Taxi Drivers Jobs Pay in South Dakota, SD
Average Hourly Pay
$16.01
50.0%Below national average
Range: $15.25 – $16.78
Average Annual Pay
$33,306
50.0%Below national average
Range: $31,720 – $34,892
How much do Taxi Drivers make?
Your level of experience is a key factor in determining your earning potential. Here's what you can expect at different career stages:
Entry Level
0-2 years
Hourly Rate
$13.61/hr
Range: $12.96 – $14.26
Annual Rate
$28,310
Range: $26,962 – $29,658
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$16.01/hr
Range: $15.25 – $16.78
Annual Rate
$33,306
Range: $31,720 – $34,892
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$18.41/hr
Range: $17.54 – $19.30
Annual Rate
$38,302
Range: $36,478 – $40,126
Taxi Drivers job description
Taxi Drivers professionals are responsible for safely transporting goods or passengers. They operate vehicles, follow transportation regulations, and ensure timely deliveries while maintaining safety standards.
Responsibilities
- •Operate vehicles safely and efficiently
- •Follow transportation routes and schedules
- •Inspect and maintain vehicles
- •Complete required documentation
- •Follow DOT regulations
- •Provide excellent customer service
Skills
- •Safe driving skills
- •Navigation and route planning
- •Time management
- •Vehicle maintenance knowledge
- •Communication
- •Physical fitness
Qualifications
- •Valid commercial driver's license (if required)
- •Clean driving record
- •DOT physical examination
- •Background check
