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Counselor Jobs in North Dakota

Across 36 live Counselor listings in North Dakota, median advertised pay is $85K (75th percentile $95K), based on the 22 that state a salary; North Dakota ranks 17th of 51 states by median advertised pay; the employers with the most openings are Management and Training (3), Sanford Health (3), Share House (3).

36+ positions available

Figures are computed from live listings and reviewed by WeekdayDoc’s physician-led editorial team; data as of October 20, 2026. Posted ranges, not accepted offers. How we compute this

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36 jobs

These 22 roles pay ~$85k median with 6.4/10 median work-life balance — use these as your benchmarks.

Salary Distribution

22 jobs · 14 employers
6
<$70k
6
$70k-85k
7
$85k-100k
2
$100k-115k
1
$187k

Annual compensation range

Work-Life Balance Distribution

22 jobs · 14 employers
2
1-2
5
3-4
3
5-6
12
7-8
0
9-10

Higher = better work-life balance

CHI St. Alexius Bismarck logo

Behavioral Health Therapist

CHI St. Alexius BismarckBismarck, ND

Counselor
$30.1-$44.77 per hour
21h ago
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Creative Spirit Counseling logo

Mental Health Therapist Full-Time

Creative Spirit CounselingFargo, ND

Counselor
$60,000-$85,000
5d ago
Sanford Health logo

Behavioral Health Therapist | Virtual Care

Sanford HealthRemote

Counselor
$31-$46.5 per hour
1w ago
Coal Country Community Health Center logo

Licensed Behavioral Health Counselor (LCSW, LPCC, LPC)

Coal Country Community Health CenterRemote

Counselor
Pay not disclosed
1w ago
Share House logo

Licensed Addiction Counselor

Share HouseGrand Forks, ND

Counselor
$65,000-$85,000
3w ago
Share House logo

Licensed Addiction Counselor

Share HouseFargo, ND

Counselor
$65,000-$85,000
3w ago
Sanford Health logo

Behavioral Health Therapist or Counselor | Eating Disorders

Sanford HealthFargo, ND

Counselor
$28-$46.5 per hour
3w ago
Sonder Mind logo

Licensed Mental Health Therapist

Sonder MindEmployer score · GoldRemote

Counselor
$72-$90 per hour
30+ days ago
Minnesota River Area Agency on Aging logo

Person-Centered Counselor Bismark Area

Minnesota River Area Agency on AgingBismarck, ND

Counselor
$23.2-$27.56 per hour
30+ days ago
Minnesota River Area Agency on Aging logo

Person-Centered Counselor Minot Area

Minnesota River Area Agency on AgingMinot, ND

Counselor
$23.2-$27.56 per hour
30+ days ago
Who we logo

Licensed Addiction Counselor - Part-Time

Who weEmployer score · SilverFargo, ND

Counselor
$31-$35 per hour
30+ days ago
VENES logo

Licensed Counselor or Licensed Social Worker

VenesMinot, ND

Counselor
$40-$44 per hour
Share House logo

Licensed Addiction Counselor- Sign-On Bonus Eligible

Share HouseGrand Forks, ND

Counselor
$65,000.00-$84,500.00
Management and Training logo

Licensed Addiction Counselor (Part-time)

Management and TrainingMinot, ND

Counselor
$35 per hour
Northland Health Centers logo

Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC)

Northland Health CentersBismarck, ND

Counselor
$70,000 - $77,000

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Counselor Pay in North Dakota: Live Market and State Comparison

Live counselor listings in North Dakota today, then North Dakota against neighboring states and the top payers over the last 12 months of our own postings — so every state is measured alike. Not a salary survey.

Live listings
36
Live median
$85k
75th $95k · n=22
12-mo median
$79k
Pay rank
#17 of 51
Work-life
5.9/10 · #11
12-mo postings
108

Counselor roles in North Dakota advertise $4k above the $76k median across the 51 states we can measure, where Wyoming leads at $99k.

Counselor median pay and work-life-balance score, North Dakota compared with neighboring states and the highest-paying states
StateMedian pay (12 mo)vs NDWLBPostings (12 mo)
North Dakota (this page)$79k—5.9/10108
Wyoming#1$99k+$20k6.1/1052
Nevada#2$96k+$17k5.6/10206
Alaska#3$96k+$17k5.4/10165
Delaware#4$90k+$11k6.9/10244
South Dakotaborders$79k+$0k5.7/1096
Montanaborders$75k−$4k5.9/10163
Minnesotaborders$74k−$6k6.3/10706

“borders” = shares a border with North Dakota; “#n” = national pay rank among the 51 measured states. Live figures count the listings on WeekdayDoc today (updated Oct 20, 2026); 12-month figures include postings since closed, so states compare on the same basis.

Most openings on this page:
Management and Training (3), Sanford Health (3), Share House (3)
Top-rated employers hiring:
BetterHelp (gold, 96/100), Talkiatry (gold, 95/100), Hiaah (gold, 95/100) (Top Employers work-life index)

A few things worth knowing

About Counselor jobs in North Dakota.

How much do counselors earn in North Dakota?

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 counselor 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 counselor 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 North Dakota right now?

Employers currently hiring for counselor roles include Share House, Management and Training, Sanford Health, Minnesota River Area Agency on Aging, and others. WeekdayDoc aggregates verified openings from these and other organizations, refreshed daily.

How many counselor jobs in North Dakota are available, and how often are they updated?

There are currently 36 counselors positions in North Dakota 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.