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Johnston, RI Job Market Score

Driven by
  • Pay is above the national median ($24.32/hr vs $21.08/hr national)
  • Net hiring is positive (+8 this week — 8 added vs 0 removed)
  • Few reposted listings (16% appear duplicated)

Johnston, RI job market overview (May 2026)

The Johnston, RI job market is currently stable, with a mix of fresh hiring and slower-moving roles. Out of 44 active job postings tracked here, 39% have been open for more than 30 days. Hiring is concentrated in store supervisor / manager and shift supervisor / service lead, 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 store supervisor / manager and shift supervisor / service lead.
  • Many employers don't list salary — be ready to ask early.

Johnston, RI job market

Aggregated from currently-active postings tracked in Johnston, RI.

Wages by employment type

BucketJobsMedian annualMedian hourly
Part-time10$24.32/hr n=5
Full-time3
Intern2

Wages by sector

BucketJobsMedian annualMedian hourly
Retail36$24.32/hr n=6
Healthcare13
Consumer Goods7$24.32/hr n=6
Technology6
Food Service / Restaurants5

Top categories

  • Store Supervisor / Manager4
  • Shift Supervisor / Service Lead4
  • Retail Associate3
  • Crew / Cashier3
  • Pharmacy3
  • Restaurant Manager / GM2

Top occupations (SOC)

  • First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers3
  • Customer Service Representatives3
  • Managers, All Other2
  • Fast Food and Counter Workers2
  • Retail Salespersons1
  • Stockers and Order Fillers1

In-demand skills

Top sectors

  • Retail36
  • Healthcare13
  • Consumer Goods7
  • Technology6
  • Food Service / Restaurants5
  • Transportation & Logistics5

Employment mix

  • Unspecified29 · 66%
  • Part-time10 · 23%
  • Full-time3 · 7%
  • Intern2 · 5%

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