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Hobbs, NM 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 (11% appear duplicated)

Hobbs, NM job market overview (June 2026)

The Hobbs, NM job market is currently weak, with a sluggish hiring environment with many long-open roles. Out of 170 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.

Hobbs, NM job market

Aggregated from currently-active postings tracked in Hobbs, NM.

Wages by employment type

BucketJobsMedian annualMedian hourly
Part-time11—$21/hr n=5
Full-time5——
Contract1——

Wages by sector

BucketJobsMedian annualMedian hourly
Retail99—$21.04/hr n=6
Healthcare43——
Food Service / Restaurants28——
Transportation & Logistics9——
Consumer Goods8—$21.04/hr n=6

Top categories

  • Store Supervisor / Manager36
  • Retail Associate17
  • Food Service7
  • Server / Host6
  • Crew / Cashier4
  • Cook / Kitchen4

Top occupations (SOC)

  • Registered Nurses2
  • Fast Food and Counter Workers2
  • Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists2
  • Nurse Practitioners1
  • Retail Salespersons1
  • Stockers and Order Fillers1

In-demand skills

Top sectors

  • Retail99
  • Healthcare43
  • Food Service / Restaurants28
  • Transportation & Logistics9
  • Consumer Goods8
  • Technology4

Employment mix

  • Unspecified153 · 90%
  • Part-time11 · 6%
  • Full-time5 · 3%
  • Contract1 · 1%

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