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Lake Wales, FL 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 (0% appear duplicated)

Lake Wales, FL job market overview (June 2026)

The Lake Wales, FL job market is currently weak, with a sluggish hiring environment with many long-open roles. Out of 52 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.

Lake Wales, FL job market

Aggregated from currently-active postings tracked in Lake Wales, FL.

Wages by employment type

BucketJobsMedian annualMedian hourly
Part-time6—$20.82/hr n=5
Full-time2——

Wages by sector

BucketJobsMedian annualMedian hourly
Retail29—$20.82/hr n=6
Food Service / Restaurants21——
Consumer Goods11—$20.82/hr n=6
Transportation & Logistics3——

Top categories

  • Store Supervisor / Manager17
  • Retail Associate8
  • Crew / Cashier3
  • Server / Host3
  • Cook / Kitchen2
  • Delivery Driver2

Top occupations (SOC)

  • Retail Salespersons2
  • Fast Food and Counter Workers1

In-demand skills

Top sectors

  • Retail29
  • Food Service / Restaurants21
  • Consumer Goods11
  • Transportation & Logistics3

Employment mix

  • Unspecified44 · 85%
  • Part-time6 · 12%
  • Full-time2 · 4%

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