Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| South Dakota | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $51,830 | $67,290 | -23% |
| Median hourly wage | $24.92 | $32.35 | -23% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $58,499.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a School Counselor in South Dakota is $51,830, or about $24.92 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for School Counselors is $67,290. South Dakota is -23% below the national median.
Entry-level school counselors in South Dakota typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 1,000 school counselor jobs on record and a median salary of $51,830, South Dakota offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.