Therapist Salary Guide: South Dakota
Average Therapist Salary
$47.95/hour
The average salary for a Therapist in South Dakota is $47.95 per hour. This is 13% lower than the US average of $54.02.
Last updated on November 11, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Therapist salaries in South Dakota compared to National Averages
$47.95/hour
South Dakota
13% lower than the US average.
$54.02/hour
United States
How does the pay for Therapists in South Dakota compare to nearby states?
Minnesota pays Therapists the most, averaging $70 per hour, followed by Missouri ($58) and Kansas ($51). 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 47% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | $70 | $73 |
| Missouri | $58 | $65 |
| Kansas | $51 | $55 |
| Iowa | $50 | $58 |
| Colorado | $49 | $62 |
| Utah | $47 | $47 |
| Montana | $44 | $60 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Therapist jobs in South Dakota?
Only CloudinfraIT Inc reports pay data for 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.
Top Therapist Jobs
Physical Therapist - SNF / LTC
- Centra Healthcare QIA
- Belle Fourche, SD
- 5x8 hrs
$90K-114K/year
approximately $43-55/hrPhysical Therapist
- CloudinfraIT Inc
- Belle Fourche, SD
- 5x8 hrs, Days
$45-55/hour
Speech Language Pathologist
- Centra Healthcare QIA
- Belle Fourche, SD
- 5x8 hrs, Days
$87K-108K/year
approximately $41-52/hrInpatient Physical Therapist
- CloudinfraIT Inc
- Rapid City, SD
- 5x8 hrs, Days
$85K-105K/year
approximately $40-51/hrPhysical Therapy Assistant
- Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Sioux Falls
- Canton, SD
$38-55/hour
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