How much does a preschool teacher make in South Dakota?
$44,500a year
Median yearly pay for preschool teachers in South Dakota. That is $21.39 an hour or $3,708 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.39
- Vs. national median
- +17%
- Rank among states
- 16 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,470
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $30,980Median: $44,500Highest 10%: $56,370
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $30,980 | $14.89 | |
| 25th | $34,830 | $16.75 | |
| Median | $44,500 | $21.39 | |
| 75th | $48,260 | $23.20 | |
| 90th | $56,370 | $27.10 |
Cities in South Dakota
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Rapid City, SD | $46,620 |
| Sioux Falls, SD | $46,370 |
| Sioux City, IA | $37,840 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for preschool teachers.
| 13. Colorado | $45,500 |
| 14. Oregon | $45,140 |
| 15. Maryland | $44,600 |
| 16. South Dakota | $44,500 |
| 17. New Mexico | $44,070 |
| 18. Georgia | $43,920 |
| 19. Maine | $43,890 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a preschool teacher make an hour in South Dakota?
The median hourly pay in South Dakota is $21.39 ($44,500 a year).
Do preschool teachers make more in South Dakota than the national average?
Yes: $44,500 against $38,140 nationally, 17% more.
Where does South Dakota rank for preschool teacher pay?
South Dakota ranks 16 of 51 states.
Which city in South Dakota pays preschool teachers the most?
Rapid City, SD, with a median of $46,620 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.