Massage therapy schools in South Dakota

We found 3 schools offering massage therapy training in South Dakota, with campuses in Rapid City and Sioux Falls and more. Massage therapists in South Dakota earn a median $52,000 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
3
Public colleges
0
Median pay in SD
$52,000

3 massage therapy schools

School results

  1. Paul Mitchell the School-Rapid City

    Rapid City, SD · Private

    • Massage therapy
    • Cosmetology
    • Esthetician
    • +1

  2. Stewart School

    Sioux Falls, SD · Private

    • Massage therapy
    • Cosmetology
    • Esthetician
    • +1

  3. The Salon Professional Academy

    Rapid City, SD · Private

    • Massage therapy
    • Cosmetology
    • Esthetician
    • +1

What massage therapists earn in South Dakota

Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.

Massage therapist salary in South DakotaHow to become a massage therapist

Median pay
$52,000
$25.00 an hour
Typical range
$35,720–$56,310
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in SD
180
Job growth, 2025–35
+15.3%
20,400 openings a year (U.S.)

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, and Employment Projections.

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Frequently asked questions

How many massage therapy schools are in South Dakota?

We list 3 schools in South Dakota with massage therapy programs: 3 private career schools. Campuses are in Rapid City and Sioux Falls.

How much does massage therapy school cost in South Dakota?

Among the 3 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $14,221 to $19,694. That figure covers the whole school, not just this program, so ask each school for the program's total cost.

How much do massage therapists make in South Dakota?

The median pay for massage therapists in South Dakota is $52,000 a year, and most earn between $35,720 and $56,310, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

How do I choose a massage therapy school in South Dakota?

Ask each school about accreditation, total cost after financial aid, hands-on lab hours, certification exam prep, class sizes and job placement. Request info from two or three schools so you can compare their answers side by side.

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