Surgical Stepdown Nurse Salary Guide: South Dakota
Average Surgical Stepdown Nurse Salary
$40.84/hour
The average salary for a Surgical Stepdown Nurse in South Dakota is $40.84 per hour. This is 25% lower than the US average of $51.14.
Last updated on November 12, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Surgical Stepdown Nurse salaries in South Dakota compared to National Averages
$40.84/hour
South Dakota
25% lower than the US average.
$51.14/hour
United States
How does the pay for Surgical Stepdown Nurses in South Dakota compare to nearby states?
Colorado pays Surgical Stepdown Nurses the most, averaging $56 per hour, followed by Missouri ($52) and Kansas ($44). Colorado also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $63. For comparison, the South Dakota average for Registered Nurses is $41 per hour — Colorado pays 36% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | $56 | $63 |
| Missouri | $52 | $62 |
| Kansas | $44 | $47 |
Last updated on November 12, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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