Animal Caretakers Salary in South Dakota
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 4 metro areas • South Dakota
Animal Caretakers in South Dakota earn a median salary of $29,425 per year on average across 4 metro and nonmetro areas, -12.1% vs the national median of $33,470. An estimated 1,000 animal caretakers are employed across South Dakota, with salaries ranging from $28,150 to $30,630 depending on location.
$29,425
Avg median salary in South Dakota
$30,630
Highest paying metro
$28,150
Lowest paying metro
1,000
Employed in South Dakota
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Animal Caretakers salaries by city in South Dakota
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sioux Falls, SD-MN | $30,630 | $28,250 | $36,330 | 370 |
| Rapid City, SD | $30,270 | $26,920 | $33,920 | 270 |
| East South Dakota | $28,650 | $26,920 | $31,080 | 240 |
| West South Dakota | $28,150 | $24,400 | $30,600 | 120 |