Dental Assistants Salary in South Dakota
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 4 metro areas • South Dakota
Dental Assistants in South Dakota earn a median salary of $47,645 per year on average across 4 metro and nonmetro areas, +0.7% vs the national median of $47,300. An estimated 1,200 dental assistants are employed across South Dakota, with salaries ranging from $47,010 to $48,220 depending on location.
$47,645
Avg median salary in South Dakota
$48,220
Highest paying metro
$47,010
Lowest paying metro
1,200
Employed in South Dakota
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Dental Assistants salaries by city in South Dakota
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| East South Dakota | $48,220 | $44,010 | $56,840 | 300 |
| Sioux Falls, SD-MN | $48,220 | $45,250 | $59,330 | 450 |
| West South Dakota | $47,130 | $38,080 | $48,640 | 150 |
| Rapid City, SD | $47,010 | $40,180 | $57,730 | 300 |