Pharmacy Technicians pay in South Dakota
In South Dakota, the median pay for pharmacy technicians is $22.20 an hour ($46,170 a year). About 1,230 people work in this job there.
That is about the same as the U.S. median ($45,750). South Dakota ranks 24th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for pharmacy technicians in South Dakota
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $17.89 | $37,220 |
| 25% of workers | $18.77 | $39,050 |
| Half of workers (median) | $22.20 | $46,170 |
| 75% of workers | $23.49 | $48,870 |
| 90% of workers | $27.31 | $56,800 |
Pharmacy Technicians pay in South Dakota metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Rapid City | $47,840 | 200 |
| Sioux Falls | $45,610 | 600 |
South Dakota unemployment rate: 2% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for pharmacy technicians
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 3 months (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Moderate-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +6.4% over ten years, faster than average · about 44,700 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in South Dakota
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Nursing Assistants | $38,800 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $52,750 |
| Medical Assistants | $41,870 |
| Pharmacists | $146,790 |
| Surgical Technologists | $59,870 |
| Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians | $60,890 |
| Radiologic Technologists and Technicians | $65,240 |
| Medical Records Specialists | $51,610 |
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