How much does a respiratory therapist make in South Dakota?
$68,240a year
Median yearly pay for respiratory therapists in South Dakota. That is $32.81 an hour or $5,687 a month.
- Hourly
- $32.81
- Vs. national median
- -17%
- Rank among states
- 49 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 430
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $48,530Median: $68,240Highest 10%: $88,830
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $48,530 | $23.33 | |
| 25th | $62,010 | $29.81 | |
| Median | $68,240 | $32.81 | |
| 75th | $79,370 | $38.16 | |
| 90th | $88,830 | $42.71 |
Cities in South Dakota
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Sioux City, IA | $63,800 |
| Sioux Falls, SD | $63,630 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for respiratory therapists.
| 46. Tennessee | $72,140 |
| 47. New Mexico | $68,870 |
| 48. West Virginia | $68,670 |
| 49. South Dakota | $68,240 |
| 50. Alabama | $66,150 |
| 51. Mississippi | $63,270 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a respiratory therapist make an hour in South Dakota?
The median hourly pay in South Dakota is $32.81 ($68,240 a year).
Do respiratory therapists make more in South Dakota than the national average?
No: $68,240 against $82,280 nationally, 17% less.
Where does South Dakota rank for respiratory therapist pay?
South Dakota ranks 49 of 51 states.
Which city in South Dakota pays respiratory therapists the most?
Sioux City, IA-NE-SD, with a median of $63,800 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.