Medical Surgical Nurse Salary Guide: South Dakota
Average Medical Surgical Nurse Salary
Average Medical Surgical Nurse Salary
$28.63/hour
The average salary for a Medical Surgical Nurse in South Dakota is $28.63 per hour. This is 9% lower than the US average of $31.34.
Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
Medical Surgical Nurse salaries in South Dakota compared to National Averages
Medical Surgical Nurse salaries in South Dakota compared to National Averages
$28.63/hour
South Dakota
9% lower than the US average.
$31.34/hour
United States
What cities in South Dakota pay the most for Med Surg Nurses?
What cities in South Dakota pay the most for Med Surg Nurses?
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Rapid City, South Dakota | $29 | $38 |
| Sioux Falls, South Dakota | $29 | $38 |
How does the pay for Med Surg Nurses in South Dakota compare to nearby states?
How does the pay for Med Surg Nurses in South Dakota compare to nearby states?
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | $67 | $70 |
| Colorado | $37 | $40 |
| Missouri | $33 | $36 |
| Kansas | $31 | $36 |
| North Dakota | $30 | $38 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Medical Surgical Nurse jobs in South Dakota?
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Medical Surgical Nurse jobs in South Dakota?
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $30 | $30 |
Last updated on February 19, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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