Opticians, Dispensing Salary in South Dakota
Ranked #44 of 51 · SD
17.8% below U.S. average
Mean annual salary $42,560 ≈ $20/hr
Median annual salary $43,400
Employment 430
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
P10 $32,390P25 $36,640 Median $43,400P75 $46,190P90 $49,730
About 80% of opticians, dispensings in South Dakota earn between $32,390 and $49,730. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean opticians, dispensing salary in South Dakota is $42,560, about 17.8% below the U.S. average ($51,770). That works out to roughly $20/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in South Dakota
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sioux Falls, SD-MN | $44,190 | $43,880 | 170 |
| West South Dakota nonmetropolitan area | $43,310 | $42,860 | 50 |
| East South Dakota nonmetropolitan area | $43,060 | $41,960 | 140 |
| Rapid City, SD | $38,760 | $40,710 | 60 |