Counselor Jobs in South Dakota
Across 35 live Counselor listings in South Dakota, median advertised pay is $97K (75th percentile $120K), based on the 21 that state a salary; South Dakota ranks 17th of 51 states by median advertised pay; the employers with the most openings are Gotham Enterprises (7), Sanford Health (5), Avera Health (4).
35+ positions available
Figures are computed from live listings and reviewed by WeekdayDoc’s physician-led editorial team; data as of October 21, 2026. Posted ranges, not accepted offers. How we compute this
These 21 roles pay ~$97k median with 6.0/10 median work-life balance — use these as your benchmarks.
Salary Distribution
21 jobs · 7 employersAnnual compensation range
Work-Life Balance Distribution
21 jobs · 7 employersHigher = better work-life balance
Mental Health Counselor or Mental Health Therapist | Behavioral Health
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)
Gotham EnterprisesEmployer score · SilverRemote
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Counselor Pay in South Dakota: Live Market and State Comparison
Live counselor listings in South Dakota today, then South 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
- 35
- Live median
- $97k
- 75th $120k · n=21
- 12-mo median
- $78k
- Pay rank
- #17 of 51
- Work-life
- 5.7/10 · #22
- 12-mo postings
- 98
Counselor roles in South Dakota advertise $2k above the $76k median across the 51 states we can measure, where Wyoming leads at $99k.
| State | Median pay (12 mo) | vs SD | WLB | Postings (12 mo) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Dakota (this page) | $78k | — | 5.7/10 | 98 |
| Wyomingborders | $99k | +$21k | 6.1/10 | 52 |
| Alaska#2 | $96k | +$18k | 5.4/10 | 165 |
| North Dakotaborders | $79k | +$1k | 5.9/10 | 108 |
| Montanaborders | $75k | −$3k | 5.9/10 | 163 |
| Nebraskaborders | $75k | −$3k | 5.5/10 | 200 |
| Minnesotaborders | $74k | −$5k | 6.3/10 | 710 |
| Iowaborders | $68k | −$10k | 5.7/10 | 401 |
“borders” = shares a border with South Dakota; “#n” = national pay rank among the 51 measured states. Live figures count the listings on WeekdayDoc today (updated Oct 21, 2026); 12-month figures include postings since closed, so states compare on the same basis.
- Most openings on this page:
- Gotham Enterprises (7), Sanford Health (5), Avera Health (4)
- 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 South Dakota.
How much do counselors earn in South 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. Among current listings, 30% with no weekends. You can sort by work-life-balance score to surface the lowest-burnout roles first.
Who is hiring counselors in South Dakota right now?
Employers currently hiring for counselor roles include Avera Health, Carroll Institute, Sanford Health, Keystone Treatment Center, and others. WeekdayDoc aggregates verified openings from these and other organizations, refreshed daily.
How many counselor jobs in South Dakota are available, and how often are they updated?
There are currently 35 counselors positions in South 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 South Dakota
Gotham Enterprises7 open roles here · WLB 96/100
Sanford Health5 open roles here · WLB 60/100
Avera Health4 open roles here · WLB 30/100Lutheran Social Service3 open roles here · WLB 75/100
Amedisys2 open roles here · WLB 64/100
- CCarroll Institute2 open roles here
Keystone Treatment Center2 open roles here · WLB 75/100
Ladgov2 open roles here · WLB 79/100