Physical Therapist Assistants Salary in South Dakota
Physical Therapist Assistants in South Dakota earn a median of $49,310 a year, −28% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $49,310
- vs. U.S. median
- −28% ($68,380)
- Rank among states
- 51 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 300
Pay range in South Dakota
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $40,120; the top 10% earn over $63,930. Nationally the range is $47,750 to $89,510.
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- Occupational Therapy Assistants$56,180 median in South Dakota
- Athletic Trainers$58,620 median in South Dakota
- Physical Therapists$92,660 median in South Dakota
- Physical Therapist Aides$31,330 median in South Dakota
- Registered Nurses$78,060 median in South Dakota
- Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses$52,750 median in South Dakota
Physical Therapist Assistants pay in South Dakota
How much do physical therapist assistants make in South Dakota?
The median is $49,310 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $40,120 and the top 10% earn over $63,930. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is South Dakota a good state for physical therapist assistants?
On pay alone it ranks 51 of 51 (−28% vs. the national median of $68,380). Living costs are not included.