Physical Therapist Salary Guide: South Dakota

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Average Physical Therapist Salary

$47.95/hour

The average salary for a Physical Therapist in South Dakota is $47.95 per hour. This is 14% lower than the US average of $54.52.

Last updated on November 11, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Physical Therapist salaries in South Dakota compared to National Averages

$47.95/hour

South Dakota

14% lower than the US average.

$54.52/hour

United States

How does the pay for Physical Therapists in South Dakota compare to nearby states?

Minnesota pays Physical Therapists the most, averaging $67 per hour, followed by Missouri ($63) and Colorado ($57). Minnesota also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $73. For comparison, the South Dakota average for Therapists is $48 per hour — Minnesota pays 41% more.

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Minnesota	$67	$73
Missouri	$63	$65
Colorado	$57	$62
Kansas	$51	$55
Iowa	$44	$52

What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Physical Therapist jobs in South Dakota?

Only CloudinfraIT Inc reports pay data for Physical Therapists, averaging $50 per hour. For comparison, the South Dakota average for Therapists is $48 per hour — CloudinfraIT Inc pays 4% more.

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
CloudinfraIT Inc	$50	$50

Last updated on November 11, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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