Travel Surgical Stepdown Nurse Salary Guide: South Dakota
Average Travel Surgical Stepdown Nurse Salary
$2,791/week
The average salary for a Travel Surgical Stepdown Nurse in South Dakota is $2,791 per week. This is 17% higher than the US average of $2,310.
Last updated on November 12, 2026. Based on 574 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days.
Travel Surgical Stepdown Nurse salaries in South Dakota compared to National Averages
$2,791/week
South Dakota
17% higher than the US average.
$2,310/week
United States
Average Travel Surgical Stepdown Nurse Weekly Pay Over Time
What cities in South Dakota pay the most for Travel Surgical Stepdown Nurses?
Rapid City, South Dakota pays Travel Surgical Stepdown Nurses the most, averaging $2,843 per week, followed by Sioux Falls, South Dakota ($2,752). Sioux Falls, South Dakota has the highest ceiling, with max weekly pay reaching $3,764. For comparison, the South Dakota average for Travel Surgical Stepdown Nurses is $2,791 per week — Rapid City, South Dakota pays 2% more.
| City | Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Rapid City, South Dakota | $2,843 | $3,487 |
| Sioux Falls, South Dakota | $2,752 | $3,764 |
How does the pay for Travel Surgical Stepdown Nurses in South Dakota compare to nearby states?
Minnesota pays Travel Surgical Stepdown Nurses the most, averaging $2,556 per week, followed by North Dakota ($2,447) and Nebraska ($2,383). Minnesota also has the highest ceiling, with max weekly pay reaching $4,694. For comparison, the South Dakota average for Travel Surgical Stepdown Nurses is $2,791 per week — Minnesota pays 8% less.
| Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | $2,556 | $4,694 |
| North Dakota | $2,447 | $3,587 |
| Nebraska | $2,383 | $3,360 |
| Iowa | $2,317 | $3,451 |
| Montana | $2,288 | $3,087 |
| Missouri | $2,288 | $3,763 |
| Kansas | $2,181 | $3,650 |
| Colorado | $2,171 | $3,600 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Travel Surgical Stepdown Nurse jobs in South Dakota?
Refined Medical Staffing pays Travel Surgical Stepdown Nurses the most, averaging $3,350 per week, followed by ADN Healthcare ($3,286) and Seven Healthcare ($3,225). ADN Healthcare has the highest ceiling, with max weekly pay reaching $3,720. For comparison, the South Dakota average for Travel Surgical Stepdown Nurses is $2,791 per week — Refined Medical Staffing pays 20% more.
| Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Refined Medical Staffing | $3,350 | $3,350 |
| ADN Healthcare | $3,286 | $3,720 |
| Seven Healthcare | $3,225 | $3,700 |
| Staffmax Healthcare | $3,147 | $3,147 |
| Tripod Partners USA | $3,103 | $3,103 |
| Wellspring Nurse Source | $3,043 | $3,441 |
| Reliable Nurse Staffing | $3,017 | $3,360 |
| Vibra Travels | $3,012 | $3,224 |
| Genie Healthcare | $2,982 | $3,216 |
| American Traveler | $2,980 | $3,414 |
Last updated on November 12, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
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PCU RN
- Sioux Falls, South Dakota
- Avera McKennan Hospital & University Health Center
- AHS Staffing and 12 others
UP TO $2,635/wk
Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
- Sioux Falls, SD
- Wellspring Nurse Source
- 4x12 hrs, Nights
$3,363/week
Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
- Rapid City, SD
- Focus Staff
- 4x12 hrs, Nights
$3,012/week
Progressive Care Unit (PCU) RN
- Rapid City, SD
- Care Career
- 4x12 hrs, Days
- Referral Bonus
$2,999/week
Progressive Care Unit (PCU) RN
- Rapid City, SD
- Care Career
- 4x12 hrs, Days
- Referral Bonus
$2,999/week
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