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Southport, NC Job Market Score

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  • Net hiring is positive (+11 this week — 11 added vs 0 removed)
  • Few reposted listings (24% appear duplicated)
  • Most postings refresh within a month (26% open 30+ days)

Southport, NC job market overview (May 2026)

The Southport, NC job market is currently stable, with a mix of fresh hiring and slower-moving roles. Out of 54 active job postings tracked here, 26% have been open for more than 30 days. Hiring is concentrated in retail associate and store supervisor / manager, with retail as the leading sector.

What this means for job seekers

  • Expect a typical mix of fast and slow-moving roles.
  • Best opportunities are in retail associate and store supervisor / manager.
  • Many employers don't list salary — be ready to ask early.

Southport, NC job market

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

Top categories

  • Retail Associate9
  • Store Supervisor / Manager7
  • Warehouse / Stocker3
  • Crew / Cashier2
  • Customer Success1
  • Delivery Driver1

Top occupations (SOC)

  • Retail Salespersons6
  • Stockers and Order Fillers2
  • Pharmacy Technicians2
  • Managers, All Other1
  • Fast Food and Counter Workers1
  • Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians1

In-demand skills

Top sectors

  • Retail46
  • Healthcare10
  • Food Service / Restaurants7
  • Manufacturing5
  • Consumer Goods4
  • Telecommunications1

Employment mix

  • Unspecified19 · 35%
  • Part-time19 · 35%
  • Intern8 · 15%
  • Full-time7 · 13%
  • Contract1 · 2%

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