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Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton, NC Job Market Score

Driven by
  • Few reposted listings (2% appear duplicated)
  • Slow inflow of new postings (only 16% from the last 14 days)
  • High share of long-open postings (66% open 30+ days)

Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton, NC job market overview (May 2026)

The Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton, NC job market is currently cooling, with a sluggish hiring environment with many long-open roles. Out of 58 active job postings tracked here, 66% 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

  • Hiring is moving slowly here — be prepared for delayed responses and reposted listings.
  • Best opportunities are in store supervisor / manager and retail associate.
  • Many employers don't list salary — be ready to ask early.

Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton, NC job market

Aggregated from currently-active postings tracked in Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton, NC.

Top categories

  • Store Supervisor / Manager25
  • Retail Associate8
  • Crew / Cashier4
  • Delivery Driver2
  • Pharmacy2
  • Beauty Advisor / Stylist1

Top occupations (SOC)

  • Fast Food and Counter Workers3
  • Retail Salespersons3
  • First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers2
  • First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers1
  • Pharmacy Technicians1

In-demand skills

Top sectors

  • Retail43
  • Food Service / Restaurants9
  • Financial Services3
  • Healthcare2
  • Consumer Goods2
  • Technology1

Employment mix

  • Unspecified53 · 91%
  • Part-time3 · 5%
  • Full-time2 · 3%

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