How much does a recreational therapist make in South Dakota?
$46,850a year
Median yearly pay for recreational therapists in South Dakota. That is $22.52 an hour or $3,904 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.52
- Vs. national median
- -24%
- Rank among states
- 45 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 40
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $41,390Median: $46,850Highest 10%: $83,780
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $41,390 | $19.90 | |
| 25th | $42,130 | $20.25 | |
| Median | $46,850 | $22.52 | |
| 75th | $60,000 | $28.85 | |
| 90th | $83,780 | $40.28 |
Cities in South Dakota
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for recreational therapists.
| 42. New Mexico | $49,210 |
| 43. West Virginia | $49,010 |
| 44. South Carolina | $48,880 |
| 45. South Dakota | $46,850 |
| 46. Arkansas | $42,670 |
| 47. Kansas | $40,010 |
| 48. Mississippi | $39,560 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a recreational therapist make an hour in South Dakota?
The median hourly pay in South Dakota is $22.52 ($46,850 a year).
Do recreational therapists make more in South Dakota than the national average?
No: $46,850 against $61,960 nationally, 24% less.
Where does South Dakota rank for recreational therapist 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.