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Santa Maria, CA Job Market Score

Driven by
  • Pay is above the national median ($29.85/hr vs $21.08/hr national)
  • Net hiring is positive (+34 this week — 35 added vs 1 removed)
  • Slow inflow of new postings (only 21% from the last 14 days)

Santa Maria, CA job market overview (May 2026)

The Santa Maria, CA job market is currently stable, with a mix of fresh hiring and slower-moving roles. Out of 233 active job postings tracked here, 32% have been open for more than 30 days. Hiring is concentrated in retail associate and pharmacy, with healthcare as the leading sector.

What this means for job seekers

  • Expect a typical mix of fast and slow-moving roles.
  • Best opportunities are in retail associate and pharmacy.
  • Many employers don't list salary — be ready to ask early.

Santa Maria, CA job market

Aggregated from currently-active postings tracked in Santa Maria, CA.

Wages by employment type

BucketJobsMedian annualMedian hourly
Part-time17—$29.85/hr n=5
Contract7——
Temporary6——
Full-time6——
Intern4——

Wages by sector

BucketJobsMedian annualMedian hourly
Healthcare117——
Retail88—$29.85/hr n=6
Consumer Goods31$123k n=3$29.85/hr n=6
Food Service / Restaurants23——
Transportation & Logistics7——

Top categories

  • Retail Associate12
  • Pharmacy9
  • Crew / Cashier8
  • Beauty Advisor / Stylist7
  • Nursing Assistant / CNA / PCT5
  • Store Supervisor / Manager5

Top occupations (SOC)

  • Physical Therapists20
  • Managers, All Other11
  • Registered Nurses11
  • Occupational Therapists6
  • Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses5
  • Retail Salespersons4

In-demand skills

Top sectors

  • Healthcare117
  • Retail88
  • Consumer Goods31
  • Food Service / Restaurants23
  • Transportation & Logistics7
  • Professional Services4

Employment mix

  • Unspecified193 · 83%
  • Part-time17 · 7%
  • Contract7 · 3%
  • Temporary6 · 3%
  • Full-time6 · 3%
  • Intern4 · 2%

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