Sonographer salary in South Dakota
Diagnostic medical sonographers in South Dakota earned a median of $80,820 a year in 2025, 16% below the national median of $96,590. That ranks 46 of 52 states and territories. The middle half of workers earned between $66,060 and $89,150.
| Measure | South Dakota | United States |
|---|---|---|
| Median annual wage | $80,820 | $96,590 |
| Median hourly wage | $38.85 | $46.44 |
| 10th percentile | $51,100 | $67,820 |
| 25th percentile | $66,060 | $80,430 |
| 75th percentile | $89,150 | $106,930 |
| 90th percentile | $98,090 | $129,370 |
Sonographer pay by area in South Dakota
| Area | Median annual | Bottom 10% | Top 10% |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sioux City, IA-NE-SD | $81,450 | $67,410 | $96,660 |
| Sioux Falls, SD-MN | $80,600 | $51,100 | $98,090 |
| East South Dakota nonmetropolitan area | $73,610 | $64,900 | $91,360 |
Accredited sonography programs in South Dakota
- Southeast Technical College · Sioux Falls
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (via O*NET OnLine), 2025 wage data, retrieved 2026-10-16. Compare all states.
Free Program Match
Find an accredited sonography program in South Dakota
Tell us where and when you want to study. We will send a shortlist of accredited programs with published tuition, start dates, and admission steps.
Request Program Information
Share your preferred city and timeline and we will follow up with program options.