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Meridian, MS Job Market Score

Driven by
  • Slow inflow of new postings (only 0% from the last 14 days)
  • High share of long-open postings (100% open 30+ days)
  • Few reposted listings (7% appear duplicated)

Meridian, MS job market overview (June 2026)

The Meridian, MS job market is currently weak, with a sluggish hiring environment with many long-open roles. Out of 110 active job postings tracked here, 100% have been open for more than 30 days. Hiring is concentrated in store supervisor / manager and food service, with food service / restaurants 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 food service.
  • Many employers don't list salary — be ready to ask early.

Meridian, MS job market

Aggregated from currently-active postings tracked in Meridian, MS.

Top categories

  • Store Supervisor / Manager20
  • Food Service13
  • Server / Host10
  • Beauty Advisor / Stylist6
  • Cook / Kitchen6
  • Retail Associate5

Top occupations (SOC)

  • Fast Food and Counter Workers4
  • Retail Salespersons3
  • Cooks, Restaurant2
  • Waiters and Waitresses2
  • General and Operations Managers1
  • Maintenance and Repair Workers, General1

In-demand skills

Top sectors

  • Food Service / Restaurants48
  • Retail45
  • Consumer Goods8
  • Healthcare6
  • Manufacturing4
  • Professional Services3

Employment mix

  • Unspecified101 · 92%
  • Full-time7 · 6%
  • Temporary1 · 1%
  • Part-time1 · 1%

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