Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| South Dakota | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $88,650 | $132,782 | -33% |
| Median hourly wage | $42.62 | $63.84 | -33% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $100,056.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Veterinarian in South Dakota is $88,650, or about $42.62 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Veterinarians is $132,782. South Dakota is -33% below the national median.
Entry-level veterinarians in South Dakota typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 280 veterinarian jobs on record and a median salary of $88,650, South Dakota offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.