How much does a physical therapist make in South Dakota?
$92,660a year
Median yearly pay for physical therapists in South Dakota. That is $44.55 an hour or $7,722 a month.
- Hourly
- $44.55
- Vs. national median
- -10%
- Rank among states
- 49 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,060
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $77,890Median: $92,660Highest 10%: $107,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $77,890 | $37.45 | |
| 25th | $82,380 | $39.61 | |
| Median | $92,660 | $44.55 | |
| 75th | $103,600 | $49.82 | |
| 90th | $107,900 | $51.86 |
Cities in South Dakota
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Sioux City, IA | $100,400 |
| Rapid City, SD | $94,120 |
| Sioux Falls, SD | $91,470 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for physical therapists.
| 46. Alabama | $97,290 |
| 47. Nebraska | $97,090 |
| 48. West Virginia | $96,600 |
| 49. South Dakota | $92,660 |
| 50. Montana | $91,450 |
| 51. North Dakota | $85,330 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a physical therapist make an hour in South Dakota?
The median hourly pay in South Dakota is $44.55 ($92,660 a year).
Do physical therapists make more in South Dakota than the national average?
No: $92,660 against $102,800 nationally, 10% less.
Where does South Dakota rank for physical therapist pay?
South Dakota ranks 49 of 51 states.
Which city in South Dakota pays physical therapists the most?
Sioux City, IA-NE-SD, with a median of $100,400 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.