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Pediatric Nurse Salary in South Dakota 2026
Statewide pay overview, hourly rate, metro comparison, estimated take-home pay, and offer context for pediatric nurse roles in SD.
Statewide annual estimate
$71,760
$34.50/hr, $1,380/wk, $5,980/mo
State pay snapshot
Hourly
$34.50
Weekly
$1,380
Monthly
$5,980
Annual
$71,760
This is 8% below the national baseline of $78,000 per year for pediatric nurse.
Top paying cities in SD
| City | Hourly | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| Sioux Falls, SD | $35.54 | $73,913 |
| Rapid City, SD | $34.50 | $71,760 |
| Brookings, SD | $33.12 | $68,890 |
| Aberdeen, SD | $32.78 | $68,172 |
| Watertown, SD | $32.09 | $66,737 |
Estimated salary range
10th percentile
$51,667
$24.84/hr
25th percentile
$61,714
$29.67/hr
Median estimate
$71,760
$34.50/hr
75th percentile
$81,806
$39.33/hr
90th percentile
$94,723
$45.54/hr
Take-home pay and taxes
Estimated take-home pay for the statewide salary is about $55,973 per year, or $4,664 per month, using a simplified federal tax assumption and the stored South Dakota state income tax rate. Use a city page calculator to adjust the salary input for a specific offer.
2026 South Dakota pay update
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How to increase pay
- Compare offers across the highest-paying cities before accepting a role.
- Ask about shift differential, weekend differential, overtime rules, and call pay.
- Document specialty certifications, high-acuity experience, and unit leadership work.
- Compare total compensation, not only hourly rate: benefits and retirement match matter.
FAQ
How much does a Pediatric Nurse make in South Dakota?
The 2026 statewide estimate is $71,760 per year, or about $34.50 per hour, before taxes.
What is the hourly pay for Pediatric Nurse roles in SD?
The statewide hourly estimate is $34.50 before taxes. City pages can be higher or lower after local market and cost-of-living adjustments.
What are the top cities for Pediatric Nurse salary in SD?
Sioux Falls, Rapid City, Brookings currently show the highest published local comparisons for pediatric nurse pay on TrueNursePay.
Is South Dakota above or below the national average?
South Dakota is 8% below the national baseline for this specialty after the state cost-of-living adjustment.
Methodology
Last updated July 16, 2026. State estimates start with a national specialty salary baseline and apply the South Dakota cost-of-living multiplier. City pages add local market multipliers. Estimates are for planning and comparison only.