Respiratory Therapist salary in South Dakota
Respiratory Therapists in South Dakota earn a median of $31.12 per hour, about $64,720 a year, 20% below the U.S. median of $38.68. The middle half earn between $25.70 and $34.97 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $31.12median pay per hour
- $64,720median pay per year
- 380employed in South Dakota
- #48of 50 states by median pay
Respiratory Therapist pay in South Dakota: percentiles
| Level | South Dakota per hour | South Dakota per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $22.44 | $46,680 | $29.76 |
| Lower quartile | $25.70 | $53,460 | $32.89 |
| Median | $31.12 | $64,720 | $38.68 |
| Upper quartile | $34.97 | $72,740 | $45.93 |
| Top 10% | $38.38 | $79,830 | $52.32 |
Respiratory Therapist 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 | $29.43 | $61,210 | 260 | 5% below | $32.47 |
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).
Respiratory Therapist pay in states next to South Dakota
| State | Median / hr | Median / year | Compared with South Dakota |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iowa | $33.07 | $68,790 | 6% above South Dakota |
| Minnesota | $42.33 | $88,040 | 36% above South Dakota |
| Montana | $38.92 | $80,950 | 25% above South Dakota |
| North Dakota | $36.86 | $76,660 | 18% above South Dakota |
| Nebraska | $37.92 | $78,880 | 22% above South Dakota |
| Wyoming | $36.49 | $75,900 | 17% above South Dakota |
What employers are posting in South Dakota
- 5roles with published pay
- $36.62median pay per hour
- $28–$44typical published range
- 1employers hiring
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Avera Health | 5 | $36.62 |
Midpoints of pay ranges in 5 postings collected October 15, 2026. Posted pay is a different measure from the BLS survey above and can run higher or lower.
Respiratory Therapist jobs in South Dakota · Respiratory Therapist salary nationwide · South Dakota state guide
Common questions
How much does a respiratory therapist make in South Dakota?
The median is $31.12 per hour, about $64,720 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $22.44 and the top 10% earn over $38.38 (BLS, May 2024).
Where does South Dakota rank for respiratory therapist pay?
South Dakota ranks 48th of 50 states by median respiratory therapist 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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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Avera HealthAberdeen, SD · 5 postings$36.62/ hr$18–$44
- CommonSpirit HealthSACRAMENTO, CA · 8 postings$56.70/ hr$47–$71
- MultiCareTacoma, WA · 18 postings$54.16/ hr$29–$68
- Fairview Health ServicesGrand Rapids, MN · 7 postings$53.34/ hr$36–$63
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2What they are offering now
5 RT postings with published pay in South Dakota, 1 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 5 RT roles
- Respiratory Therapy AidePermanent$18.00–$23.50/ hour
- Respiratory Therapist | PRNPer diem$29.25–$44.00/ hour
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