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Wayne, NJ 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 ($24.32/hr vs $26/hr national)

Wayne, NJ job market overview (June 2026)

The Wayne, NJ job market is currently weak, with a sluggish hiring environment with many long-open roles. Out of 148 active job postings tracked here, 100% have been open for more than 30 days. Hiring is concentrated in beauty advisor / stylist 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 beauty advisor / stylist and retail associate.
  • Many employers don't list salary — be ready to ask early.

Wayne, NJ job market

Aggregated from currently-active postings tracked in Wayne, NJ.

Wages by employment type

BucketJobsMedian annualMedian hourly
Part-time41—$24.16/hr n=6
Full-time9——
Intern3——
Temporary3——
Contract1——

Wages by sector

BucketJobsMedian annualMedian hourly
Retail108—$24.32/hr n=7
Consumer Goods41—$24.32/hr n=6
Food Service / Restaurants21——
Healthcare13——
Real Estate12——

Top categories

  • Beauty Advisor / Stylist16
  • Retail Associate12
  • Cook / Kitchen9
  • Store Supervisor / Manager8
  • Crew / Cashier7
  • Pharmacy5

Top occupations (SOC)

  • First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers3
  • Fast Food and Counter Workers2
  • Managers, All Other1
  • First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers1
  • Retail Salespersons1

In-demand skills

Top sectors

  • Retail108
  • Consumer Goods41
  • Food Service / Restaurants21
  • Healthcare13
  • Real Estate12
  • Professional Services4

Employment mix

  • Unspecified91 · 61%
  • Part-time41 · 28%
  • Full-time9 · 6%
  • Intern3 · 2%
  • Temporary3 · 2%
  • Contract1 · 1%

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