Pharmacist Jobs in South Dakota
Across 43 live Pharmacist listings in South Dakota, median advertised pay is $182K, based on the 20 that state a salary; South Dakota ranks 28th of 51 states by median advertised pay; the employers with the most openings are Sanford Health (13), Avera Health (10), Monument Health (4).
43+ positions available
Figures are computed from live listings and reviewed by WeekdayDoc’s physician-led editorial team; data as of October 14, 2026. Posted ranges, not accepted offers. How we compute this
These 20 roles pay ~$182k median with 2.8/10 median work-life balance — use these as your benchmarks.
Salary Distribution
20 jobs · 6 employersAnnual compensation range
Work-Life Balance Distribution
20 jobs · 6 employersHigher = better work-life balance
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How South Dakota Compares for Pharmacist Pay
Live pharmacist listings in South Dakota today, then South Dakota against neighboring states and the top payers over the last 12 months of our own postings — so every state is measured alike. Not a salary survey.
Pharmacist pay in South Dakota sits level with the $138k median across the 51 states we can measure, where Washington leads at $165k.
| State | Median pay (12 mo) | vs SD | WLB | Postings (12 mo) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Dakota (this page) | $138k | — | 3.4/10 | 86 |
| Washington#1 | $165k | +$27k | 4.2/10 | 552 |
| Wyomingborders | $147k | +$9k | 4.9/10 | 56 |
| Minnesotaborders | $146k | +$8k | 4.1/10 | 502 |
| Montanaborders | $145k | +$7k | 4.8/10 | 95 |
| North Dakotaborders | $140k | +$2k | 4.0/10 | 40 |
| Iowaborders | $129k | −$9k | 4.0/10 | 379 |
| Nebraskaborders | $125k | −$13k | 4.1/10 | 143 |
“borders” = shares a border with South Dakota; “#n” = national pay rank among the 51 measured states. Live figures count the listings on WeekdayDoc today (updated Oct 14, 2026); 12-month figures include postings since closed, so states compare on the same basis.
- Most openings on this page:
- Sanford Health (13), Avera Health (10), Monument Health (4)
- Top-rated employers hiring:
- BetterHelp (gold, 96/100), Talkiatry (gold, 95/100), Hiaah (gold, 95/100) (Top Employers work-life index)
A few things worth knowing
About Pharmacist jobs in South Dakota.
How much do pharmacists earn in South Dakota?
A reliable salary estimate is unavailable for this sample of pharmacists. Compensation varies by role, specialty, location, and schedule. Compare employer-posted pay where disclosed, including its currency and pay period; missing pay is not estimated.
Are there remote or hybrid pharmacist jobs available?
Some pharmacists roles offer remote or hybrid flexibility. You can filter for telehealth and work-from-home options, and every listing shows its remote status before you apply.
Which pharmacist jobs have the best work-life balance?
Every pharmacist role on WeekdayDoc is scored for burnout risk using call schedule, weekend and night requirements, and remote flexibility. You can sort by work-life-balance score to surface the lowest-burnout roles first.
Who is hiring pharmacists in South Dakota right now?
Employers currently hiring for pharmacist roles include Avera Health, Walgreens, Sanford Health, Albertsons Companies, and others. WeekdayDoc aggregates verified openings from these and other organizations, refreshed daily.
How many pharmacist jobs in South Dakota are available, and how often are they updated?
There are currently 43 pharmacists positions in South Dakota listed, with new roles added as employers post them. Job descriptions are public. Verified sign-in with Google or email gives free access to regular Apply, full search, and standard Market Insights. Saved jobs, My Search, and the dashboard also require verified sign-in. Eligible featured employer listings allow Apply without signup or email. Basic calculators are public and free; optional AI contract analysis, RVU Billing Optimizer, and Schedule Optimizer reports remain paid.
Employers hiring now
Organizations with the most openings in Pharmacist Jobs in South Dakota
Sanford Health13 open roles here · WLB 60/100
Avera Health10 open roles here · WLB 30/100Monument Health4 open roles here · WLB 60/100
Walgreens4 open roles here · WLB 74/100- DDakotamart2 open roles here
Spartan Nash2 open roles here · WLB 68/100
Walmart2 open roles here · WLB 75/100
Albertsons Companies1 open role here · WLB 75/100