Healthcare Sioux Falls, SD Pop. 192,517

Registered Nurse Salary in Sioux Falls, South Dakota

The median registered nurse salary in Sioux Falls, SD is $74,722 per year, which is 8% below the national median and 4.5% above the South Dakota state average.

City Median
$74,722
vs State Avg
+$3,248
vs National
$-6,498
Cost of Living
92%

Registered Nurse Salary in Sioux Falls by Experience

In Sioux Falls, an entry-level registered nurse earns around $53,360, while experienced professionals earn up to $105,800 per year. The local cost of living index is 92% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$53,360
$-4,640 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$75,440
$-6,560 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$105,800
$-9,200 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Sioux Falls, SD

Percentile Sioux Falls
10th Percentile $52,808
25th Percentile $61,456
Median (50th) $74,722
75th Percentile $93,012
90th Percentile $111,136

Registered Nurse Salary in Other South Dakota Cities

How to Become a Registered Nurse in Sioux Falls

Education

Most registered nurse positions require a bachelor's degree. Sioux Falls and the surrounding South Dakota area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Patient AssessmentMedication AdministrationCritical ThinkingCommunicationEMR SystemsBLS/ACLS

Job Outlook

Nationally, registered nurse employment is projected to grow 6% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Sioux Falls may vary based on local industry and population growth.