Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| South Dakota | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $50,980 | $71,125 | -28% |
| Median hourly wage | $24.51 | $34.19 | -28% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $57,540.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Middle School Teacher in South Dakota is $50,980, or about $24.51 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Middle School Teachers is $71,125. South Dakota is -28% below the national median.
Entry-level middle school teachers in South Dakota typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 2,130 middle school teacher jobs on record and a median salary of $50,980, South Dakota offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.