Registered Nurse License Cost in South Dakota
Documented RN license fees for South Dakota are not published in this dataset, so the total cost varies. Check the current fee schedule with the state board before budgeting.
Figures below come from the same dataset as the full guide and list only what the state publishes. Anything not published is marked “varies — check the board” rather than guessed.
RN license cost — South Dakota at a glance
| Pre-license education | Varies — check the board |
| Exam fee | Varies — check the board |
| Application fee | Varies — check the board |
| License fee | Varies — check the board |
| Documented fees total | Not published |
| BLS median annual wage | $97,550 (registered nurses) |
Fees vs. median pay
The BLS median annual wage for registered nurses is $97,550. Actual local earnings vary widely by market and experience — use the career ROI tool to model your own numbers.
Frequently asked questions
What does a RN license cost in South Dakota?
Documented fees for South Dakota are not published in this dataset — check the state board for the current fee schedule.
Are the exam fee and the license fee the same thing in South Dakota?
No. The exam fee covers sitting for the test, while the application and license fees cover processing and issuing the credential. Each is listed separately in the table above where the state publishes it.
How much does RN training cost in South Dakota?
Training-hour requirements for South Dakota are not published here — ask the state board for the approved programs and their costs.
Is a RN license in South Dakota worth the cost?
The BLS median annual wage for registered nurses is $97,550. Earnings vary widely by state and market — treat this as a planning estimate, not a promise.
Budget your RN licensing in South Dakota
Turn the fees above into a dated budget, then check what the South Dakota board charges on top.
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This page is informational and not legal advice. Fees, pass rates and retake rules change frequently — verify all figures with the state board and your exam vendor before paying (retrieved 2026-08-20).