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Ventura, CA Job Market Score

Driven by
  • Pay is above the national median ($29.85/hr vs $21.08/hr national)
  • Few reposted listings (17% appear duplicated)
  • Net hiring is positive (+11 this week — 13 added vs 2 removed)

Ventura, CA job market overview (May 2026)

The Ventura, CA job market is currently stable, with a mix of fresh hiring and slower-moving roles. Out of 118 active job postings tracked here, 33% have been open for more than 30 days. Hiring is concentrated in retail associate and store supervisor / manager, 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 retail associate and store supervisor / manager.
  • Many employers don't list salary — be ready to ask early.

Ventura, CA job market

Aggregated from currently-active postings tracked in Ventura, CA.

Wages by employment type

BucketJobsMedian annualMedian hourly
Part-time30—$29.85/hr n=5
Full-time7——
Contract3——
Intern1——

Wages by sector

BucketJobsMedian annualMedian hourly
Retail60—$29.85/hr n=7
Food Service / Restaurants42——
Consumer Goods35—$29.85/hr n=6
Healthcare7——
Financial Services2——

Top categories

  • Retail Associate16
  • Store Supervisor / Manager9
  • Crew / Cashier9
  • Beauty Advisor / Stylist8
  • Delivery Driver5
  • Restaurant Manager / GM4

Top occupations (SOC)

  • Managers, All Other7
  • Retail Salespersons6
  • First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers6
  • Fast Food and Counter Workers6
  • Cooks, Restaurant2
  • Sales Managers1

In-demand skills

Top sectors

  • Retail60
  • Food Service / Restaurants42
  • Consumer Goods35
  • Healthcare7
  • Financial Services2
  • Professional Services2

Employment mix

  • Unspecified77 · 65%
  • Part-time30 · 25%
  • Full-time7 · 6%
  • Contract3 · 3%
  • Intern1 · 1%

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