As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Water Resources Engineer in Pierre, SD is $90,065, equivalent to $43 per hour, $1,732 weekly, or $7,505 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Water Resources Engineer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Water Resources Engineer in Pierre, SD vary widely, spanning from $77,178 to $108,739. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($83,320) and 75th percentile ($99,840), while top earners (90th percentile) make $108,739 per year. This $16,520 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Consulting or AutoCAD, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Pierre Water Resources Engineer often earn 7.3% lower than national averages. However, Pierre currently ranks 808 statewide for 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
Water Resources Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Water Resources Engineer Salary $77,178 Pierre, SD June 01, 2026
25th Percentile Water Resources Engineer Salary $83,320 Pierre, SD June 01, 2026
50th Percentile Water Resources Engineer Salary $90,065 Pierre, SD June 01, 2026
75th Percentile Water Resources Engineer Salary $99,840 Pierre, SD June 01, 2026
90th Percentile Water Resources Engineer Salary $108,739 Pierre, SD June 01, 2026
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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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