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Compton, CA 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)
  • Pay is above the national median ($29.85/hr vs $26/hr national)

Compton, CA job market overview (June 2026)

The Compton, CA job market is currently weak, with a sluggish hiring environment with many long-open roles. Out of 74 active job postings tracked here, 100% have been open for more than 30 days. Hiring is concentrated in crew / cashier and store supervisor / manager, with food service / restaurants 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 crew / cashier and store supervisor / manager.
  • Many employers don't list salary — be ready to ask early.

Compton, CA job market

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

Wages by employment type

BucketJobsMedian annualMedian hourly
Part-time14—$29.85/hr n=5
Full-time3——
Intern1——

Wages by sector

BucketJobsMedian annualMedian hourly
Food Service / Restaurants43——
Retail33—$29.85/hr n=7
Consumer Goods16—$29.85/hr n=6
Manufacturing5——
Technology1——

Top categories

  • Crew / Cashier9
  • Store Supervisor / Manager8
  • Food Service7
  • Retail Associate7
  • Beauty Advisor / Stylist5
  • Shift Supervisor / Service Lead5

Top occupations (SOC)

  • First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers4
  • First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers3
  • Software Developers1
  • Fast Food and Counter Workers1

In-demand skills

Top sectors

  • Food Service / Restaurants43
  • Retail33
  • Consumer Goods16
  • Manufacturing5
  • Technology1

Employment mix

  • Unspecified56 · 76%
  • Part-time14 · 19%
  • Full-time3 · 4%
  • Intern1 · 1%

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