Nursing Assistant (CNA) pay in South Dakota
State median
Public data$17.17/hr
≈ $35,714/year full-time
Pay distribution in South Dakota
25th percentile
$16.02
per hour
Median
$17.17
per hour
75th percentile
$18.84
per hour
Source: BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (BLS May 2023) · bls.gov/oes
Frequently asked questions
How much do nursing assistant (cna)s make in South Dakota?
The median pay for nursing assistant (cna)s in South Dakota is $17.17/hr (about $35,714/year full-time), according to BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (May 2023). Half earn more, half earn less. The middle 50% fall between $16.02 and $18.84 per hour.
How does South Dakota compare to the national average for nursing assistant (cna)s?
South Dakota pays 5% below the national median of $18.11/hr for nursing assistant (cna)s. Cost of living, union density, and demand all move state pay relative to the national figure.