Per diemPosted 16 days ago
Radiology Technologist or Sonographer or MRI Technologist, or CT Technologist | PRN
Avera Health · Pierre, SD
$26.75–$51.25/ hour
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer jobs in Pierre, SD
The median diagnostic medical sonographer pay in South Dakota is $36.00 per hour ($74,880 a year), with the typical range running from $27.84 to $39.50. 5 open roles with published pay are listed for Pierre. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Pierre. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Pierre.
- $36.00median pay per hour, South Dakota
- $28–$40typical range per hour
- 5open roles with published pay
Open Diagnostic Medical Sonographer roles in Pierre
PermanentPosted 16 days ago
Radiology Technologist or Sonographer or CT Technologist or MRI Technologist
Avera Health · Pierre, SD
$26.75–$51.25/ hour
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Per diemPosted 29 days ago
Sonographer | PRN
Avera Health · Pierre, SD
$32.25–$48.50/ hour
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PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Flex Sonographer
Avera Health · Pierre, SD
$40.00–$40.00/ hour
Per diemPosted 30+ days ago
Sonographer | Clinic OB/GYN | PRN
Avera Health · Pierre, SD
$30.75–$46.25/ hour
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Nationally the median is $42.95 per hour. BLS counts about 380 diagnostic medical sonographers employed in South Dakota.
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $23.63 | $49,150 | 45% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $27.84 | $57,910 | 35% below U.S. median |
| Median | $36.00 | $74,880 | 16% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $39.50 | $82,160 | 8% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $44.14 | $91,810 | 3% above U.S. median |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (SOC 29-2032), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
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Estimated weekly gross$1,296
- Per year: $64,800
- Per month: $5,400
- 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 Pierre
| 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 diagnostic medical sonographer 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 Pierre
CMS lists 1 hospital in Pierre, 0 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of diagnostic medical sonographers.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avera St Mary's Hospital Pierre, SD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rapid City, SD | 145 mi | $36.00/hr | 79,894 |
| Bismarck, ND | 170 mi | $38.27/hr | 77,772 |
| Sioux Falls, SD | 188 mi | $37.27/hr | 209,289 |
| Sioux City, IA | 236 mi | $40.33/hr | 86,875 |
| Fargo, ND | 241 mi | $40.32/hr | 136,285 |
| St. Cloud, MN | 311 mi | $40.89/hr | 72,145 |
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer jobs in South Dakota · Diagnostic Medical Sonographer jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in South Dakota
ARDMS or equivalent credential (RDMS, RDCS, RVT). 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.
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Common questions
How much do diagnostic medical sonographers make in Pierre, SD?
Diagnostic Medical Sonographers in South Dakota have a median pay of $36.00 per hour, about $74,880 a year. The middle half earn between $27.84 and $39.50 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Who is hiring diagnostic medical sonographers in Pierre?
We list 5 open roles with published pay from 1 employer in Pierre. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Pierre.
Do I need a South Dakota license to work in Pierre as a diagnostic medical sonographer?
ARDMS or equivalent credential (RDMS, RDCS, RVT). 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.
What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Pierre?
The federal per diem benchmark in Pierre 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 diagnostic medical sonographers in Pierre?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Pierre and across South Dakota. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Pierre.
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Avera HealthPierre, SD · 10 postings$40.19/ hr$27–$51
- Seattle Children'sSeattle, WA · 5 postings$73.71/ hr$56–$91
- MarinHealthGreenbrae, CA · 3 postings$71.30/ hr$57–$99
- CommonSpirit HealthOXNARD, CA · 5 postings$69.06/ hr$58–$83
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published. Request your South Dakota list
2What they are offering now
Low$30Median$40.19High$51
10 Sonographer postings with published pay in South Dakota, 3 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 10 Sonographer roles
- Radiology Technologist or Sonographer or MRI Technologist, or CT Technologist | PRNPer diem$26.75–$51.25/ hour
- Radiology Technologist or Sonographer or CT Technologist or MRI TechnologistPermanent$26.75–$51.25/ hour
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