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The economy of Roanoke, VA is continuing to grow and thrive, with a projected job growth of 19.62% over the next 10 years. Additionally, Roanoke has an unemployment rate that is lower than the national average at 3.9%, indicating the positive job prospects in this area. With such promising job opportunities in Roanoke, it is an ideal place to look for employment or start a business. People who are looking for work should consider relocating to Roanoke to take advantage of its strong economic outlook.

The unemployment rate in Roanoke is 6.3% (U.S. avg. is 6.0%)

You Should Know

- That Job Growth in Roanoke has been Positive.
- Jobs have Increased by 1.6% over the past year.
- The average salary in Roanoke is $48,476.
- The median home cost in Roanoke is $225,600

Job Helpful Resources

- Best paying jobs in Roanoke? Legal ($82,366)
- Worst paying jobs? Food Prep, Serving ($16,271)
- Highest paying industry jobs? Management of Companies and Enterprises ($80,114)
- Lowest paying industry jobs? Accommodation and Food Services ($17,914)
- Average Income of Residents in Roanoke ($30,379) compared to USA ($37,638)
- The Unemployment Rate in Roanoke (6.3) is higher than USA (6)

Process of Job Search

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Diverse and inclusive employers are looking for job seekers with a wide range of skills and experience. You can find jobs in Roanoke, Virginia that match your qualifications.

     JobsRoanoke, VirginiaUnited States
  $30,379$37,638
  $48,476$69,021
  6.36
  -5.3%-6.2%
  30.0%33.5%
  Average Salary by OccupationRoanoke, VirginiaUnited States
  Management$58,875$77,236
  Business, Financial$47,500$68,299
  Computer, Math$61,123$87,306
  Architecture, Engineering$65,175$86,023
  Sciences$56,029$66,034
  Social Service$42,588$44,925
  Legal$82,366$88,013
  Education$43,527$44,678
  Arts, Entertainment$36,062$43,591
  Health Practitioners$66,421$75,327
  Health Technicians$33,147$41,524
  Healthcare Support$20,412$25,441
  Fire Fighters$21,114$35,516
  Law Enforcement$41,195$64,941
  Food Prep, Serving$16,271$16,379
  Cleaning, Maintenance$18,980$23,378
  Personal Care$17,282$15,351
  Sales, Related$27,442$33,178
  Office Admin, Support$34,822$35,058
  Farming, Fishing, Forestry$26,360$25,716
  Construction, Extraction$31,461$41,315
  Maintence, Repair$45,417$48,436
  Production$37,020$38,103
  Transportation$30,244$39,572
  Material Moving$25,373$25,906
  Average Salary by IndustryRoanoke, VirginiaUnited States
  Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting$56,202$31,273
  Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction $74,432
  Construction$31,873$44,287
  Manufacturing$40,064$51,585
  Wholesale Trade$38,971$51,301
  Retail Trade$28,539$26,757
  Transportation and Warehousing$35,706$43,256
  Utilities$53,625$77,546
  Information$34,063$61,268
  Finance and Insurance$42,463$65,016
  Real Estate and Rental and Leasing$41,875$46,406
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services$61,122$73,907
  Management of Companies and Enterprises$80,114$75,118
  Administrative and Support and Waste Services$27,115$30,687
  Educational Services$44,110$44,708
  Health Care and Social Assistance$38,859$40,852
  Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation$26,201$25,861
  Accommodation and Food Services$17,914$18,154
  Other Services$30,255$29,481
  Public Administration$42,377$61,644
Unemployment by Year (Years 1990 to 2021)
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Over 2 years ago

I’ve lived in Roanoke for 15 years, so I hope this comment can help those planning on moving here. Roanoke isn’t bad if you consider Roanoke county and Salem. Sure,  More

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I've lived here from 2 years and, goddamn, these people are stupid af. If I here coronavirus is a hoax and and fat people making comments at me for wearing a damn mask  More

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I was born and raised in Roanoke County (Oak Grove subdivision), departing in 1989 for a job in Texas. So my perspective on the area is dated, but might be valuable as  More

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