How much does a substitute teacher make in South Dakota?
$27,840a year
Median yearly pay for substitute teachers in South Dakota. That is $13.38 an hour or $2,320 a month.
- Hourly
- $13.38
- Vs. national median
- -33%
- Rank among states
- 45 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 1,610
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $25,560Median: $27,840Highest 10%: $34,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $25,560 | $12.29 | |
| 25th | $26,220 | $12.61 | |
| Median | $27,840 | $13.38 | |
| 75th | $30,310 | $14.57 | |
| 90th | $34,700 | $16.68 |
Cities in South Dakota
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Sioux City, IA | $46,530 |
| Sioux Falls, SD | $30,310 |
| Rapid City, SD | $28,550 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for substitute teachers.
| 42. Tennessee | $29,500 |
| 43. Arkansas | $29,230 |
| 44. Montana | $28,050 |
| 45. South Dakota | $27,840 |
| 46. Louisiana | $27,370 |
| 47. Alabama | $25,340 |
| 48. Nevada | $24,960 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a substitute teacher make an hour in South Dakota?
The median hourly pay in South Dakota is $13.38 ($27,840 a year).
Do substitute teachers make more in South Dakota than the national average?
No: $27,840 against $41,670 nationally, 33% less.
Where does South Dakota rank for substitute teacher pay?
South Dakota ranks 45 of 50 states.
Which city in South Dakota pays substitute teachers the most?
Sioux City, IA-NE-SD, with a median of $46,530 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.