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Cooling

Oxford, MS Job Market Score

Driven by
  • Few reposted listings (8% appear duplicated)
  • Pay is below the national median ($17.57/hr vs $21.08/hr national)
  • Slow inflow of new postings (only 19% from the last 14 days)

Oxford, MS job market overview (May 2026)

The Oxford, MS job market is currently cooling, with a sluggish hiring environment with many long-open roles. Out of 78 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.

Oxford, MS job market

Aggregated from currently-active postings tracked in Oxford, MS.

Wages by employment type

BucketJobsMedian annualMedian hourly
Part-time5$17.57/hr n=5
Full-time4
Intern1

Wages by sector

BucketJobsMedian annualMedian hourly
Retail54$17.57/hr n=6
Food Service / Restaurants32
Consumer Goods14$17.57/hr n=6
Healthcare6
Manufacturing3

Top categories

  • Store Supervisor / Manager19
  • Retail Associate8
  • Crew / Cashier6
  • Beauty Advisor / Stylist6
  • Shift Supervisor / Service Lead6
  • Delivery Driver4

Top occupations (SOC)

  • Fast Food and Counter Workers4
  • First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers3
  • Retail Salespersons2
  • Customer Service Representatives2
  • Pharmacy Technicians2
  • Managers, All Other1

In-demand skills

Top sectors

  • Retail54
  • Food Service / Restaurants32
  • Consumer Goods14
  • Healthcare6
  • Manufacturing3
  • Professional Services2

Employment mix

  • Unspecified68 · 87%
  • Part-time5 · 6%
  • Full-time4 · 5%
  • Intern1 · 1%

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