PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Advanced Practice Nurse (Nurse Anesthetist)
Veterans Health Administration · Fort Meade, SD
$193k–$279k/ year
CRNA jobs in Rapid City, SD
Pay for CRNAs in South Dakota centers on $107.52 per hour, or about $223,650 a year. The lower quarter earns under $95.06 and the upper quarter over $115+. That is in line with the U.S. median of $107.31 per hour. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Rapid City. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Rapid City.
- $107.52median pay per hour, South Dakota
- $95–$115+typical range per hour
- 89cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
CRNA pay in Rapid City, SD
Nationally the median is $107.31 per hour. BLS counts about 370 nurse anesthetists employed in South Dakota.
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $89.81 | $186,800 | 16% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $95.06 | $197,720 | 11% below U.S. median |
| Median | $107.52 | $223,650 | in line with U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $115+ | $239,200+ | 7% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $115+ | $239,200+ | 7% above U.S. median |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Nurse Anesthetists (SOC 29-1151), all industries. Figures marked $115+ are the BLS top-coded maximum. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
What your pay buys in Rapid City
- Overall prices in Rapid City run 11% below the U.S. average (index 89.2, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 27% below the U.S. average (index 72.6).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
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Estimated weekly gross$3,871
- Per year: $193,536
- Per month: $16,128
- South Dakota has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for South Dakota. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Rapid City
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $122 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $74 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,372 |
| 13-week assignment | $17,836 |
Travel CRNA assignments commonly pay housing and meals stipends. The GSA per diem is the federal benchmark for what those stipends can be tax-free. Whether a stipend is tax-free for you depends on keeping a valid tax home, so confirm with your recruiter and a tax professional. Compare with your offer in the travel pay calculator.
Source: U.S. General Services Administration per diem rates, fiscal year 2026 (average across months).
Open CRNA roles in South Dakota
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Hospitals in Rapid City
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Rapid City, 0 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of CRNAs.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monument Health Rapid City Hospital Rapid City, SD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Black Hills Surgical Hospital Llc Rapid City, SD | Acute care | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Same Day Surgery Center Llc Rapid City, SD | Acute care | For-profit | Not rated | No |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Primary care shortage areas in Pennington County
HRSA lists 4 active primary care shortage designations that include Pennington County (1 population-group, 3 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 18 on a 0 to 25 scale, where a higher score means a greater shortage.
Shortage areas are where demand for nurses, nurse practitioners, physician assistants and other clinicians is greatest. Federal loan repayment programs such as the NHSC and Nurse Corps cover some clinicians who work at eligible shortage-area sites. Eligibility is set by each program and by the site, so ask your recruiter before you plan around it.
Source: HRSA Health Professional Shortage Areas data warehouse, designated areas only. A designation can cover part of a county.
CRNA pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Casper, WY | 177 mi | $87.25/hr | 58,823 |
| Cheyenne, WY | 218 mi | $87.25/hr | 65,704 |
| Bismarck, ND | 224 mi | $112.95/hr | 77,772 |
| Billings, MT | 287 mi | $115+/hr | 121,483 |
| Sioux Falls, SD | 325 mi | $106.26/hr | 209,289 |
| Sioux City, IA | 360 mi | $107.74/hr | 86,875 |
License and tax basics in South Dakota
South Dakota is in the Nurse Licensure Compact, so an RN or LPN/LVN with a multistate license from another compact state can work here without a new license. Nurses whose home state is not in the compact apply for a South Dakota license by endorsement.
South Dakota does not tax wage income at the state level, so take-home pay is higher than the same gross pay in a state that does.
Other healthcare roles in Rapid City
Rapid City city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do CRNAs make in Rapid City, SD?
CRNAs in South Dakota have a median pay of $107.52 per hour, about $223,650 a year. The middle half earn between $95.06 and $115+ per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Where do CRNAs work in Rapid City?
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Rapid City, led by Monument Health Rapid City Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a South Dakota license to work in Rapid City as a CRNA?
South Dakota is in the Nurse Licensure Compact, so an RN or LPN/LVN with a multistate license from another compact state can work here without a new license. Nurses whose home state is not in the compact apply for a South Dakota license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Rapid City in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 4 active primary care shortage designations that include Pennington County. Shortage areas often have more openings, and some loan repayment programs cover clinicians who work at eligible sites.
What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Rapid City?
The federal per diem benchmark in Rapid City is $122 a night for lodging and $74 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,372 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place CRNAs in Rapid City?
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Essentia HealthDuluth, MN · 4 postings$173.59/ hr$142–$200
- MercyWisconsin · 3 postings$152.50/ hr$88–$200
- NewYork-PresbyterianNew York · 7 postings$145.43/ hr$130–$161
- Mass General BrighamSalem, MA · 26 postings$140.62/ hr$67–$200
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Low$90Median$139.42High$191
106 CRNA postings with published pay in the US, 69 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 1 CRNA roles
- Advanced Practice Nurse (Nurse Anesthetist)Permanent$193k–$279k/ year
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