How much does a Legal Professional make in Rapid City, SD?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Legal Professional in Rapid City, SD is $111,732. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $90,152 to a high of $144,730, with most professionals earning between $100,437 and $129,004.

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What is a Legal Professional?

A Legal Professional is responsible for providing legal advice and representation to clients in various legal matters. They may work in law firms, government agencies, or corporate legal departments, and their duties may include conducting legal research, drafting legal documents, representing clients in court, and negotiating settlements. They must have a strong understanding of the law and be able to effectively communicate and advocate on behalf of their clients. Additionally, they must adhere to ethical and professional standards in their practice of law.

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Average Base Salary

Core compensation

 
 
 
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Average Total Cash Compensation

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What is the average salary for Legal Professional in 2025?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Legal Professional in Rapid City, SD. The base salary for Legal Professional ranges from $100,437 to $129,004 with the average base salary of $111,732. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $102,571 to $138,359 with the average total cash compensation of $118,225.
Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $111,732 $100,437 - $129,004
Bonus $6,492 $2,135 - $9,354
Total Pay $118,225 $102,571 - $138,359
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.
CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Rapid City, SD
CITY, STATE Deadwood, SD AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $98,744 - $126,830 COMPARE TO Rapid City, SD
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CITY, STATE Pierre, SD AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $95,087 - $122,133 COMPARE TO Rapid City, SD
CITY, STATE Casper, WY AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $107,739 - $138,384 COMPARE TO Rapid City, SD
CITY, STATE Sheridan, WY AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $107,558 - $138,152 COMPARE TO Rapid City, SD
CITY, STATE Dickinson, ND AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $110,549 - $141,993 COMPARE TO Rapid City, SD
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JOB TITLE LOCATION MINIMUM SALARY MAXIMUM SALARY
JOB TITLE Legal Conflicts Manager LOCATION Rapid City, SD MINIMUM SALARY $78,045 MAXIMUM SALARY $92,463
JOB TITLE Legal Conflicts Research Manager LOCATION Rapid City, SD MINIMUM SALARY $78,100 MAXIMUM SALARY $92,500
JOB TITLE Legal Recruiter LOCATION Rapid City, SD MINIMUM SALARY $78,430 MAXIMUM SALARY $100,176
JOB TITLE Legal Receptionist LOCATION Rapid City, SD MINIMUM SALARY $35,191 MAXIMUM SALARY $41,705
JOB TITLE Legal Researcher LOCATION Rapid City, SD MINIMUM SALARY $221,917 MAXIMUM SALARY $276,045
JOB TITLE Legal Investigator LOCATION Rapid City, SD MINIMUM SALARY $72,248 MAXIMUM SALARY $89,593
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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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