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Smithfield, NC 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 (6% appear duplicated)

Smithfield, NC job market overview (June 2026)

The Smithfield, NC job market is currently weak, with a sluggish hiring environment with many long-open roles. Out of 72 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.

Smithfield, NC job market

Aggregated from currently-active postings tracked in Smithfield, NC.

Wages by employment type

BucketJobsMedian annualMedian hourly
Part-time17$18.57/hr n=5
Temporary4
Full-time2

Wages by sector

BucketJobsMedian annualMedian hourly
Retail41$18.57/hr n=5
Food Service / Restaurants21
Consumer Goods16$18.57/hr n=5
Healthcare7
Real Estate5

Top categories

  • Store Supervisor / Manager13
  • Retail Associate9
  • Food Service5
  • Server / Host5
  • Cook / Kitchen3
  • Pharmacy2

Top occupations (SOC)

  • Retail Salespersons2
  • First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers1
  • Cooks, Restaurant1
  • Bartenders1
  • Maintenance and Repair Workers, General1
  • Waiters and Waitresses1

In-demand skills

Top sectors

  • Retail41
  • Food Service / Restaurants21
  • Consumer Goods16
  • Healthcare7
  • Real Estate5
  • Professional Services2

Employment mix

  • Unspecified49 · 68%
  • Part-time17 · 24%
  • Temporary4 · 6%
  • Full-time2 · 3%

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