Orthoptists Salary in South Dakota
Orthoptists in South Dakota earn a median of $83,780 a year, −27% compared with the U.S. median. Figures are for the broader BLS group “Healthcare Diagnosing or Treating Practitioners, All Other”.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $83,780
- vs. U.S. median
- −27% ($115,210)
- Rank among states
- 39 of 43
- Jobs in the state
- 60
Pay range in South Dakota
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $76,400; the top 10% earn over $124,530. Nationally the range is $65,210 to $195,190.
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Orthoptists pay in South Dakota
How much do orthoptists make in South Dakota?
The median is $83,780 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $76,400 and the top 10% earn over $124,530. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is South Dakota a good state for orthoptists?
On pay alone it ranks 39 of 43 (−27% vs. the national median of $115,210). Living costs are not included.