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Murray, KY Job Market Score

Driven by
  • Slow inflow of new postings (only 10% from the last 14 days)
  • Few reposted listings (19% appear duplicated)
  • High share of long-open postings (57% open 30+ days)

Murray, KY job market overview (May 2026)

The Murray, KY job market is currently cooling, with a sluggish hiring environment with many long-open roles. Out of 97 active job postings tracked here, 57% 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.

Murray, KY job market

Aggregated from currently-active postings tracked in Murray, KY.

Top categories

  • Store Supervisor / Manager24
  • Retail Associate12
  • Server / Host9
  • Crew / Cashier8
  • Food Service7
  • Cook / Kitchen7

Top occupations (SOC)

  • Fast Food and Counter Workers6
  • Retail Salespersons3
  • First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers3
  • Waiters and Waitresses3
  • General and Operations Managers2
  • Dishwashers2

In-demand skills

Top sectors

  • Retail53
  • Food Service / Restaurants43
  • Manufacturing4
  • Financial Services1
  • Consumer Goods1
  • Professional Services1

Employment mix

  • Unspecified87 · 90%
  • Part-time8 · 8%
  • Full-time1 · 1%
  • Intern1 · 1%

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