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Registered Nurse (RN), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Medical Assistant (MA) | Cardiology Clinic
Avera Health · Aberdeen, SD
$20.00–$41.25/ hour
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Medical Assistant jobs in Aberdeen, SD
The median medical assistant pay in South Dakota is $18.92 per hour ($39,350 a year), with the typical range running from $17.37 to $21.42. 3 open roles with published pay are listed for Aberdeen. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Aberdeen. The free report below lists employers near Aberdeen and what they pay.
- $18.92median pay per hour, South Dakota
- $17–$21typical range per hour
- 3open roles with published pay
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PermanentPosted 16 days ago
Registered Nurse (RN), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Medical Assistant (MA) | Nephrology
Avera Health · Aberdeen, SD
$20.00–$41.25/ hour
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Registered Nurse (RN), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Medical Assistant (MA) | Family Medicine
Avera Health · Aberdeen, SD
$20.00–$41.25/ hour
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Get my free pay reportMedical Assistant pay in Aberdeen, SD
Nationally the median is $21.25 per hour. BLS counts about 1,170 medical assistants employed in South Dakota.
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $15.12 | $31,450 | 29% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $17.37 | $36,130 | 18% below U.S. median |
| Median | $18.92 | $39,350 | 11% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $21.42 | $44,550 | 1% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $23.00 | $47,840 | 8% above U.S. median |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Medical Assistants (SOC 31-9092), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
Estimate your Aberdeen paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$681
- Per year: $34,056
- Per month: $2,838
- 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 Aberdeen
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $110 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $68 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,246 |
| 13-week assignment | $16,198 |
Travel medical assistant assignments commonly pay housing and meals stipends. The GSA per diem is the federal benchmark for what those stipends can be tax-free (this is the standard rate that applies here). 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).
Hospitals in Aberdeen
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Aberdeen, 2 of the 2 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of medical assistants.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avera St Lukes Aberdeen, SD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Sanford Medical Center Aberdeen Aberdeen, SD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Primary care shortage areas in Brown County
HRSA lists 1 active primary care shortage designation that include Brown County (1 population-group). The highest-scoring one rates 15 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.
Medical Assistant pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fargo, ND | 125 mi | $21.87/hr | 136,285 |
| Bismarck, ND | 144 mi | $22.00/hr | 77,772 |
| Sioux Falls, SD | 158 mi | $19.50/hr | 209,289 |
| Grand Forks, ND | 182 mi | $18.85/hr | 59,845 |
| St. Cloud, MN | 208 mi | $22.47/hr | 72,145 |
| Sioux City, IA | 230 mi | $19.67/hr | 86,875 |
Medical Assistant jobs in South Dakota · Medical Assistant jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in South Dakota
Medical assistant program or equivalent experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what South Dakota requires for your role with the South Dakota licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
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 Aberdeen
Aberdeen city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do medical assistants make in Aberdeen, SD?
Medical Assistants in South Dakota have a median pay of $18.92 per hour, about $39,350 a year. The middle half earn between $17.37 and $21.42 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Who is hiring medical assistants in Aberdeen?
We list 3 open roles with published pay from 1 employer in Aberdeen. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Aberdeen.
Do I need a South Dakota license to work in Aberdeen as a medical assistant?
Medical assistant program or equivalent experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what South Dakota requires for your role with the South Dakota licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Aberdeen in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 1 active primary care shortage designation that include Brown 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 Aberdeen?
The federal per diem benchmark in Aberdeen is $110 a night for lodging and $68 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,246 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place medical assistants in Aberdeen?
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Avera HealthSioux Falls, SD · 21 postings$30.62/ hr$18–$41
- Monument HealthRapid City, SD · 13 postings$24.59/ hr$20–$29
- Seattle Children'sSeattle, WA · 11 postings$33.96/ hr$27–$41
- CommonSpirit HealthSeattle, WA · 21 postings$31.77/ hr$26–$42
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2What they are offering now
Low$20Median$24.59High$41
34 Medical Assistant postings with published pay in South Dakota, 27 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 34 Medical Assistant roles
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