Physician Assistants Salary in South Dakota
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 4 metro areas • South Dakota
Physician Assistants in South Dakota earn a median salary of $126,538 per year on average across 4 metro and nonmetro areas, -5% vs the national median of $133,260. An estimated 610 physician assistants are employed across South Dakota, with salaries ranging from $120,740 to $135,120 depending on location.
$126,538
Avg median salary in South Dakota
$135,120
Highest paying metro
$120,740
Lowest paying metro
610
Employed in South Dakota
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inPhysician Assistants salaries by city in South Dakota
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| West South Dakota | $135,120 | $120,550 | $150,340 | 80 |
| Sioux Falls, SD-MN | $128,130 | $122,680 | $141,420 | 280 |
| Rapid City, SD | $122,160 | $109,370 | $145,550 | 130 |
| East South Dakota | $120,740 | $108,170 | $135,570 | 120 |