South Dakota: Industry Data
South Dakota has 296 establishments and 4,068 employees across the 9 industries Data MVP covers. Here's each one, with pay, one-year job growth and South Dakota's national rank.
| Industry | Establishments | Employees | Avg. pay | 1-yr jobs | U.S. rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sports Teams & Clubs | 18 | 190 | $32,578 | -0.5% | #41 |
| Sports & Event Promoters with Venues | 16 | 552 | $25,467 | +2.8% | #39 |
| Sports & Recreation Instruction | 52 | 518 | $11,666 | +4.9% | #43 |
| Fitness & Recreational Sports Centers | 113 | 1,029 | $15,107 | +0.1% | #50 |
| Sporting & Athletic Goods Makers | Not disclosed by BLS | ||||
| Cut & Sew Apparel Makers | Not disclosed by BLS | ||||
| Footwear Makers | Not disclosed by BLS | ||||
| Sporting Goods Retailers | 97 | 1,779 | $35,085 | -2.2% | #40 |
| Commercial Screen Printers | Not disclosed by BLS | ||||
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages (QCEW), 2025 annual averages, private ownership. Establishment counts are worksites, not companies. Pulled November 11, 2026. bls.gov/cew
South Dakota: FAQ
How big is the sports business industry in South Dakota?
South Dakota had 296 establishments and 4,068 employees across the 9 industries Data MVP covers in 2025 (BLS QCEW annual averages, private ownership).
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