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Cooling

Beaufort, SC Job Market Score

Driven by
  • Pay is below the national median ($18.34/hr vs $21.08/hr national)
  • Few reposted listings (13% appear duplicated)
  • Slow inflow of new postings (only 28% from the last 14 days)

Beaufort, SC job market overview (May 2026)

The Beaufort, SC job market is currently cooling, with a mix of fresh hiring and slower-moving roles. Out of 100 active job postings tracked here, 35% have been open for more than 30 days. Hiring is concentrated in store supervisor / manager and retail associate, with retail as the leading sector.

What this means for job seekers

  • Expect a typical mix of fast and slow-moving roles.
  • Best opportunities are in store supervisor / manager and retail associate.
  • Many employers don't list salary — be ready to ask early.

Beaufort, SC job market

Aggregated from currently-active postings tracked in Beaufort, SC.

Wages by employment type

BucketJobsMedian annualMedian hourly
Part-time11—$18.34/hr n=5
Full-time7——
Contract3——

Wages by sector

BucketJobsMedian annualMedian hourly
Retail65—$18.34/hr n=7
Food Service / Restaurants30——
Consumer Goods17—$18.34/hr n=7
Healthcare11——
Manufacturing5——

Top categories

  • Store Supervisor / Manager18
  • Retail Associate7
  • Crew / Cashier7
  • Beauty Advisor / Stylist6
  • Pharmacy5
  • Shift Supervisor / Service Lead5

Top occupations (SOC)

  • First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers5
  • Fast Food and Counter Workers4
  • Pharmacists3
  • Cooks, Restaurant3
  • First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers3
  • Retail Salespersons2

In-demand skills

Top sectors

  • Retail65
  • Food Service / Restaurants30
  • Consumer Goods17
  • Healthcare11
  • Manufacturing5
  • Government / Public Sector4

Employment mix

  • Unspecified79 · 79%
  • Part-time11 · 11%
  • Full-time7 · 7%
  • Contract3 · 3%

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