Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| South Dakota | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $46,170 | $45,195 | +2% |
| Median hourly wage | $22.20 | $21.73 | +2% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $52,111.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Pharmacy Technician in South Dakota is $46,170, or about $22.20 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Pharmacy Technicians is $45,195. South Dakota is +2% above the national median.
Entry-level pharmacy technicians in South Dakota typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 1,230 pharmacy technician jobs on record and a median salary of $46,170, South Dakota offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.