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High Point, NC Job Market Score

Driven by
  • Pay is below the national median ($18.57/hr vs $21.08/hr national)
  • Slow inflow of new postings (only 22% from the last 14 days)
  • Few reposted listings (30% appear duplicated)

High Point, NC job market overview (May 2026)

The High Point, NC job market is currently cooling, with a mix of fresh hiring and slower-moving roles. Out of 161 active job postings tracked here, 33% have been open for more than 30 days. Hiring is concentrated in store supervisor / manager and crew / cashier, 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 crew / cashier.
  • Many employers don't list salary — be ready to ask early.

High Point, NC job market

Aggregated from currently-active postings tracked in High Point, NC.

Wages by employment type

BucketJobsMedian annualMedian hourly
Part-time15—$18.57/hr n=5
Temporary5——
Full-time5——
Intern4——
Contract3——

Wages by sector

BucketJobsMedian annualMedian hourly
Retail81—$18.57/hr n=6
Food Service / Restaurants52——
Healthcare36——
Real Estate15——
Professional Services14——

Top categories

  • Store Supervisor / Manager18
  • Crew / Cashier15
  • Pharmacy13
  • Retail Associate13
  • Shift Supervisor / Service Lead9
  • Cook / Kitchen7

Top occupations (SOC)

  • Software Developers10
  • First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers8
  • Fast Food and Counter Workers8
  • Pharmacists5
  • Customer Service Representatives4
  • First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers3

In-demand skills

Top sectors

  • Retail81
  • Food Service / Restaurants52
  • Healthcare36
  • Real Estate15
  • Professional Services14
  • Technology12

Employment mix

  • Unspecified129 · 80%
  • Part-time15 · 9%
  • Temporary5 · 3%
  • Full-time5 · 3%
  • Intern4 · 2%
  • Contract3 · 2%

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