Manicurists and Pedicurists Salary in South Dakota
Manicurists and Pedicurists in South Dakota earn a median of $45,310 a year, +27% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $45,310
- vs. U.S. median
- +27% ($35,760)
- Rank among states
- 9 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 250
Pay range in South Dakota
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $34,280; the top 10% earn over $54,850. Nationally the range is $28,920 to $50,140.
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Manicurists and Pedicurists pay in South Dakota
How much do manicurists and pedicurists make in South Dakota?
The median is $45,310 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $34,280 and the top 10% earn over $54,850. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is South Dakota a good state for manicurists and pedicurists?
On pay alone it ranks 9 of 49 (+27% vs. the national median of $35,760). Living costs are not included.