Dentists, General Salary in South Dakota
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 4 metro areas • South Dakota
Dentists, General in South Dakota earn a median salary of $147,140 per year on average across 4 metro and nonmetro areas, -14.8% vs the national median of $172,790. An estimated 290 dentists, general are employed across South Dakota, with salaries ranging from $126,570 to $170,860 depending on location.
$147,140
Avg median salary in South Dakota
$170,860
Highest paying metro
$126,570
Lowest paying metro
290
Employed in South Dakota
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inDentists, General salaries by city in South Dakota
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sioux Falls, SD-MN | $170,860 | $110,800 | $203,490 | 90 |
| East South Dakota | $162,860 | $131,870 | $166,210 | 70 |
| West South Dakota | $128,270 | $99,440 | $164,070 | 50 |
| Rapid City, SD | $126,570 | $102,790 | $168,080 | 80 |