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Clifton, NJ Job Market Score

Driven by
  • Few reposted listings (10% appear duplicated)
  • Slow inflow of new postings (only 18% from the last 14 days)
  • Pay is below the national median ($93k vs $139k national)

Clifton, NJ job market overview (May 2026)

The Clifton, NJ job market is currently cooling, with a sluggish hiring environment with many long-open roles. Out of 122 active job postings tracked here, 58% have been open for more than 30 days. Hiring is concentrated in pharmacy and engineering, with retail as the leading sector.

What this means for job seekers

  • Hiring is moving slowly here — be prepared for delayed responses and reposted listings.
  • Best opportunities are in pharmacy and engineering.
  • Many employers don't list salary — be ready to ask early.

Clifton, NJ job market

Aggregated from currently-active postings tracked in Clifton, NJ.

Wages by sector

BucketJobsMedian annualMedian hourly
Retail81——
Technology26——
Manufacturing26——
Consumer Goods16——
Financial Services11$67k n=7—

Top categories

  • Pharmacy10
  • Engineering8
  • Store Supervisor / Manager7
  • Beauty Advisor / Stylist7
  • Crew / Cashier6
  • Retail Associate6

Top occupations (SOC)

  • Managers, All Other5
  • Software Developers3
  • Customer Service Representatives3
  • Management Analysts2
  • First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers2
  • Fast Food and Counter Workers2

In-demand skills

Top sectors

  • Retail81
  • Technology26
  • Manufacturing26
  • Consumer Goods16
  • Financial Services11
  • Healthcare10

Employment mix

  • Unspecified92 · 75%
  • Part-time21 · 17%
  • Temporary4 · 3%
  • Intern4 · 3%
  • Full-time1 · 1%

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