Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| South Dakota | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $41,870 | $44,846 | -7% |
| Median hourly wage | $20.13 | $21.56 | -7% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $47,257.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Medical Assistant in South Dakota is $41,870, or about $20.13 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Medical Assistants is $44,846. South Dakota is -7% below the national median.
Entry-level medical assistants in South Dakota typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 1,340 medical assistant jobs on record and a median salary of $41,870, South Dakota offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.