Okeechobee, FL Jobs


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The job market in Okeechobee, FL is growing at a rate that is over 9% higher than the national average. Job growth in the area is predicted to be 21.74%, which should provide many opportunities for local residents and businesses. Additionally, the unemployment rate in Okeechobee, FL is on par with the national average of 4.1%, indicating that there are plenty of jobs available and people willing to fill them. This is great news for those looking for employment opportunities in the area, as it indicates stability and an abundance of potential jobs.

The unemployment rate in Okeechobee is 4.4% (U.S. avg. is 6.0%)

You Should Know

- That Job Growth in Okeechobee has been Negative.
- Jobs have Decreased by 2.6% over the past year.
- The average salary in Okeechobee is $40,149.
- The median home cost in Okeechobee is $231,500

Job Helpful Resources

- Best paying jobs in Okeechobee? Health Practitioners ($54,773)
- Worst paying jobs? Food Prep, Serving ($4,683)
- Highest paying industry jobs? Educational Services ($49,375)
- Lowest paying industry jobs? Accommodation and Food Services ($8,698)
- Average Income of Residents in Okeechobee ($21,449) compared to USA ($37,638)
- The Unemployment Rate in Okeechobee (4.4) is lower than USA (6)

Process of Job Search

View jobs in occupation categories below. It is important to join a job site search that offers legally protected status, inclusive workplace, and diverse and inclusive workplace if you're looking for work in Okeechobee. A team that respects gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, and other legally protected status are important to look for.

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

     JobsOkeechobee, FloridaUnited States
  $21,449$37,638
  $40,149$69,021
  4.46
  -5.2%-6.2%
  40.4%33.5%
  Average Salary by OccupationOkeechobee, FloridaUnited States
  Management$44,861$77,236
  Business, Financial $68,299
  Computer, Math $87,306
  Architecture, Engineering $86,023
  Sciences $66,034
  Social Service$9,099$44,925
  Legal $88,013
  Education$30,755$44,678
  Arts, Entertainment $43,591
  Health Practitioners$54,773$75,327
  Health Technicians$34,773$41,524
  Healthcare Support$18,470$25,441
  Fire Fighters $35,516
  Law Enforcement $64,941
  Food Prep, Serving$4,683$16,379
  Cleaning, Maintenance$19,924$23,378
  Personal Care$11,375$15,351
  Sales, Related$31,042$33,178
  Office Admin, Support$26,707$35,058
  Farming, Fishing, Forestry$27,413$25,716
  Construction, Extraction$52,712$41,315
  Maintence, Repair$31,925$48,436
  Production$31,742$38,103
  Transportation$4,879$39,572
  Material Moving$23,363$25,906
  Average Salary by IndustryOkeechobee, FloridaUnited States
  Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting$27,442$31,273
  Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction $74,432
  Construction$38,750$44,287
  Manufacturing$32,083$51,585
  Wholesale Trade $51,301
  Retail Trade$25,469$26,757
  Transportation and Warehousing$49,306$43,256
  Utilities $77,546
  Information $61,268
  Finance and Insurance $65,016
  Real Estate and Rental and Leasing $46,406
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services $73,907
  Management of Companies and Enterprises $75,118
  Administrative and Support and Waste Services$20,125$30,687
  Educational Services$49,375$44,708
  Health Care and Social Assistance$27,571$40,852
  Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation $25,861
  Accommodation and Food Services$8,698$18,154
  Other Services$31,368$29,481
  Public Administration$48,646$61,644
Unemployment by Year (Years 1990 to 2021)
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Over 15 years ago

I have lived in Okeechobee since 1985. It is a good place to raise kids due to lower crime rates, however, children-related activities are few and far between, unless  More

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Over 15 years ago

It was named for the Lake Okeechobee, which was itself named for Hitchiti words oka (water) and chobi (big). I grew up in Okeechobee County in the 70's, I still love  More

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Over 16 years ago

This town has such a crazy name. I cant even pronounce it and i live  More

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