How much does a sociology teacher make in South Dakota?
$64,210a year
Median yearly pay for sociology teachers in South Dakota. That is $30.87 an hour or $5,351 a month.
- Hourly
- $30.87
- Vs. national median
- -24%
- Rank among states
- 43 of 46
- Jobs in the state
- 40
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $50,750Median: $64,210Highest 10%: $91,260
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $50,750 | $24.40 | |
| 25th | $58,380 | $28.07 | |
| Median | $64,210 | $30.87 | |
| 75th | $78,870 | $37.92 | |
| 90th | $91,260 | $43.88 |
Cities in South Dakota
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for sociology teachers.
| 40. Alabama | $73,670 |
| 41. Mississippi | $70,860 |
| 42. Oklahoma | $64,900 |
| 43. South Dakota | $64,210 |
| 44. Florida | $63,470 |
| 45. Arkansas | $62,390 |
| 46. Kentucky | $61,260 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a sociology teacher make an hour in South Dakota?
The median hourly pay in South Dakota is $30.87 ($64,210 a year).
Do sociology teachers make more in South Dakota than the national average?
No: $64,210 against $84,290 nationally, 24% less.
Where does South Dakota rank for sociology teacher pay?
South Dakota ranks 43 of 46 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.