Emergency Medical Technicians pay in South Dakota
In South Dakota, the median pay for emergency medical technicians is $17.69 an hour ($36,800 a year). About 600 people work in this job there.
That is 17% lower than the U.S. median ($44,470). South Dakota ranks 44th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for emergency medical technicians in South Dakota
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $14.97 | $31,130 |
| 25% of workers | $16.72 | $34,780 |
| Half of workers (median) | $17.69 | $36,800 |
| 75% of workers | $20.95 | $43,570 |
| 90% of workers | $23.30 | $48,460 |
Emergency Medical Technicians pay in South Dakota metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Rapid City | $39,440 | 150 |
| Sioux Falls | $36,800 | 120 |
South Dakota unemployment rate: 2% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for emergency medical technicians
- Typical education to start: Postsecondary nondegree award (BLS)
- Job outlook: +5.8% over ten years, faster than average · about 13,800 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in South Dakota
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $78,060 |
| Nursing Assistants | $38,800 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $52,750 |
| Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians | $60,890 |
| Pharmacy Technicians | $46,170 |
| Radiologic Technologists and Technicians | $65,240 |
| Medical Records Specialists | $51,610 |
| Surgical Technologists | $59,870 |
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