Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School Salary in South Dakota
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 4 metro areas • South Dakota
Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School in South Dakota earn a median salary of $52,488 per year on average across 4 metro and nonmetro areas, -16.7% vs the national median of $63,000. An estimated 800 special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school are employed across South Dakota, with salaries ranging from $49,170 to $59,450 depending on location.
$52,488
Avg median salary in South Dakota
$59,450
Highest paying metro
$49,170
Lowest paying metro
800
Employed in South Dakota
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Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School salaries by city in South Dakota
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rapid City, SD | $59,450 | $47,170 | $59,450 | 120 |
| West South Dakota | $50,790 | $47,510 | $57,100 | 170 |
| East South Dakota | $50,540 | $47,830 | $58,610 | 280 |
| Sioux Falls, SD-MN | $49,170 | $45,770 | $55,630 | 230 |