Medical Laboratory Scientist salary in South Dakota
Medical Laboratory Scientists in South Dakota earn a median of $27.66 per hour, about $57,540 a year, 7% below the U.S. median of $29.75. The middle half earn between $21.85 and $33.80 per hour. The highest median among South Dakota metro areas is in Sioux Falls, SD-MN, at $26.86 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $27.66median pay per hour
- $57,540median pay per year
- 1,290employed in South Dakota
- #36of 50 states by median pay
Medical Laboratory Scientist pay in South Dakota: percentiles
| Level | South Dakota per hour | South Dakota per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $16.34 | $33,990 | $18.28 |
| Lower quartile | $21.85 | $45,450 | $22.39 |
| Median | $27.66 | $57,540 | $29.75 |
| Upper quartile | $33.80 | $70,300 | $38.46 |
| Top 10% | $37.60 | $78,210 | $47.11 |
Medical Laboratory Scientist pay by metro area in South Dakota
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs South Dakota median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sioux Falls, SD-MN | $26.86 | $55,870 | 670 | 3% below | $29.64 |
| Rapid City, SD | $25.53 | $53,110 | 200 | 8% below | $28.63 |
Metro areas with 30 or more workers in the BLS sample. After cost of living divides the median by the BEA regional price index (U.S. = 100).
Medical Laboratory Scientist pay in states next to South Dakota
| State | Median / hr | Median / year | Compared with South Dakota |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iowa | $26.23 | $54,560 | 5% below South Dakota |
| Minnesota | $35.98 | $74,840 | 30% above South Dakota |
| Montana | $31.39 | $65,290 | 13% above South Dakota |
| North Dakota | $29.71 | $61,790 | 7% above South Dakota |
| Nebraska | $30.02 | $62,430 | 9% above South Dakota |
| Wyoming | $31.40 | $65,320 | 14% above South Dakota |
What employers are posting in South Dakota
- 4roles with published pay
- $34median pay per hour
- $24–$45typical published range
- 1employers hiring
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Avera Health | 4 | $34 |
Midpoints of pay ranges in 4 postings collected October 15, 2026. Posted pay is a different measure from the BLS survey above and can run higher or lower.
Medical Laboratory Scientist jobs in South Dakota · Medical Laboratory Scientist salary nationwide · South Dakota state guide
Common questions
How much does a medical laboratory scientist make in South Dakota?
The median is $27.66 per hour, about $57,540 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $16.34 and the top 10% earn over $37.60 (BLS, May 2024).
Which South Dakota city pays medical laboratory scientists the most?
Among South Dakota metro areas, Sioux Falls, SD-MN has the highest median at $26.86 per hour. See the metro table for the rest and for pay after cost of living.
Where does South Dakota rank for medical laboratory scientist pay?
South Dakota ranks 36th of 50 states by median medical laboratory scientist pay.
Is this the same as the pay in job postings?
No. BLS figures come from a survey of employers and cover all workers in the occupation. Posted pay is the range an employer lists on one open role. Both are useful: use the survey for the market and the posting for a specific job.
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- Avera HealthAberdeen, SD · 4 postings$34.00/ hr$23–$48
- Sanford HealthBrandon, SD · 3 wage offers$32.99/ hr$25–$33
- Sanford HealthSioux Falls, SD · 3 wage offers$31.96/ hr$25–$35
- SanfordSioux Falls, SD · 5 wage offers$31.43/ hr$20–$36
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4 Lab Scientist 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.
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