How much does a veterinarian make in South Dakota?
$88,650a year
Median yearly pay for veterinarians in South Dakota. That is $42.62 an hour or $7,388 a month.
- Hourly
- $42.62
- Vs. national median
- -32%
- Rank among states
- 49 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 280
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $61,640Median: $88,650Highest 10%: $128,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $61,640 | $29.63 | |
| 25th | $74,860 | $35.99 | |
| Median | $88,650 | $42.62 | |
| 75th | $114,400 | $55.00 | |
| 90th | $128,900 | $61.98 |
Cities in South Dakota
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Sioux Falls, SD | $98,320 |
| Rapid City, SD | $90,410 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for veterinarians.
| 46. Montana | $99,390 |
| 47. Oklahoma | $98,090 |
| 48. Wyoming | $97,240 |
| 49. South Dakota | $88,650 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a veterinarian make an hour in South Dakota?
The median hourly pay in South Dakota is $42.62 ($88,650 a year).
Do veterinarians make more in South Dakota than the national average?
No: $88,650 against $130,100 nationally, 32% less.
Where does South Dakota rank for veterinarian pay?
South Dakota ranks 49 of 49 states.
Which city in South Dakota pays veterinarians the most?
Sioux Falls, SD-MN, with a median of $98,320 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.