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Lumberton, NC Job Market Score

Driven by
  • Slow inflow of new postings (only 9% from the last 14 days)
  • Few reposted listings (12% appear duplicated)
  • Hiring is shrinking (8 added vs 13 removed this week)

Lumberton, NC job market overview (May 2026)

The Lumberton, NC job market is currently weak, with signs of slowing hiring activity. Out of 85 active job postings tracked here, 52% 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 longer response times from employers — many roles sit open for over a month.
  • Best opportunities are in store supervisor / manager and retail associate.
  • Many employers don't list salary — be ready to ask early.

Lumberton, NC job market

Aggregated from currently-active postings tracked in Lumberton, NC.

Top categories

  • Store Supervisor / Manager29
  • Retail Associate10
  • Server / Host9
  • Food Service7
  • Pharmacy4
  • Delivery Driver4

Top occupations (SOC)

  • Fast Food and Counter Workers6
  • Retail Salespersons3
  • First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers2
  • Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop2
  • Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers2
  • Dishwashers2

In-demand skills

Top sectors

  • Retail50
  • Food Service / Restaurants32
  • Healthcare5
  • Consumer Goods2
  • Transportation & Logistics2
  • Manufacturing1

Employment mix

  • Unspecified73 · 86%
  • Part-time11 · 13%
  • Full-time1 · 1%

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