Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education Salary in South Dakota
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 4 metro areas • South Dakota
Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education in South Dakota earn a median salary of $49,950 per year on average across 4 metro and nonmetro areas, -19.9% vs the national median of $62,340. An estimated 4,200 elementary school teachers, except special education are employed across South Dakota, with salaries ranging from $47,700 to $52,770 depending on location.
$49,950
Avg median salary in South Dakota
$52,770
Highest paying metro
$47,700
Lowest paying metro
4,200
Employed in South Dakota
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Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education salaries by city in South Dakota
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rapid City, SD | $52,770 | $46,230 | $57,410 | 480 |
| West South Dakota | $50,220 | $47,310 | $57,150 | 960 |
| Sioux Falls, SD-MN | $49,110 | $45,380 | $55,880 | 1,350 |
| East South Dakota | $47,700 | $46,970 | $55,330 | 1,410 |