Registered Nurses pay in Sioux Falls
In Sioux Falls (SD), the median pay for registered nurses is $36.23 an hour ($75,350 a year). About 7,680 people work in this job there.
That is 23% lower than the U.S. median ($97,550). It is 3% lower than the South Dakota median ($78,060).
Pay range for registered nurses in Sioux Falls (SD)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $25.98 | $54,040 |
| 25% of workers | $31.29 | $65,070 |
| Half of workers (median) | $36.23 | $75,350 |
| 75% of workers | $39.28 | $81,690 |
| 90% of workers | $46.79 | $97,330 |
Registered Nurses pay in South Dakota metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Rapid City | $79,380 | 2,480 |
| Sioux Falls (this page) | $75,350 | 7,680 |
South Dakota unemployment rate: 2% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for registered nurses
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +5.6% over ten years, faster than average · about 180,800 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Sioux Falls (SD)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Nursing Assistants | $39,190 |
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