Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| South Dakota | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $92,660 | $104,506 | -11% |
| Median hourly wage | $44.55 | $50.24 | -11% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $104,582.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Physical Therapist in South Dakota is $92,660, or about $44.55 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Physical Therapists is $104,506. South Dakota is -11% below the national median.
Entry-level physical therapists in South Dakota typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 1,060 physical therapist jobs on record and a median salary of $92,660, South Dakota offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.