DOL Median (South Dakota)
$29,048
vs National
-29.4%
National: $41,161BLS Median (area)
N/A
COL-Adjusted
$31,437
Purchasing power equiv.Salary Comparison
This Location (DOL)
$29,048
-29.4% vs national
National Average (DOL)
$41,161
Baseline
BLS Estimate (This Area)
N/A
No comparison
Purchasing Power Analysis
A Biological Technicians in South Dakota earns $29,048 in nominal terms, which is 29.4% below the national average of $41,161. After adjusting for the local cost of living (index 92.4 vs national 100), this is equivalent to $31,437 in national-average purchasing power.
Tax differences are not included. Only cost-of-living index adjustments are applied.
Top Employers in South Dakota
| Employer | Median Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| South Dakota State University | $29,048 | 4 |
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How much does a Biological Technicians make in South Dakota?
The median Biological Technicians salary in South Dakota is $29,048 based on 3 DOL filings.
Is South Dakota a good place to work as a Biological Technicians?
A Biological Technicians in South Dakota earns 29.4% less than the national median of $41,161, or $31,437 after adjusting for the local cost of living.
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Source: US Department of Labor, Office of Foreign Labor Certification (OFLC) public disclosure files (PERM Form ETA-9089 and LCA Form ETA-9035), and US Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS). Salary figures represent employer filings and government survey estimates, not individual worker pay.