How much does a kindergarten teacher make in South Dakota?
$49,410a year
Median yearly pay for kindergarten teachers in South Dakota. That is $23.75 an hour or $4,118 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.75
- Vs. national median
- -21%
- Rank among states
- 47 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 610
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $46,520Median: $49,410Highest 10%: $59,910
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $46,520 | $22.37 | |
| 25th | $48,050 | $23.10 | |
| Median | $49,410 | $23.75 | |
| 75th | $57,440 | $27.62 | |
| 90th | $59,910 | $28.80 |
Cities in South Dakota
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Sioux City, IA | $58,920 |
| Rapid City, SD | $58,670 |
| Sioux Falls, SD | $48,490 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for kindergarten teachers.
| 44. Maine | $52,660 |
| 45. Arkansas | $52,060 |
| 46. Alabama | $50,900 |
| 47. South Dakota | $49,410 |
| 48. Mississippi | $48,880 |
| 49. Oklahoma | $47,860 |
| 50. Montana | $47,590 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a kindergarten teacher make an hour in South Dakota?
The median hourly pay in South Dakota is $23.75 ($49,410 a year).
Do kindergarten teachers make more in South Dakota than the national average?
No: $49,410 against $62,680 nationally, 21% less.
Where does South Dakota rank for kindergarten teacher pay?
South Dakota ranks 47 of 50 states.
Which city in South Dakota pays kindergarten teachers the most?
Sioux City, IA-NE-SD, with a median of $58,920 a year.
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.