As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Foster Care Worker in Akaska, SD is $59,344, equivalent to $29 per hour, $1,141 weekly, or $4,945 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Foster Care Worker in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Foster Care Worker in Akaska, SD vary widely, spanning from $47,947 to $73,404. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($53,379) and 75th percentile ($66,703), while top earners (90th percentile) make $73,404 per year. This $13,324 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Planning or Patient Care, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Akaska Foster Care Worker often earn 0.9% lower than national averages. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Foster Care Worker Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Foster Care Worker Salary $47,947 Akaska, SD June 01, 2026
25th Percentile Foster Care Worker Salary $53,379 Akaska, SD June 01, 2026
50th Percentile Foster Care Worker Salary $59,344 Akaska, SD June 01, 2026
75th Percentile Foster Care Worker Salary $66,703 Akaska, SD June 01, 2026
90th Percentile Foster Care Worker Salary $73,404 Akaska, SD June 01, 2026
25% $53,379 10% $47,947 90% $73,404 75% $66,703 $59,344 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Akaska, South Dakota    Akaska is a town in Walworth County, South Dakota, United States. The population was 42 at the 2010 census. The community name derives from a Sioux w....More

Akaska, South Dakota  area prices were up 0.8% from a year ago

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