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Kinston, NC is a town that offers plenty of job opportunities. The future job growth in Kinston is estimated to be 14.80%, which is significantly lower than the US average future job growth of 30.54%. However, the unemployment rate in Kinston is 5.5%, which is slightly higher than the US rate of 4.1%. This indicates that there are plenty of positions available in Kinston for individuals who are looking for work, making it an ideal place to search for employment and start a career.

The unemployment rate in Kinston is 6.9% (U.S. avg. is 6.0%)

You Should Know

- That Job Growth in Kinston has been Positive.
- Jobs have Increased by 0.3% over the past year.
- The average salary in Kinston is $33,280.
- The median home cost in Kinston is $127,900

Job Helpful Resources

- Best paying jobs in Kinston? Management ($82,115)
- Worst paying jobs? Arts, Entertainment ($9,191)
- Highest paying industry jobs? Construction ($221,719)
- Lowest paying industry jobs? Accommodation and Food Services ($7,009)
- Average Income of Residents in Kinston ($26,661) compared to USA ($37,638)
- The Unemployment Rate in Kinston (6.9) is higher 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 Kinston. 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 Kinston, North Carolina that match your qualifications.

     JobsKinston, North CarolinaUnited States
  $26,661$37,638
  $33,280$69,021
  6.96
  -4.7%-6.2%
  28.2%33.5%
  Average Salary by OccupationKinston, North CarolinaUnited States
  Management$82,115$77,236
  Business, Financial$63,192$68,299
  Computer, Math$51,406$87,306
  Architecture, Engineering$24,531$86,023
  Sciences $66,034
  Social Service$55,978$44,925
  Legal$44,457$88,013
  Education$30,188$44,678
  Arts, Entertainment$9,191$43,591
  Health Practitioners$59,241$75,327
  Health Technicians$32,212$41,524
  Healthcare Support$23,863$25,441
  Fire Fighters$45,197$35,516
  Law Enforcement$48,534$64,941
  Food Prep, Serving$30,361$16,379
  Cleaning, Maintenance$11,596$23,378
  Personal Care$13,558$15,351
  Sales, Related$19,219$33,178
  Office Admin, Support$26,449$35,058
  Farming, Fishing, Forestry $25,716
  Construction, Extraction$31,438$41,315
  Maintence, Repair$34,635$48,436
  Production$29,528$38,103
  Transportation$30,598$39,572
  Material Moving$19,856$25,906
  Average Salary by IndustryKinston, North CarolinaUnited States
  Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting$19,000$31,273
  Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction $74,432
  Construction$221,719$44,287
  Manufacturing$29,088$51,585
  Wholesale Trade$43,214$51,301
  Retail Trade$19,850$26,757
  Transportation and Warehousing$32,610$43,256
  Utilities $77,546
  Information $61,268
  Finance and Insurance$81,010$65,016
  Real Estate and Rental and Leasing$63,504$46,406
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services$44,022$73,907
  Management of Companies and Enterprises $75,118
  Administrative and Support and Waste Services$25,125$30,687
  Educational Services$33,649$44,708
  Health Care and Social Assistance$30,162$40,852
  Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation$33,125$25,861
  Accommodation and Food Services$7,009$18,154
  Other Services$21,311$29,481
  Public Administration$47,147$61,644
Unemployment by Year (Years 1990 to 2021)
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I moved to Kinston, NC for retirement. Purchased a house from the auction held by the court. As a person of color, I was unable to obtain an attorney, while I was sued  More

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I'm moving my business and family with 2 young children to Kinston in March from Chapel Hill/Durham. Kinston is really nice with a great new restaurants, close proximity  More

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Over 12 years ago

hello! I recently visted parts of North Carolina and was amazed! I loved the people and the helpful tips from townies. I saw some amazing houses, in Kinston.   More

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