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Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education Salary in South Dakota
Ranked #49 of 50 · SD
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of kindergarten teachers, except special educations in South Dakota earn between $46,520 and $59,910. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean kindergarten teachers, except special education salary in South Dakota is $51,640, about 25.6% below the U.S. average ($69,370). That works out to roughly $25/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in South Dakota
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rapid City, SD | $58,670 | $56,640 | 70 |
| West South Dakota nonmetropolitan area | $49,870 | $51,980 | 140 |
| East South Dakota nonmetropolitan area | $49,410 | $51,580 | 180 |
| Sioux Falls, SD-MN | $48,490 | $49,880 | 220 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do kindergarten teachers, except special education make in South Dakota?
The median kindergarten teachers, except special education salary in South Dakota is $49,410 per year (mean $51,640), and about 80% earn between $46,520 and $59,910.
How much do kindergarten teachers, except special education make per hour in South Dakota?
Roughly $25 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $51,640 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is South Dakota a high-paying state for kindergarten teachers, except special education?
South Dakota ranks #49 of 50 states for kindergarten teachers, except special education pay. Its mean salary of $51,640 is about 25.6% below the U.S. average of $69,370.
Which metro areas in South Dakota pay kindergarten teachers, except special education the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in South Dakota for kindergarten teachers, except special education are Rapid City, SD ($58,670), West South Dakota nonmetropolitan area ($49,870), East South Dakota nonmetropolitan area ($49,410), by median annual wage.
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