How much does a psychologist make in South Dakota?
$132,200a year
Median yearly pay for psychologists in South Dakota. That is $63.54 an hour or $11,010 a month.
- Hourly
- $63.54
- Vs. national median
- +19%
- Rank among states
- 16 of 42
- Jobs in the state
- 30
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $33,880Median: $132,200Highest 10%: $168,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $33,880 | $16.29 | |
| 25th | $108,700 | $52.27 | |
| Median | $132,200 | $63.54 | |
| 75th | $153,900 | $74.01 | |
| 90th | $168,100 | $80.81 |
Cities in South Dakota
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for psychologists.
| 13. Missouri | $134,900 |
| 14. Florida | $134,700 |
| 15. New Jersey | $132,200 |
| 16. South Dakota | $132,200 |
| 17. Ohio | $132,100 |
| 18. Nebraska | $131,600 |
| 19. Rhode Island | $131,000 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a psychologist make an hour in South Dakota?
The median hourly pay in South Dakota is $63.54 ($132,200 a year).
Do psychologists make more in South Dakota than the national average?
Yes: $132,200 against $110,800 nationally, 19% more.
Where does South Dakota rank for psychologist pay?
South Dakota ranks 16 of 42 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.