Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| South Dakota | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $51,050 | $74,587 | -32% |
| Median hourly wage | $24.54 | $35.86 | -32% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $57,619.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a High School Teacher in South Dakota is $51,050, or about $24.54 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for High School Teachers is $74,587. South Dakota is -32% below the national median.
Entry-level high school teachers in South Dakota typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 3,360 high school teacher jobs on record and a median salary of $51,050, South Dakota offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.