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Caregiver pay in South Dakota
Home health and personal care aides in South Dakota earn a median $18.15 an hour — 5% above the U.S. median. CNAs earn $18.65. South Dakota ranks 18 of 51 for aide pay.
Home health & personal care aides
$18.15 / hour median
Most earn $15.62–$22.75. 4,210 people work in this role in South Dakota.
5% above the U.S. median ($17.21)Nursing assistants (CNAs)
$18.65 / hour median
Most earn $14.96–$22.17. 6,860 people work in this role in South Dakota.
8% below the U.S. median ($20.32)What this means for your job posts in South Dakota
- Pay $18.15 an hour and you're in the middle of the market — half of aides in South Dakota earn more.
- Pay $22.75 or more and you're in the top 10% for aide pay, which makes your post stand out.
- Below $15.62, nine in ten aides in South Dakota already earn more — expect very few applicants.
- CNAs earn a median $18.65 here, $0.50 more than aides. If you need certified staff, budget for the difference.
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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates (bls.gov/oes). “Home health & personal care aides” is the federal category that covers most in-home caregivers. Figures include all employers, not only home-care agencies, and are hourly wages before benefits. Wages may have risen since May 2025 — always check your current state and city minimum wage.
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Caregiver pay in South Dakota: common questions
How much do caregivers make in South Dakota?
Home health and personal care aides in South Dakota earned a median $18.15 an hour in May 2025, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Most earned between $15.62 and $22.75.
How much do CNAs make in South Dakota?
Nursing assistants (CNAs) in South Dakota earned a median $18.65 an hour, with most between $14.96 and $22.17.
Is caregiver pay in South Dakota above the national average?
Median aide pay in South Dakota is 5% above the U.S. median of $17.21, ranking 18 of 51 (the 50 states and DC).
How many caregivers work in South Dakota?
About 4,210 home health and personal care aides and 6,860 nursing assistants were employed in South Dakota in May 2025.
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