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Ophthalmologists (Except Pediatric) Salary in South Dakota

Ophthalmologists (Except Pediatric) in South Dakota earn a median of $211,990 a year, −29% compared with the U.S. median.

Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers

Median pay
$211,990
vs. U.S. median
−29% ($300,080)
Rank among states
27 of 34
Jobs in the state
130

Pay range in South Dakota

The lowest-paid 10% earn under $208,110; the top 10% earn over $215,770. Nationally the range is $100,180 to $489,710.

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Ophthalmologists (Except Pediatric) pay in South Dakota

How much do ophthalmologists (except pediatric) make in South Dakota?

The median is $211,990 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $208,110 and the top 10% earn over $215,770. BLS OEWS May 2025.

Is South Dakota a good state for ophthalmologists (except pediatric)?

On pay alone it ranks 27 of 34 (−29% vs. the national median of $300,080). Living costs are not included.

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Sources. Pay and employment: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 (national and state files). Pay is not adjusted for living costs. Data Sources & Licenses