Licensed Practical Nurse salary in South Dakota
The median licensed practical nurse in South Dakota earns $23.64 an hour, or $49,170 a year. That’s $6.33 below the national median, ranking #50 of 51.
- Median hourly$23.64
- Median yearly$49,170
- Bottom 10% earn under$18.52/hr
- Top 10% earn over$29.47/hr
- Average (mean) hourly$24.63
- LPN/LVNs employed2,100
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024, South Dakota, occupation 29-2061. bls.gov/oes. Figures are estimates for all LPN/LVNs in the state, not offers.
Other nursing roles in South Dakota
| Role | Median hourly | Median yearly |
|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $33.42/hr | $69,510/yr |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | $18.30/hr | $38,070/yr |
| Nurse Practitioner | $58.94/hr | $122,600/yr |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS May 2024 state estimates.
Open LPN/LVN jobs in South Dakota
- Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) | Addiction Care CenterAvera HealthSioux Falls, SD$24.50–$48.50/hrLPN/LVNPsychFull-timeNightsDaysSign-on bonus
- Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) | OBGYN Marion RoadAvera HealthSioux Falls, SD$22.50–$41.25/hrLPN/LVNFull-timeDays
- LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - Allergy Clinic - FT DaysSanford HealthSioux Falls, SD$21.75–$29.50/hrLPN/LVNFull-timeDaysSign-on bonus
- LPN Float - Licensed Practical Nurse - Clinic Float Pool - FT DaysSanford HealthSioux Falls, SD$21.75–$29.50/hrLPN/LVNPer diem / PRNDaysSign-on bonus
- Licensed Practical NurseIndian Health ServiceMultiple locations (14)$47k–$74k/yrLPN/LVNFlexible / otherSign-on bonusCloses Dec 31, 2026
- LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse or MA - Medical Assistant - 34th & Kiwanis Family Medicine Clinic - FT DaysSanford HealthSioux Falls, SD$19–$29.50/hrLPN/LVNFull-timeDaysSign-on bonus