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CT - Hartford Job Market Score

Driven by
  • Slow inflow of new postings (only 2% from the last 14 days)
  • Few reposted listings (24% appear duplicated)
  • Pay is below the national median ($98k vs $135k national)

CT - Hartford job market overview (May 2026)

The CT - Hartford job market is currently weak, with a sluggish hiring environment with many long-open roles. Out of 42 active job postings tracked here, 71% have been open for more than 30 days. Hiring is concentrated in director and data engineering, with financial services 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 director and data engineering.
  • Many employers don't list salary — be ready to ask early.

CT - Hartford job market

Aggregated from currently-active postings tracked in CT - Hartford.

Wages by sector

BucketJobsMedian annualMedian hourly
Financial Services31$98k n=4—
Retail11——

Top categories

  • Director7
  • Data Engineering4
  • Account Executive3
  • VP1
  • Legal1
  • Store Supervisor / Manager1

Top occupations (SOC)

  • Software Developers10
  • Managers, All Other9
  • Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Technical and Scientific Products3
  • Project Management Specialists2
  • Chief Executives1
  • Accountants and Auditors1

In-demand skills

Top sectors

  • Financial Services31
  • Retail11

Employment mix

  • Unspecified41 · 98%
  • Contract1 · 2%

Top hiring companies

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