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Scranton, PA 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 (10% appear duplicated)

Scranton, PA job market overview (June 2026)

The Scranton, PA job market is currently weak, with a sluggish hiring environment with many long-open roles. Out of 120 active job postings tracked here, 100% have been open for more than 30 days. Hiring is concentrated in registered nurse and store supervisor / manager, 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 registered nurse and store supervisor / manager.
  • Many employers don't list salary — be ready to ask early.

Scranton, PA job market

Aggregated from currently-active postings tracked in Scranton, PA.

Top categories

  • Registered Nurse15
  • Store Supervisor / Manager14
  • Retail Associate10
  • Beauty Advisor / Stylist8
  • Food Service4
  • Crew / Cashier3

Top occupations (SOC)

  • Managers, All Other3
  • First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers3
  • Fast Food and Counter Workers2
  • Retail Salespersons2
  • General and Operations Managers1
  • Industrial Engineers1

In-demand skills

Top sectors

  • Retail62
  • Healthcare20
  • Professional Services18
  • Food Service / Restaurants18
  • Consumer Goods18
  • Manufacturing15

Employment mix

  • Unspecified94 · 78%
  • Part-time9 · 8%
  • Contract6 · 5%
  • Full-time6 · 5%
  • Temporary4 · 3%
  • Intern1 · 1%

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