- Open jobs
- 12
- Agencies hiring
- 5
- Median pay in listings
- $63.44/hour
- Pay range
- $35.78 – $72.67/hour
- Median wage in South Dakota (BLS)
- $44.55/hour
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Physical Therapist pay in South Dakota
The median wage for Physical Therapist jobs in South Dakota is $44.55 per hour ($92,664 a year full-time). Jobs on this page pay a median of $63.44/hour, from $35.78 to $72.67. Travel and contract jobs often pay more than staff positions because they include housing and meal stipends.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025. Pay in listings is converted to an hourly rate assuming 36–40 hours a week.
License and requirements
Most allied health roles need a national certification (for example ARRT for radiologic technologists, NBRC for respiratory therapists, NBSTSA for surgical technologists) and, in many states, a state license. Therapists (PT, OT, SLP) need a license from South Dakota; the PT and OT compacts let licensed therapists from member states get privileges faster.
Agencies hiring for Physical Therapist jobs in South Dakota
| Agency | Open jobs | Median pay |
|---|---|---|
| AHS Staffing | 5 | $65.24/hr |
| CompHealth | 3 | $35.78/hr |
| Atlas MedStaff | 2 | $69.46/hr |
| GHR Healthcare | 1 | $61.63/hr |
| TLC Nursing & Allied | 1 | $67.64/hr |
Cities with the most Physical Therapist jobs
Aberdeen (4), Hot Springs (3), Rapid City (2), Belle Fourche (2), Mitchell (1)
FAQ
How much does a Physical Therapist make in South Dakota?
The median wage for Physical Therapist jobs in South Dakota is $44.55 per hour (about $92,664 a year), according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025. Physical Therapist jobs listed on ReferHire pay a median of $63.44 per hour.
How many Physical Therapist jobs are open in South Dakota?
12 Physical Therapist jobs from 5 staffing agencies are open on ReferHire right now.
What license do I need?
Most allied health roles need a national certification (for example ARRT for radiologic technologists, NBRC for respiratory therapists, NBSTSA for surgical technologists) and, in many states, a state license. Therapists (PT, OT, SLP) need a license from South Dakota; the PT and OT compacts let licensed therapists from member states get privileges faster.