Per diemPosted 30+ days ago
Sonographer | PRN
Avera Health · Sioux Falls, SD
$32.25–$48.50/ hour
Top 25% pay
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer jobs in Sioux Falls, SD
Diagnostic Medical Sonographers in the Sioux Falls area earn a median of $37.27 per hour, about $77,530 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $27.84 and $37.55. That ranks 212th of 267 U.S. metro areas for diagnostic medical sonographer pay, and 173rd of 248 once local prices are factored in. 2 open roles with published pay are listed for Sioux Falls. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Sioux Falls.
- $37.27median pay per hour, Sioux Falls
- $28–$38typical range per hour
- 240employed in the metro area
- 2open roles with published pay
Open Diagnostic Medical Sonographer roles in Sioux Falls
Per diemPosted 30+ days ago
Sonographer | Maternal Fetal | PRN
Avera Health · Sioux Falls, SD
$30.75–$46.25/ hour
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The metro median is 4% above the South Dakota statewide median of $36.00 per hour. Nationally the median is $42.95 per hour. BLS counts about 240 diagnostic medical sonographers employed in the Sioux Falls metro area, 1.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 2.41).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $18.84 | $39,190 | 56% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $27.84 | $57,910 | 35% below U.S. median |
| Median | $37.27 | $77,530 | 13% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $37.55 | $78,100 | 13% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $45.46 | $94,560 | 6% above U.S. median |
How Sioux Falls ranks
- 212th of 267 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 173rd of 248 after adjusting for local prices
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.
What your pay buys in Sioux Falls
- Overall prices in Sioux Falls run 9% below the U.S. average (index 90.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 22% below the U.S. average (index 77.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $37.27 median hour buys what $41.12 buys at the national price level, 4% 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.
Estimate your Sioux Falls paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,342
- Per year: $67,086
- Per month: $5,590
- South Dakota has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Sioux Falls metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Sioux Falls
| 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 Sioux Falls
CMS lists 6 hospitals in Sioux Falls, 4 of the 4 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of diagnostic medical sonographers.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avera Heart Hospital Of South Dakota Sioux Falls, SD | Acute care | For-profit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Sanford Usd Medical Center Sioux Falls, SD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Sioux Falls Va Medical Center Sioux Falls, SD | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Avera Mckennan Hospital & University Health Center Sioux Falls, SD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Lifescape Sioux Falls, SD | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
| Sioux Falls Specialty Hospital Sioux Falls, 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.
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sioux City, IA | 74 mi | $40.33/hr | 86,875 |
| Omaha, NE | 161 mi | $38.38/hr | 489,265 |
| Council Bluffs, IA | 165 mi | $38.38/hr | 62,665 |
| Bellevue, NE | 170 mi | $38.38/hr | 64,777 |
| Eden Prairie, MN | 186 mi | $50.00/hr | 62,905 |
| St. Cloud, MN | 186 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 Sioux Falls, SD?
Diagnostic Medical Sonographers in the Sioux Falls metro area have a median pay of $37.27 per hour, about $77,530 a year. The middle half earn between $27.84 and $37.55 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Sioux Falls a good place for diagnostic medical sonographers once cost of living is counted?
Sioux Falls ranks 173rd of 248 metro areas for diagnostic medical sonographer pay after adjusting for local prices, and 212th of 267 before adjusting. Overall prices run 9% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring diagnostic medical sonographers in Sioux Falls?
We list 2 open roles with published pay from 1 employer in Sioux Falls. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Sioux Falls.
Do I need a South Dakota license to work in Sioux Falls 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 Sioux Falls?
The federal per diem benchmark in Sioux Falls 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 Sioux Falls?
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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
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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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