Oncology Nurse Salary Guide: South Dakota
Average Oncology Nurse Salary
$28.63/hour
The average salary for an Oncology Nurse in South Dakota is $28.63 per hour. This is 81% lower than the US average of $51.75.
Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
Oncology Nurse salaries in South Dakota compared to National Averages
$28.63/hour
South Dakota
81% lower than the US average.
$51.75/hour
United States
How does the pay for Oncology Nurses in South Dakota compare to nearby states?
Colorado pays Oncology Nurses the most, averaging $56 per hour, followed by Minnesota ($35). Colorado also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $67. For comparison, the South Dakota average for Registered Nurses is $29 per hour — Colorado pays 96% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | $56 | $67 |
| Minnesota | $35 | $40 |
Last updated on October 3, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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