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title: Jobs in Brookings, SD — Open Roles & Pay Trends
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# Jobs in Brookings, SD — Open Roles & Pay Trends

**State:** [South Dakota Jobs Hiring Now | Salary, Industries, Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/south-dakota?utm_source=ai_markdown)
**Country:** [Top Job Trends By Locations](https://www.foundrole.com/locations?utm_source=ai_markdown)
**Open jobs:** 149
## Summary

- Postings on employer career sites published Jun 1 – Sep 28, 2026: 216
- Median salary: $38K
- Salary range (P25–P75): $30K – $64K
- Remote share: 3.7%

## Top industries in Brookings, SD

| Industry | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Retail | 31 | — |

**H1B sponsorship (FY2025 Q4 – FY2026 Q3):** 5 employers filed 22 petitions.

## Top visa sponsors in Brookings, SD

| Company | Workers | Median filed wage |
|---|---|---|
| The Oscar Larson Performing Arts Center | 18 | — |
| Cornell University | 1 | — |
| National Institutes of Health | 1 | — |
| Solventum | 1 | — |
| Department of Chicano and Latino Studies UMN | 1 | — |

## Nearby cities hiring

| City | Distance | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| [Madison, SD Jobs — Hiring Trends & Top Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/south-dakota/madison?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 26.3 mi | 0 | — |
| [Hiring in Lake Norden, SD — Top Employers & Pay Data](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/south-dakota/lake-norden?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 27.5 mi | 0 | — |
| [Jobs in Dell Rapids, SD — Hiring Trends & Top Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/south-dakota/dell-rapids?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 34.0 mi | 0 | — |

## Frequently Asked Questions

### What industries are hiring most in Brookings, SD?

education, research, healthcare, and manufacturing are among the main hiring lanes in Brookings. That mix reflects South Dakota State University, research, healthcare, and advanced manufacturing, plus employers such as South Dakota State University, 3M Brookings, and Avera Health, which keep both frontline and professional roles active.
### Are there seasonal hiring patterns in Brookings, SD?

Brookings can show seasonal movement when tourism, retail, construction, or academic demand rises, but the steadier base usually comes from education, research, healthcare. Watching employer activity by month helps show whether the market is broadening or narrowing.
### Who are the top employers hiring in Brookings, SD?

Top employers in Brookings often include South Dakota State University, 3M Brookings, Avera Health, and research and agribusiness employers. The employer table on this page is more useful than a static “largest employer” list because it reflects which organizations are posting roles right now.
### Are remote jobs available in Brookings, SD?

Remote listings exist, especially for administrative or technical work, though much of the market still depends on jobs performed at local facilities. Use the work-type filters on this page to separate remote, hybrid, and fully on-site jobs.
### Which nearby markets pair well with a Brookings job search?

Sioux Falls, Madison, and Watertown-linked routes are common next steps when you want a wider search radius from Brookings. The nearby cities list on this page and the <a href="/locations/south-dakota">South Dakota jobs page</a> make it easier to compare openings, pay, and employers across the state.
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