Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| South Dakota | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $78,060 | $98,331 | -21% |
| Median hourly wage | $37.53 | $47.27 | -21% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $88,104.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Registered Nurse in South Dakota is $78,060, or about $37.53 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Registered Nurses is $98,331. South Dakota is -21% below the national median.
Entry-level registered nurses in South Dakota typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 14,710 registered nurse jobs on record and a median salary of $78,060, South Dakota offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.