South Dakota has hosted 18 US Department of Labor LCA filings for E-3 visa workers across all available fiscal years, with 77.8% certified. The median annualized wage is $80,759. The most-filed role is Accountants and Auditors, with South Dakota School Of Mines Technology Center For Alumni Relations Advancement as the top sponsor.
All roles filed in South Dakota
11 distinct roles have been filed for E-3 visa workers in South Dakota.
| Role | Filings | Cert rate | Median wage | Top city |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accountants and Auditors | 4 | 75.0% | $72,298 | Rapid City |
| Lodging Managers | 3 | 33.3% | $80,080 | Chamberlain |
| Construction Managers | 2 | 100.0% | $183,237 | Sioux Falls |
| Public Relations Specialists | 2 | 50.0% | $52,500 | Vermillion |
| Coaches and Scouts | 1 | 100.0% | $83,800 | Vermillion |
| Commercial Pilots | 1 | 100.0% | $52,000 | Keystone |
| Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers | 1 | 100.0% | $210,000 | Lead |
| Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists | 1 | 100.0% | $48,000 | Sioux Falls |
| Mechanical Engineers | 1 | 100.0% | $81,438 | Black Hawk |
| Mental Health Counselors | 1 | 100.0% | $36,312 | Aberdeen |
| Project Management Specialists | 1 | 100.0% | $160,000 | Iroquois |
Top employers in South Dakota
Biggest E-3 visa sponsors filing in South Dakota.
| Employer | Filings | Median wage |
|---|---|---|
| South Dakota School Of Mines Technology Center For Alumni Relations Advancement | 4 | $72,298 |
| Vermillion Area Chamber Development Company | 2 | $52,500 |
| Accenture | 1 | $186,996 |
| Avalon Capital Group | 1 | $180,000 |
| Black Hills Helicopters | 1 | $52,000 |
| Coeur Mining | 1 | $210,000 |
| Flsmidth | 1 | $81,438 |
| Jorgensen Land And Cattle Partnership | 1 | $50,000 |
| Loam Bio | 1 | $160,000 |
| Northeastern Mental Health Center | 1 | $36,312 |
| Rudra Llc - Super 8 Motel | 1 | $80,080 |
| Soben North America | 1 | $179,478 |
| Take A Break Holiday Rentals | 1 | $48,000 |
| University Of South Dakota | 1 | $83,800 |
Top cities
Cities in South Dakota with the most E-3 visa filings.
| City | Filings | Median wage |
|---|---|---|
| Rapid City | 4 | $72,298 |
| Sioux Falls | 3 | $179,478 |
| Vermillion | 3 | $52,500 |
| Aberdeen | 1 | $36,312 |
| Black Hawk | 1 | $81,438 |
| Chamberlain | 1 | $80,080 |
| Ideal | 1 | $50,000 |
| Iroquois | 1 | $160,000 |
| Keystone | 1 | $52,000 |
| Lead | 1 | $210,000 |
| North Sioux City | 1 | $180,000 |
Filings by fiscal year
Year-over-year trend for E-3 visa filings in South Dakota.
| FY | Filings | Cert rate | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| FY2020 | 5 | 60.0% | |
| FY2021 | 2 | 100.0% | |
| FY2022 | 2 | 100.0% | |
| FY2023 | 2 | 100.0% | |
| FY2024 | 1 | 100.0% | |
| FY2025 | 2 | 50.0% | |
| FY2026 | 4 | 75.0% |
Frequently asked questions
How many E-3 visas are filed in South Dakota?
18 LCA filings for E-3 visa workers in South Dakota across all available fiscal years, with 77.8% of applications certified by the US Department of Labor.
What is the median E-3 visa wage in South Dakota?
The median annualized wage for E-3 visa workers in South Dakota is $80,759, based on certified LCA filings. Wage outliers above $2 million are excluded.
Which roles get the most E-3 visa filings in South Dakota?
The top E-3 visa roles in South Dakota are: Accountants and Auditors (4 filings), Lodging Managers (3 filings), Construction Managers (2 filings). The full list of roles filed is shown on this page.
Which employers sponsor the most E-3 visas in South Dakota?
The top E-3 visa sponsors in South Dakota are: South Dakota School Of Mines Technology Center For Alumni Relations Advancement (4 filings), Vermillion Area Chamber Development Company (2 filings), Accenture (1 filings).
Can Australians work in South Dakota on an E-3 visa?
Yes. The E-3 visa is exclusive to Australian citizens and South Dakota is one of the US states with active E-3 sponsorship. The data on this page shows the employers and roles being filed there.
