Occupational Therapist Salary in South Dakota
A occupational therapist in South Dakota earns an estimated $91,100 a year ($43.80 an hour). Most workers fall from $61,900 to $132,100, depending on experience and employer.
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Occupational Therapist pay in South Dakota
| Per year | Per hour | |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level (estimate) | $61,900 | $29.76 |
| Median (estimate) | $91,100 | $43.80 |
| Experienced (estimate) | $132,100 | $63.51 |
| US national median | $98,000 | $47.12 |
The South Dakota estimate is 7% below the national median, reflecting local prices and wages.
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Take-home pay
On the median figure a single filer in South Dakota keeps about $72,919 a year after federal tax, FICA and state tax, or $2,804.57 per biweekly paycheck. Try your exact numbers in the South Dakota paycheck calculator.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a occupational therapist make in South Dakota?
About $91,100 a year at the median (estimate).
Is this an official figure?
No. It is an estimate based on the national BLS median and a state wage index. Check BLS OEWS tables for official data.
Sources and method
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics: Occupational Outlook Handbook
- Bureau of Economic Analysis: regional price parities
- Estimate, not official state data
Page last updated November 2026. See our editorial policy and disclaimer.