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Somerset, Kentucky Job Market Score

Driven by
  • Slow inflow of new postings (only 14% from the last 14 days)
  • Few reposted listings (15% appear duplicated)
  • Net hiring is positive (+6 this week — 10 added vs 4 removed)

Somerset, Kentucky job market overview (May 2026)

The Somerset, Kentucky job market is currently cooling, with signs of slowing hiring activity. Out of 130 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.

Somerset, Kentucky job market

Aggregated from currently-active postings tracked in Somerset, Kentucky.

Top categories

  • Store Supervisor / Manager37
  • Retail Associate21
  • Server / Host11
  • Crew / Cashier7
  • Cook / Kitchen6
  • Restaurant Manager / GM6

Top occupations (SOC)

  • Fast Food and Counter Workers4
  • Waiters and Waitresses3
  • Retail Salespersons3
  • Pharmacy Technicians2
  • Cooks, Restaurant2
  • Dishwashers2

In-demand skills

Top sectors

  • Retail91
  • Food Service / Restaurants48
  • Healthcare6
  • Consumer Goods2

Employment mix

  • Unspecified114 · 88%
  • Part-time7 · 5%
  • Full-time5 · 4%
  • Intern4 · 3%

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