Speech Language Pathologist Salary Guide: South Dakota

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Average Speech Language Pathologist Salary

$47.95/hour

The average salary for a Speech Language Pathologist in South Dakota is $47.95 per hour. This is 17% lower than the US average of $56.32.

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

Speech Language Pathologist salaries in South Dakota compared to National Averages

$47.95/hour

South Dakota

17% lower than the US average.

$56.32/hour

United States

How does the pay for Speech Language Pathologists in South Dakota compare to nearby states?

Iowa pays Speech Language Pathologists the most, averaging $58 per hour, followed by Missouri ($57) and Colorado ($56). Missouri has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $60. For comparison, the South Dakota average for Therapists is $48 per hour — Iowa pays 21% more.

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Iowa	$58	$58
Missouri	$57	$60
Colorado	$56	$58

What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Speech Language Pathologist jobs in South Dakota?

Only Perm Staff Jobs reports pay data for Speech Language Pathologists, averaging $47 per hour. For comparison, the South Dakota average for Therapists is $48 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 3% less.

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Perm Staff Jobs	$47	$47

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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