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
These 22 roles pay ~$85k median with 6.4/10 median work-life balance — use these as your benchmarks.
Psychotherapist - LCSW, LMFT, LPCC
Altru Health SystemGrand Forks, ND
Mental Health Therapist
Psychiatric Medical CareWilliston, ND
Licensed Addiction Counselor (LAC) Outpatient Clinic
Community Medical ServicesFargo, ND
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC)
Northland Health CentersMinot, ND
Child/Adolescent Outpatient Therapist
Community-Based Therapist
Nexus Family HealingGrand Forks, ND
Adolescent Addiction Counselor-Treatment Prog
Standing Rock Sioux TribeFort Yates, ND
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Deer Oaks - The Behavioral Health SolutionEmployer score · SilverBismarck, ND
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC)
Deer Oaks - The Behavioral Health SolutionEmployer score · SilverBismarck, ND
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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.
| State | Median pay (12 mo) | vs ND | WLB | Postings (12 mo) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Dakota (this page) | $79k | — | 5.9/10 | 108 |
| Wyoming#1 | $99k | +$20k | 6.1/10 | 52 |
| Nevada#2 | $96k | +$17k | 5.6/10 | 206 |
| Alaska#3 | $96k | +$17k | 5.4/10 | 165 |
| Delaware#4 | $90k | +$11k | 6.9/10 | 244 |
| South Dakotaborders | $79k | +$0k | 5.7/10 | 96 |
| Montanaborders | $75k | −$4k | 5.9/10 | 163 |
| Minnesotaborders | $74k | −$6k | 6.3/10 | 706 |
“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 19% 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. Among current listings, 38% with no on-call and 50% with no weekends. 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 Minot Family YMCA, Nexus Family Healing, Deer Oaks - The Behavioral Health Solution, Altru Health System, 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.
Employers hiring now
Organizations with the most openings in Counselor Jobs in North Dakota
Management and Training3 open roles here · WLB 59/100
Sanford Health3 open roles here · WLB 60/100
Share House3 open roles here · WLB 35/100
Altru Health System2 open roles here · WLB 64/100- CCommunity Violence Intervention Center2 open roles here
- Deer Oaks - The Behavioral Health Solution2 open roles here · WLB 76/100
- MMinnesota River Area Agency on Aging2 open roles here
- MMinot Family YMCA2 open roles here