Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| South Dakota | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $49,410 | $66,997 | -26% |
| Median hourly wage | $23.75 | $32.21 | -26% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $55,767.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Kindergarten Teacher in South Dakota is $49,410, or about $23.75 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Kindergarten Teachers is $66,997. South Dakota is -26% below the national median.
Entry-level kindergarten teachers in South Dakota typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 610 kindergarten teacher jobs on record and a median salary of $49,410, South Dakota offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.