Nurse Informaticist jobs in Rapid City, SD
The median nurse informaticist pay in the Rapid City area is $33.42 per hour ($69,510 a year), with the typical range running from $29.60 to $40.69. That ranks 363rd of 379 U.S. metro areas for nurse informaticist pay, and 327th of 335 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Rapid City. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Rapid City.
- $33.42median pay per hour, Rapid City
- $30–$41typical range per hour
- 2,600nurse informaticists employed in the metro area
- 89cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Nurse Informaticist pay in Rapid City, SD
The metro median is in line with the South Dakota statewide median of $33.42 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.00 per hour. BLS counts about 2,600 registered nurses employed in the Rapid City metro area, 36.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.70).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $27.49 | $57,180 | 39% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $29.60 | $61,570 | 34% below U.S. median |
| Median | $33.42 | $69,510 | 26% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $40.69 | $84,640 | 10% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $44.54 | $92,640 | 1% below U.S. median |
How Rapid City ranks
- 363rd of 379 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 327th of 335 after adjusting for local prices
BLS does not publish a separate figure for nurse informaticist. These numbers are for the broader category it belongs to, Registered Nurses.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Registered Nurses (SOC 29-1141), all industries. 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).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $33.42 median hour buys what $37.48 buys at the national price level, 17% below the national median.
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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- Per year: $60,156
- Per month: $5,013
- South Dakota has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Rapid City metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Rapid City
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Rapid City.
| 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.
Nurse Informaticist pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Casper, WY | 177 mi | $38.89/hr | 58,823 |
| Cheyenne, WY | 218 mi | $48.01/hr | 65,704 |
| Bismarck, ND | 224 mi | $37.52/hr | 77,772 |
| Billings, MT | 287 mi | $41.15/hr | 121,483 |
| Sioux Falls, SD | 325 mi | $33.12/hr | 209,289 |
| Sioux City, IA | 360 mi | $33.26/hr | 86,875 |
Nurse Informaticist jobs in South Dakota · Nurse Informaticist jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in South Dakota
Nurse informaticists connect clinical practice and health IT, improving workflows and EHR tools.
- Active RN license
- Clinical experience plus informatics training or certification
- EHR build or analyst experience
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 nurse informaticists make in Rapid City, SD?
Nurse Informaticists in the Rapid City metro area have a median pay of $33.42 per hour, about $69,510 a year. The middle half earn between $29.60 and $40.69 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Rapid City a good place for nurse informaticists once cost of living is counted?
Rapid City ranks 327th of 335 metro areas for nurse informaticist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 363rd of 379 before adjusting. Overall prices run 11% below the U.S. average.
Where do nurse informaticists 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 nurse informaticist?
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.
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Yes. We place healthcare staff in Rapid City and across South Dakota. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Rapid City.
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- Denver HealthDenver, CO · 1 posting$152.07/ hr$138–$167
- Stanford Children's HealthMENLO PARK, CA · 1 posting$101.46/ hr$90–$113
- CommonSpirit HealthLOS ANGELES, CA · 1 posting$67.81/ hr$55–$81
- CommonSpirit HealthTACOMA, WA · 1 posting$62.82/ hr$47–$78
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