Optometrists Salary in South Dakota
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 3 metro areas • South Dakota
Optometrists in South Dakota earn a median salary of $111,343 per year on average across 3 metro and nonmetro areas, -17.4% vs the national median of $134,830. An estimated 160 optometrists are employed across South Dakota, with salaries ranging from $92,860 to $126,630 depending on location.
$111,343
Avg median salary in South Dakota
$126,630
Highest paying metro
$92,860
Lowest paying metro
160
Employed in South Dakota
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Optometrists salaries by city in South Dakota
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sioux Falls, SD-MN | $126,630 | $96,910 | $134,130 | 70 |
| East South Dakota | $114,540 | $90,300 | $135,010 | 60 |
| Rapid City, SD | $92,860 | $87,110 | $116,960 | 30 |