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Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education Salary in South Dakota
Ranked #23 of 51 · SD
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of preschool teachers, except special educations in South Dakota earn between $30,980 and $56,370. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean preschool teachers, except special education salary in South Dakota is $42,440, about 1.4% below the U.S. average ($43,030). That works out to roughly $20/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in South Dakota
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rapid City, SD | $46,620 | $43,040 | 190 |
| Sioux Falls, SD-MN | $46,370 | $43,480 | 710 |
| West South Dakota nonmetropolitan area | $40,720 | $41,080 | 240 |
| East South Dakota nonmetropolitan area | $38,700 | $40,320 | 300 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do preschool teachers, except special education make in South Dakota?
The median preschool teachers, except special education salary in South Dakota is $44,500 per year (mean $42,440), and about 80% earn between $30,980 and $56,370.
How much do preschool teachers, except special education make per hour in South Dakota?
Roughly $20 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $42,440 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is South Dakota a high-paying state for preschool teachers, except special education?
South Dakota ranks #23 of 51 states for preschool teachers, except special education pay. Its mean salary of $42,440 is about 1.4% below the U.S. average of $43,030.
Which metro areas in South Dakota pay preschool teachers, except special education the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in South Dakota for preschool teachers, except special education are Rapid City, SD ($46,620), Sioux Falls, SD-MN ($46,370), West South Dakota nonmetropolitan area ($40,720), by median annual wage.
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