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Columbus, Mississippi 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 (8% appear duplicated)

Columbus, Mississippi job market overview (June 2026)

The Columbus, Mississippi job market is currently weak, with a sluggish hiring environment with many long-open roles. Out of 92 active job postings tracked here, 100% 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

  • Hiring is moving slowly here — be prepared for delayed responses and reposted listings.
  • Best opportunities are in store supervisor / manager and retail associate.
  • Many employers don't list salary — be ready to ask early.

Columbus, Mississippi job market

Aggregated from currently-active postings tracked in Columbus, Mississippi.

Wages by employment type

BucketJobsMedian annualMedian hourly
Part-time6—$17.57/hr n=5
Full-time3——
Temporary1——

Wages by sector

BucketJobsMedian annualMedian hourly
Retail57—$17.57/hr n=6
Food Service / Restaurants41——
Consumer Goods14—$17.57/hr n=6
Transportation & Logistics7——
Telecommunications3——

Top categories

  • Store Supervisor / Manager15
  • Retail Associate9
  • Crew / Cashier6
  • Beauty Advisor / Stylist5
  • Shift Supervisor / Service Lead5
  • Food Service4

Top occupations (SOC)

  • Retail Salespersons3
  • Fast Food and Counter Workers2
  • Waiters and Waitresses1
  • Dishwashers1
  • Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop1
  • Customer Service Representatives1

In-demand skills

Top sectors

  • Retail57
  • Food Service / Restaurants41
  • Consumer Goods14
  • Transportation & Logistics7
  • Telecommunications3
  • Healthcare2

Employment mix

  • Unspecified82 · 89%
  • Part-time6 · 7%
  • Full-time3 · 3%
  • Temporary1 · 1%

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