Medical lab tech programs in South Dakota

Looking for medical lab technician schools in South Dakota? There are 3, including 3 public colleges. Medical lab technicians in South Dakota earn a median $60,890 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
3
Public colleges
3
Median pay in SD
$60,890

3 medical lab technician schools

School results

  1. Lake Area Technical College

    Watertown, SD · Public

    • Medical lab technician
    • Welding
    • CNC machining
    • +17

  2. Mitchell Technical College

    Mitchell, SD · Public

    • Medical lab technician
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +12

  3. Western Dakota Technical College

    Rapid City, SD · Public

    • Medical lab technician
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +17

What medical lab technicians earn in South Dakota

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

Medical lab technician salary in South DakotaHow to become a medical lab technician

Median pay
$60,890
$29.28 an hour
Typical range
$37,550–$81,560
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in SD
1,280
Job growth, 2025–35
+2.7%
20,800 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 medical lab technician schools are in South Dakota?

We list 3 schools in South Dakota with medical lab technician programs: 3 public colleges. Campuses are in Rapid City, Watertown, and Mitchell.

Are there community college medical lab technician programs in South Dakota?

Yes. 3 public colleges in South Dakota offer medical lab technician. Public programs often cost less and are usually eligible for federal financial aid. Confirm costs and aid with each school.

How much does medical lab technician 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 $12,670 to $15,979. That figure covers the whole school, not just this program, so ask each school for the program's total cost.

How much do medical lab technicians make in South Dakota?

The median pay for medical lab technicians in South Dakota is $60,890 a year, and most earn between $37,550 and $81,560, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

How do I choose a medical lab technician 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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