Registered Nurse salary in South Dakota
The median registered nurse in South Dakota earns $33.42 an hour, or $69,510 a year. That’s $11.58 below the national median, ranking #51 of 51.
- Median hourly$33.42
- Median yearly$69,510
- Bottom 10% earn under$24.99/hr
- Top 10% earn over$44.50/hr
- Average (mean) hourly$34.72
- RNs employed14,500
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024, South Dakota, occupation 29-1141. bls.gov/oes. Figures are estimates for all RNs in the state, not offers.
Other nursing roles in South Dakota
| Role | Median hourly | Median yearly |
|---|---|---|
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $23.64/hr | $49,170/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 RN jobs in South Dakota
- RN Outpatient - Stacy BarnesSanford HealthRapid City, SD$32–$48/hrRNFull-timeDays
- Registered Nurse (RN) Visit Nurse | Home Health and HospiceAvera HealthAberdeen, SD$31–$46.25/hrRNFull-timeNightsSign-on bonus
- Registered Nurse (RN) | PACUAvera HealthMitchell, SD$32.50–$48.50/hrRNORFull-timeNightsSign-on bonus
- RN - Registered Nurse - RCC - PRN NightsSanford HealthRapid City, SD$34–$48/hrRNPer diem / PRNNights
- Nurse (QAPI)Indian Health ServiceLower Brule, SD$98k–$128k/yrRNFull-timeCloses Dec 31, 2026
- Nurse (Peds)Indian Health ServicePine Ridge, SD$73k–$110k/yrRNPediatricsFull-timeCloses Nov 6, 2026