Entry Level Truck Driver Salary in South Dakota
6 months - 1 year experience in South Dakota (SD). No pay band is published on this page.
Pay band
Not published
Experience
6 months - 1 year
Entry Level Driver Pay in South Dakota
You have completed your initial training period and have been driving solo for several months. You are building confidence in your skills and establishing your safety record. At this stage, more carriers are willing to hire you and pay rates start improving noticeably.
This page does not publish a dollar pay band for South Dakota. The range that used to appear here was an unsourced template, and states that shared a multiplier showed the same numbers. Ask the carrier for the rate.
Pay by Equipment in South Dakota
Your equipment type significantly impacts earnings at the entry level level:
| Equipment | Pay band |
|---|---|
| Dry Van | Not published |
| Reefer | Not published |
| Flatbed | Not published |
| Tanker | Not published |
| Hazmat | Not published |
Companies Hiring in South Dakota
FAQ
How much do entry level truck drivers make in South Dakota?
This page does not publish a dollar band for entry level drivers in South Dakota. The range that used to appear here was an unsourced multiplier applied to every state. Ask the carrier for the rate.
What companies hire entry level drivers in South Dakota?
Top companies hiring entry level drivers in South Dakota include Heartland Express, USA Truck, Marten Transport. Many offer paid CDL training programs.
How can entry level drivers increase their pay in South Dakota?
The fastest way to increase pay is gaining experience and adding endorsements (hazmat, tanker). Most drivers see a significant raise after their first year.