Discover financial advisor jobs in South Dakota — salary data, licensing requirements, and top firms in Sioux Falls and beyond
8,200+ financial services jobs available across South Dakota. Average salary $68,000 - $110,000. Get Series 7 sponsored and launch your career today.
Key statistics for financial advisor careers across South Dakota's 4+ major cities
Major cities offering the best financial advisor career opportunities in South Dakota
A leading financial center in South Dakota with strong demand for licensed financial advisors. Home to regional offices of national wirehouses and growing independent firms.
A leading financial center in South Dakota with strong demand for licensed financial advisors. Home to regional offices of national wirehouses and growing independent firms.
Leading financial firms actively recruiting advisors across South Dakota
Plus hundreds of regional and independent broker-dealers throughout South Dakota
Required licenses to practice as a financial advisor in South Dakota
The General Securities Representative license — required to sell stocks, bonds, options, and most securities products.
Combines the Series 63 and 65 — covers state securities regulations and investment advisory requirements.
Market conditions, salary trends, and growth opportunities for financial advisors across South Dakota
South Dakota has approximately 8,200+ financial services positions with a projected growth rate of 7% through 2034. The aging population and increasing need for retirement planning continue to drive demand for qualified advisors in Sioux Falls, Rapid City, and beyond.
Financial advisors in South Dakota earn $68,000 - $110,000 on average. Entry-level representatives typically start at the lower end while senior advisors with established client bases earn at the top of the range through commissions, fees, and bonuses. The cost of living in South Dakota makes these salaries highly competitive.
South Dakota's leading financial employers include Wells Fargo, First Premier Bank, Great Western Bank, Edward Jones, and numerous independent broker-dealers. Wirehouses like Morgan Stanley and Merrill Lynch have regional offices in Sioux Falls, while Edward Jones and Raymond James maintain strong local presences across the state.
Sioux Falls, Rapid City are South Dakota's top financial centers. Each offers unique advantages — Sioux Falls has the highest concentration of firms and salaries, while Rapid City offers lower competition and strong community-based advisory opportunities.
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