Nail tech schools in South Dakota

We found 3 schools offering nail technician training in South Dakota, with campuses in Rapid City and Sioux Falls and more. Nail technicians in South Dakota earn a median $45,310 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
3
Public colleges
0
Median pay in SD
$45,310

3 nail technician schools

School results

  1. Paul Mitchell the School-Rapid City

    Rapid City, SD · Private

    • Nail technician
    • Cosmetology
    • Massage therapy
    • +1

  2. Stewart School

    Sioux Falls, SD · Private

    • Nail technician
    • Cosmetology
    • Massage therapy
    • +1

  3. The Salon Professional Academy

    Rapid City, SD · Private

    • Nail technician
    • Cosmetology
    • Massage therapy
    • +1

What nail technicians earn in South Dakota

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

Nail technician salary in South DakotaHow to become a nail technician

Median pay
$45,310
$21.79 an hour
Typical range
$34,280–$54,850
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in SD
250
Job growth, 2025–35
+9.2%
21,900 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 nail technician schools are in South Dakota?

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

How much does nail 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 $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 nail technicians make in South Dakota?

The median pay for nail technicians in South Dakota is $45,310 a year, and most earn between $34,280 and $54,850, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

How do I choose a nail 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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