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Newton, MA 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 ($25.83/hr vs $26/hr national)

Newton, MA job market overview (June 2026)

The Newton, MA job market is currently weak, with a sluggish hiring environment with many long-open roles. Out of 103 active job postings tracked here, 100% have been open for more than 30 days. Hiring is concentrated in engineering and registered nurse, with professional 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 engineering and registered nurse.
  • Many employers don't list salary — be ready to ask early.

Newton, MA job market

Aggregated from currently-active postings tracked in Newton, MA.

Wages by employment type

BucketJobsMedian annualMedian hourly
Part-time9—$25.67/hr n=6
Full-time5$170k n=4—
Contract3——

Wages by sector

BucketJobsMedian annualMedian hourly
Professional Services61——
Energy41——
Healthcare34$170k n=4—
Consumer Goods13—$25.83/hr n=6
Retail11—$25.83/hr n=6

Top categories

  • Engineering7
  • Registered Nurse4
  • Shift Supervisor / Service Lead3
  • Retail Associate2
  • Crew / Cashier2
  • Cook / Kitchen2

Top occupations (SOC)

  • First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers4
  • Fast Food and Counter Workers2
  • Managers, All Other1

In-demand skills

Top sectors

  • Professional Services61
  • Energy41
  • Healthcare34
  • Consumer Goods13
  • Retail11
  • Food Service / Restaurants7

Employment mix

  • Unspecified86 · 83%
  • Part-time9 · 9%
  • Full-time5 · 5%
  • Contract3 · 3%

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