Optometrist Salary in South Dakota
Explore optometrist salaries in South Dakota including median pay, entry-level and senior compensation, and how it compares to the national average.
Median Salary in SD
$105,518
Monthly: $8,793
Biweekly: $4,058
Entry Level
$63,821
Monthly: $5,318
Biweekly: $2,455
Senior Level
$144,661
Monthly: $12,055
Biweekly: $5,564
Job Growth
14%
Projected 10-year growth
Salary Breakdown
| Pay Period | Entry Level | Median | Senior |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual | $63,821 | $105,518 | $144,661 |
| Monthly | $5,318 | $8,793 | $12,055 |
| Biweekly | $2,455 | $4,058 | $5,564 |
| Weekly | $1,227 | $2,029 | $2,782 |
| Hourly | $31 | $51 | $70 |
SD vs National Comparison
National Median
$128,680
SD Median
$105,518
Difference
-$23,162
Multiplier
0.82x
About This Career
Perform eye exams and prescribe corrective lenses and treatments.
Education
Doctor of Optometry (OD); licensure required
Key Skills
Eye ExaminationLens PrescriptionPatient CareDiagnostic Skills
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