Construction-trade hourly wages in Rapid City, SD (BLS OEWS, latest release). Click any trade for the full pricing breakdown. Published averages — what workers are paid, not the rate to charge.
Rapid City, SD median household income: $77,164 (Census ACS).
| Trade | Median /hr | Mean /hr |
|---|---|---|
| Electricians | $29.40 | $29.10 |
| Plumbers | $26.85 | $26.87 |
| Carpenters | $23.39 | $24.97 |
| Painters | $22.55 | $22.97 |
| Roofers | $22.36 | $22.62 |
| HVAC Technicians | $29.53 | $29.41 |
| Concrete Contractors | $23.22 | $24.13 |
| Drywall Contractors | $23.07 | $23.56 |
| Landscapers | $16.75 | $17.25 |
| Construction Laborers | $21.94 | $21.26 |
| Construction Supervisors | $37.45 | $38.02 |
| Construction Managers | $57.96 | $59.18 |
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