Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse Salary Guide: South Dakota
Average Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse Salary
$40.10/hour
The average salary for a Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse in South Dakota is $40.10 per hour. This is 15% lower than the US average of $46.20.
Last updated on April 24, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse salaries in South Dakota compared to National Averages
$40.10/hour
South Dakota
15% lower than the US average.
$46.20/hour
United States
What cities in South Dakota pay the most for Med Surg/Telemetry Nurses?
Only Sioux Falls, South Dakota reports pay data for Med Surg/Telemetry Nurses, averaging $29 per hour. Sioux Falls, South Dakota also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $38. For comparison, the South Dakota average for Med Surg/Telemetry Nurses is $40 per hour — Sioux Falls, South Dakota pays 28% less.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Sioux Falls, South Dakota | $29 | $38 |
How does the pay for Med Surg/Telemetry Nurses in South Dakota compare to nearby states?
Minnesota pays Med Surg/Telemetry Nurses the most, averaging $63 per hour, followed by Colorado ($55) and Kansas ($49). Minnesota also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $70. For comparison, the South Dakota average for Med Surg/Telemetry Nurses is $40 per hour — Minnesota pays 57% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | $63 | $70 |
| Colorado | $55 | $63 |
| Kansas | $49 | $59 |
| North Dakota | $39 | $39 |
Last updated on April 24, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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