How much does a career/technical education teacher make in Rapid City?
$67,290a year
Median yearly pay for career/technical education teachers in the Rapid City, SD metro area. That is $32.35 an hour or $5,608 a month.
- Hourly
- $32.35
- Vs. national median
- +5%
- Rank among cities
- 85 of 270
- Jobs in the area
- 50
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $36,030Median: $67,290Highest 10%: $74,270
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,030 | $17.32 | |
| 25th | $46,490 | $22.35 | |
| Median | $67,290 | $32.35 | |
| 75th | $67,710 | $32.55 | |
| 90th | $74,270 | $35.71 |
Other cities in South Dakota
Median yearly pay for career/technical education teachers.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Rapid City
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Special Education Teacher | $60,800 |
| Middle School Teacher | $60,020 |
| Secondary School Teacher | $59,540 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $59,480 |
| Kindergarten Teacher | $58,670 |
| Special Education Teacher | $58,360 |
| Instructional Coordinator | $57,700 |
| Preschool Teacher | $46,620 |
| Library Technician | $34,300 |
| Substitute Teacher | $28,550 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a career/technical education teacher make an hour in Rapid City?
The median hourly pay in the Rapid City, SD metro area is $32.35 ($67,290 a year).
Do career/technical education teachers make more in Rapid City than the national average?
Yes: $67,290 against $63,820 nationally, 5% more.
How does Rapid City compare with the rest of South Dakota?
The median in South Dakota is $72,940, so Rapid City pays 8% less.
Where does Rapid City rank for career/technical education teacher pay?
85 of 270 metro areas with data.
How much does a career/technical education teacher make starting out in Rapid City?
The lowest-paid 10% make $36,030 or less a year; the top 10% make $74,270 or more.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.