Counselor Jobs in Minnesota
Across 233 live Counselor listings in Minnesota, median advertised pay is $80K (75th percentile $104K), based on the 185 that state a salary; Minnesota ranks 31st of 51 states by median advertised pay; the employers with the most openings are Gotham Enterprises (14), People Incorporated Mental Health Services (14), Protocall Services (11).
233+ positions available
Figures are computed from live listings and reviewed by WeekdayDoc’s physician-led editorial team; data as of October 16, 2026. Posted ranges, not accepted offers. How we compute this
233+ Counselor Jobs in Minnesota Available Now
These 185 roles pay ~$80k median with 6.4/10 median work-life balance — use these as your benchmarks.
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How Minnesota Compares for Counselor Pay
Minnesota against neighboring states and the top payers, from our own counselor postings over the last 12 months — not a salary survey.
Counselor roles in Minnesota advertise $2k below the $76k median across the 51 states we can measure, where Wyoming leads at $97k.
| State | Median pay | vs MN | WLB | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota (this page) | $74k | — | 6.3/10 | 692 |
| Wyoming#1 | $97k | +$23k | 6.0/10 | 51 |
| Nevada#2 | $96k | +$23k | 5.7/10 | 204 |
| Alaska#3 | $94k | +$21k | 5.4/10 | 161 |
| South Dakotaborders | $79k | +$6k | 5.7/10 | 94 |
| North Dakotaborders | $79k | +$6k | 5.9/10 | 103 |
| Wisconsinborders | $77k | +$3k | 6.0/10 | 708 |
| Iowaborders | $68k | −$5k | 5.7/10 | 393 |
“borders” = shares a border with Minnesota; “#n” = national pay rank among the 51 measured states.
Counselor Jobs in Minnesota: Market Overview & Work-Life Balance
Listing snapshot: this overview summarizes the jobs loaded on this page. Market comparisons use the separate scope and time period labeled in their section.
Minnesota offers a competitive market for healthcare professionals seeking counselor jobs in minnesota. With 233+ open positions, clinicians have strong options for career growth and work-life balance.
Every listing is evaluated using WeekdayDoc's proprietary work-life balance scoring system. Counselor Jobs in Minnesota on this page have an average score of 3.5/10, with 15% offering remote work. This data helps clinicians quickly identify positions that match their lifestyle priorities without reading through hundreds of job descriptions.
Leading employers currently hiring for counselor jobs in minnesota include Relate Counseling Center, Sanford Health, MN Adult and Teen Challenge, Greater Minnesota Family Services, and more. Positions span counselor jobs minnesota. New jobs are added daily as healthcare organizations expand their teams.
Among the top-rated employers hiring for counselor jobs in minnesota, BetterHelp (score: 95.9/100), Talkiatry (score: 95.0/100), Hiaah (score: 94.5/100) have earned WeekdayDoc's Top Employer designation based on our proprietary ranking system. This ranking evaluates burnout scores (40%), salary competitiveness (30%), and work-life balance features like no-call and remote options (30%). See the full rankings on our Top Employers page.
According to WeekdayDoc's Market Pulse — which tracks real-time compensation data from thousands of active job postings — the current median salary is $106K, trending up 3.9% over the past quarter. This data is derived from 32,313+ job postings analyzed over the past 12 months — updated daily, unlike annual survey-based reports. Explore salary trends and burnout data on our Market Pulse dashboard.
A few things worth knowing
About Counselor jobs in Minnesota.
How much do counselors earn in Minnesota?
A reliable salary estimate is unavailable for this sample of counselors. 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 counselors jobs available?
Yes — about 15% of current counselors listings offer remote or hybrid work. You can filter for telehealth and work-from-home options, and every listing shows its remote status before you apply.
Which counselors jobs have the best work-life balance?
Every counselor 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 counselors in Minnesota right now?
Employers currently hiring for counselor roles include Relate Counseling Center, Sanford Health, MN Adult and Teen Challenge, Greater Minnesota Family Services, and others. WeekdayDoc aggregates verified openings from these and other organizations, refreshed daily.
How many counselor jobs in minnesota are available, and how often are they updated?
There are currently 233 counselors positions in Minnesota 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 Counselor Jobs in Minnesota
Gotham Enterprises14 open roles here · WLB 96/100
People Incorporated Mental Health Services14 open roles here · WLB 58/100
Protocall Services11 open roles here · WLB 65/100
Sanford Health11 open roles here · WLB 60/100
LifeStance Health8 open roles here · WLB 91/100
Fairview Health Services7 open roles here · WLB 56/100
AMFM Healthcare6 open roles here · WLB 32/100Centra Care6 open roles here · WLB 53/100