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South Gate, CA Job Market Score

Driven by
  • Pay is above the national median ($205k vs $138k national)
  • Few reposted listings (21% appear duplicated)
  • Most postings refresh within a month (31% open 30+ days)

South Gate, CA job market overview (May 2026)

The South Gate, CA job market is currently stable, with a mix of fresh hiring and slower-moving roles. Out of 52 active job postings tracked here, 31% have been open for more than 30 days. Hiring is concentrated in crew / cashier and retail associate, with retail as the leading sector.

What this means for job seekers

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

South Gate, CA job market

Aggregated from currently-active postings tracked in South Gate, CA.

Wages by employment type

BucketJobsMedian annualMedian hourly
Contract3$212k n=3
Full-time3
Intern2
Temporary2
Part-time2

Wages by sector

BucketJobsMedian annualMedian hourly
Retail27
Food Service / Restaurants22
Healthcare10
Consumer Goods8
Professional Services3$212k n=3

Top categories

  • Crew / Cashier8
  • Retail Associate7
  • Store Supervisor / Manager4
  • Pharmacy4
  • Food Service3
  • Delivery Driver2

Top occupations (SOC)

  • Fast Food and Counter Workers3
  • First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers2
  • Project Management Specialists1
  • Cooks, Restaurant1
  • Retail Salespersons1
  • Pharmacy Technicians1

In-demand skills

Top sectors

  • Retail27
  • Food Service / Restaurants22
  • Healthcare10
  • Consumer Goods8
  • Professional Services3
  • Technology1

Employment mix

  • Unspecified40 · 77%
  • Contract3 · 6%
  • Full-time3 · 6%
  • Intern2 · 4%
  • Temporary2 · 4%
  • Part-time2 · 4%

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