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Opelousas, LA Job Market Score

Driven by
  • Few reposted listings (4% appear duplicated)
  • Slow inflow of new postings (only 12% from the last 14 days)
  • High share of long-open postings (63% open 30+ days)

Opelousas, LA job market overview (May 2026)

The Opelousas, LA job market is currently cooling, with a sluggish hiring environment with many long-open roles. Out of 52 active job postings tracked here, 63% 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.

Opelousas, LA job market

Aggregated from currently-active postings tracked in Opelousas, LA.

Top categories

  • Store Supervisor / Manager25
  • Retail Associate11
  • Food Service2
  • Director1
  • Beauty Advisor / Stylist1
  • Server / Host1

Top occupations (SOC)

  • Managers, All Other1
  • Fast Food and Counter Workers1
  • Retail Salespersons1

In-demand skills

Top sectors

  • Retail46
  • Food Service / Restaurants5
  • Consumer Goods1
  • Real Estate1
  • Professional Services1

Employment mix

  • Unspecified50 · 96%
  • Full-time1 · 2%
  • Part-time1 · 2%

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