How much does a chemistry teacher make in South Dakota?
$75,810a year
Median yearly pay for chemistry teachers in South Dakota. That is $36.45 an hour or $6,318 a month.
- Hourly
- $36.45
- Vs. national median
- -19%
- Rank among states
- 45 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 70
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $58,020Median: $75,810Highest 10%: $123,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $58,020 | $27.89 | |
| 25th | $61,960 | $29.79 | |
| Median | $75,810 | $36.45 | |
| 75th | $102,500 | $49.28 | |
| 90th | $123,200 | $59.23 |
Cities in South Dakota
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for chemistry teachers.
| 42. Ohio | $77,910 |
| 43. Florida | $77,630 |
| 44. Alabama | $76,430 |
| 45. South Dakota | $75,810 |
| 46. Mississippi | $66,420 |
| 47. Arkansas | $64,720 |
| 48. Oklahoma | $64,450 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a chemistry teacher make an hour in South Dakota?
The median hourly pay in South Dakota is $36.45 ($75,810 a year).
Do chemistry teachers make more in South Dakota than the national average?
No: $75,810 against $93,250 nationally, 19% less.
Where does South Dakota rank for chemistry teacher pay?
South Dakota ranks 45 of 48 states.
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.