Dietitian and Nutritionist salary in South Dakota
What dietitians and nutritionists earn in South Dakota and its metro areas, compared with the rest of the country.
Median pay$64,890$31.20 per hour
vs U.S.−15%U.S. median $76,400
Middle half earn$59,470 – $77,830Top 10%: $88,710+
Jobs2100.91× the U.S. concentration
Dietitian and Nutritionist pay in South Dakota cities
Metro areas as BLS defines them. Click a column to sort.
| Metro area | Median | Hourly | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sioux Falls, SD-MN | $64,890 | $31.20 | 110 |
| East South Dakota nonmetropolitan area | $60,410 | $29.05 | 60 |
Hospitals and jobs in South Dakota
Dietitian and Nutritionist pay in similar states
Arkansas · $65,540 Missouri · $65,450 Utah · $65,310 Maine · $64,610 Arizona · $64,410 Wyoming · $64,370
Other healthcare salaries in South Dakota
Registered Nurses · $78,060 Nursing Assistants · $38,800 Home Health and Personal Care Aides · $37,740 Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses · $52,750 Medical Assistants · $41,870 Dental Assistants · $47,900 Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians · $60,890 Pharmacists · $146,790 Pharmacy Technicians · $46,170 Physical Therapists · $92,660 Nurse Practitioners · $128,840 Radiologic Technologists and Technicians · $65,240
Questions
How much does a dietitian and nutritionist make in South Dakota?
Dietitians and Nutritionists in South Dakota earned a median of $64,890 a year ($31.20 an hour) in May 2025, 15% less than the national median of $76,400. The middle half earned $59,470 to $77,830.
Where in South Dakota do dietitians and nutritionists earn the most?
Among areas in South Dakota, pay was highest in Sioux Falls, SD-MN at $64,890.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, all industries. Pay doesn't reflect cost of living, overtime or shift differentials.