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title: Jobs in Rapid City, SD — Hiring Now
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  by Ellsworth Air Force Base, Black Hills healthcare, tourism, and regional.
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# Jobs in Rapid City, SD — Hiring Now

**State:** [South Dakota Jobs Hiring Now | Salary, Industries, Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/south-dakota?utm_source=ai_markdown)
**Country:** [Top Job Trends By Locations](https://www.foundrole.com/locations?utm_source=ai_markdown)
**Open jobs:** 1,033
## Summary

- Postings on employer career sites published Jun 1 – Sep 28, 2026: 1,515
- Median salary: $51K
- Salary range (P25–P75): $41K – $75K
- Remote share: 3.1%

## Market Insights — September 2026

*Based on 1,515 postings published Jun 1 – Sep 28, 2026 • Updated September 28, 2026*

- Industries with the most postings in Rapid City, SD: Hospitals and Health Care (47% of all postings), followed by Retail and General Contractors.
- Pay in Rapid City, SD runs 26% below the United States median ($51K vs $70K).

*Numbers above are computed from postings on employer career sites published in the window shown below, closed ones included. Salary figures use posted ranges where available; the market median is the median of the country the pay is quoted in, as its location page shows it. Confidence reflects sample size and signal stability vs the prior month.*

## Top industries in Rapid City, SD

| Industry | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Hospitals & Health Care | 718 | $56K |
| Retail | 146 | $33K |
| Construction | 100 | — |
| Restaurants | 83 | — |
| Retail Groceries | 66 | — |
| Food & Beverage Services | 47 | $43K |
| Transportation & Logistics | 40 | — |

## Top roles hiring in Rapid City, SD

| Role | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 183 | $82K |
| Medical Assistant | 67 | $41K |
| Patient Access Representative | 49 | $39K |
| Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) | 42 | — |
| Delivery Driver | 36 | — |
| Retail Sales Associate | 34 | — |
| Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) | 33 | — |
| Assistant Manager | 31 | — |

## Top hiring companies in Rapid City, SD

| Company | Total jobs |
|---|---|
| [Sanford Health Jobs & Careers — Rural Healthcare System](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/sanford-health?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 97 |
| [Albertsons Companies Jobs & Careers — Grocery Retail](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/albertsons-companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 66 |
| [Domino's Pizza Pakistan Jobs & Careers — QSR](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/domino-s-pizza?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 58 |
| [MasTec Jobs & Careers — Infrastructure & Construction](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/mastec?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 49 |
| [SpartanNash Jobs & Careers — Food Distribution & Grocery](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/spartan-nash?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 34 |

**H1B sponsorship (FY2025 Q4 – FY2026 Q3):** 9 employers filed 39 petitions; under 1% of the employers hiring here now are among them.

## Top visa sponsors in Rapid City, SD

| Company | Workers | Median filed wage |
|---|---|---|
| Monument Health | 178 | — |
| The Oscar Larson Performing Arts Center | 10 | — |
| Avant Healthcare Professionals | 2 | — |
| South Dakota Mines | 2 | — |
| Phase Technologies | 2 | — |

## Frequently Asked Questions

### What industries are hiring most in Rapid City, SD?

defense support, healthcare, tourism, and retail are among the main hiring lanes in Rapid City. That mix reflects Ellsworth Air Force Base, Black Hills healthcare, tourism, and regional retail, plus employers such as Ellsworth Air Force Base, Monument Health, and tourism operators, which keep both frontline and professional roles active.
### Are there seasonal hiring patterns in Rapid City, SD?

Rapid City can show seasonal movement when tourism, retail, construction, or academic demand rises, but the steadier base usually comes from defense support, healthcare, tourism. Watching employer activity by month helps show whether the market is broadening or narrowing.
### Who are the top employers hiring in Rapid City, SD?

Top employers in Rapid City often include Ellsworth Air Force Base, Monument Health, tourism operators, and regional retailers. The employer table on this page is more useful than a static “largest employer” list because it reflects which organizations are posting roles right now.
### Are remote jobs available in Rapid City, SD?

Remote listings exist, especially for administrative or technical work, though much of the market still depends on jobs performed at local facilities. Use the work-type filters on this page to separate remote, hybrid, and fully on-site jobs.
### Which nearby markets pair well with a Rapid City job search?

Spearfish, Sturgis, and Black Hills markets are common next steps when you want a wider search radius from Rapid City. The nearby cities list on this page and the <a href="/locations/south-dakota">South Dakota jobs page</a> make it easier to compare openings, pay, and employers across the state.
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