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The job market in Watsonville, CA is growing at a rate of 17.08%, which is lower than the US average of 30.54%. Although the unemployment rate in Watsonville is 8.9%, which is higher than the national average of 4.1%, there is still potential for growth and opportunities for employment in the area. The city is home to a diverse range of industries, including agriculture, manufacturing, and service-oriented businesses, all of which offer potential for employment growth in the future. With its vibrant economy and promising job growth prospects, Watsonville is an excellent choice for those looking to advance their career or find new employment opportunities.

The unemployment rate in Watsonville is 19.0% (U.S. avg. is 6.0%)

You Should Know

- That Job Growth in Watsonville has been Negative.
- Jobs have Decreased by 9.8% over the past year.
- The average salary in Watsonville is $67,007.
- The median home cost in Watsonville is $803,400

Job Helpful Resources

- Best paying jobs in Watsonville? Health Practitioners ($115,707)
- Worst paying jobs? Personal Care ($14,622)
- Highest paying industry jobs? Utilities ($106,172)
- Lowest paying industry jobs? Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation ($9,269)
- Average Income of Residents in Watsonville (  Unlock) compared to USA ($37,638)
- The Unemployment Rate in Watsonville (  Unlock) 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 Watsonville. 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 Watsonville, California that match your qualifications.

     JobsWatsonville, CaliforniaUnited States
    Unlock$37,638
    Unlock$69,021
    Unlock6
    Unlock-6.2%
    Unlock33.5%
  Average Salary by OccupationWatsonville, CaliforniaUnited States
  Management  Unlock$77,236
  Business, Financial  Unlock$68,299
  Computer, Math  Unlock$87,306
  Architecture, Engineering  Unlock$86,023
  Sciences  Unlock$66,034
  Social Service  Unlock$44,925
  Legal  Unlock$88,013
  Education  Unlock$44,678
  Arts, Entertainment  Unlock$43,591
  Health Practitioners  Unlock$75,327
  Health Technicians  Unlock$41,524
  Healthcare Support  Unlock$25,441
  Fire Fighters  Unlock$35,516
  Law Enforcement  Unlock$64,941
  Food Prep, Serving  Unlock$16,379
  Cleaning, Maintenance  Unlock$23,378
  Personal Care  Unlock$15,351
  Sales, Related  Unlock$33,178
  Office Admin, Support  Unlock$35,058
  Farming, Fishing, Forestry  Unlock$25,716
  Construction, Extraction  Unlock$41,315
  Maintence, Repair  Unlock$48,436
  Production  Unlock$38,103
  Transportation  Unlock$39,572
  Material Moving  Unlock$25,906
  Average Salary by IndustryWatsonville, CaliforniaUnited States
  Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting  Unlock$31,273
  Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction $74,432
  Construction  Unlock$44,287
  Manufacturing  Unlock$51,585
  Wholesale Trade  Unlock$51,301
  Retail Trade  Unlock$26,757
  Transportation and Warehousing  Unlock$43,256
  Utilities  Unlock$77,546
  Information  Unlock$61,268
  Finance and Insurance  Unlock$65,016
  Real Estate and Rental and Leasing  Unlock$46,406
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services  Unlock$73,907
  Management of Companies and Enterprises  Unlock$75,118
  Administrative and Support and Waste Services  Unlock$30,687
  Educational Services  Unlock$44,708
  Health Care and Social Assistance  Unlock$40,852
  Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation  Unlock$25,861
  Accommodation and Food Services  Unlock$18,154
  Other Services  Unlock$29,481
  Public Administration  Unlock$61,644
Unemployment by Year (Years 1990 to 2021)
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We live in a nice area and love the climate but cost of living have gotten way out of hand. Vandals walk around smashing windows over and over without getting  More

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the cost of housing is slightly more affordable (just slightly). Close to the beach and near perfect weather. Especially during summer when it was 107 in San Jose' it  More

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Over 19 years ago

Nice neighborhood, but since moving here we have not felt a sense of  More

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