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Cloud Architect Salary in South Dakota

The median cloud architect salary in South Dakota is $117,030 per year, which is 17% below the national median of $141,000.

Median Salary
$117,030
vs National
$-23,970
State Rank
#45 of 50
Cost of Living
88%

Cloud Architect Salary in South Dakota by Experience

In South Dakota, an entry-level cloud architect earns around $81,340, while experienced professionals earn up to $161,850 per year. The cost of living index in South Dakota is 88% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$81,340
$-16,660 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$117,860
$-24,140 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$161,850
$-33,150 vs national

Salary Percentiles in South Dakota

Percentile SD Salary
10th Percentile $78,850
25th Percentile $97,940
Median (50th) $117,030
75th Percentile $145,250
90th Percentile $174,300

Major Cities for Cloud Architects in South Dakota

The largest employment areas for cloud architects in South Dakota include Sioux Falls, Rapid City, Aberdeen, and Brookings. Salaries in major metro areas may be higher due to increased demand and cost of living.

Sioux Falls, SD
Metro area for cloud architect employment
Rapid City, SD
Metro area for cloud architect employment
Aberdeen, SD
Metro area for cloud architect employment
Brookings, SD
Metro area for cloud architect employment
Mitchell, SD
Metro area for cloud architect employment

How to Become a Cloud Architect in South Dakota

Education

Most cloud architect positions require a bachelor's degree. South Dakota has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

AWSAzureGCPCloud ArchitectureNetworkingSecurity

Job Outlook in South Dakota

Nationally, cloud architect employment is projected to grow 23% over the next decade (much faster than average). South Dakota's demand may vary based on local industry trends.