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Manchester, CT 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 matches the national median ($26.34/hr vs $26/hr national)

Manchester, CT job market overview (July 2026)

The Manchester, CT job market is currently weak, with a sluggish hiring environment with many long-open roles. Out of 124 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.

Manchester, CT job market

Aggregated from currently-active postings tracked in Manchester, CT.

Wages by employment type

BucketJobsMedian annualMedian hourly
Part-time32—$26.17/hr n=10
Full-time6—$32.52/hr n=3
Temporary3——
Contract1——

Wages by sector

BucketJobsMedian annualMedian hourly
Retail74—$26.34/hr n=8
Food Service / Restaurants31——
Consumer Goods24—$26.34/hr n=8
Healthcare22—$22.49/hr n=5
Professional Services12——

Top categories

  • Store Supervisor / Manager20
  • Retail Associate11
  • Beauty Advisor / Stylist9
  • Server / Host8
  • Registered Nurse7
  • Crew / Cashier6

Top occupations (SOC)

  • Fast Food and Counter Workers3
  • Retail Salespersons3
  • Cooks, Restaurant1
  • Bartenders1
  • Waiters and Waitresses1
  • Stockers and Order Fillers1

In-demand skills

Top sectors

  • Retail74
  • Food Service / Restaurants31
  • Consumer Goods24
  • Healthcare22
  • Professional Services12
  • Technology1

Employment mix

  • Unspecified82 · 66%
  • Part-time32 · 26%
  • Full-time6 · 5%
  • Temporary3 · 2%
  • Contract1 · 1%

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