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Wilmington, NC is an exciting place to consider for work with job growth projected at 42.40%, which is significantly higher than the national average of 30.54%. The unemployment rate in Wilmington is also lower than the US rate, making it a great option for job seekers looking to land a job that suits their needs. With its vibrant culture and lively economy, Wilmington is an ideal place to pursue employment opportunities and build a successful career.

The unemployment rate in Wilmington is 4.3% (U.S. avg. is 6.0%)

You Should Know

- That Job Growth in Wilmington has been Positive.
- Jobs have Increased by 0.8% over the past year.
- The average salary in Wilmington is $54,066.
- The median home cost in Wilmington is $372,400

Job Helpful Resources

- Best paying jobs in Wilmington? Architecture, Engineering ($74,922)
- Worst paying jobs? Personal Care ($11,198)
- Highest paying industry jobs? Utilities ($88,056)
- Lowest paying industry jobs? Accommodation and Food Services ($15,276)
- Average Income of Residents in Wilmington ($38,890) compared to USA ($37,638)
- The Unemployment Rate in Wilmington (4.3) 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 Wilmington. 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 Wilmington, North Carolina that match your qualifications.

     JobsWilmington, North CarolinaUnited States
  $38,890$37,638
  $54,066$69,021
  4.36
  -6.1%-6.2%
  37.3%33.5%
  Average Salary by OccupationWilmington, North CarolinaUnited States
  Management$67,168$77,236
  Business, Financial$52,439$68,299
  Computer, Math$64,838$87,306
  Architecture, Engineering$74,922$86,023
  Sciences$64,156$66,034
  Social Service$40,720$44,925
  Legal$57,931$88,013
  Education$41,069$44,678
  Arts, Entertainment$37,332$43,591
  Health Practitioners$68,722$75,327
  Health Technicians$34,874$41,524
  Healthcare Support$17,143$25,441
  Fire Fighters$24,904$35,516
  Law Enforcement$51,866$64,941
  Food Prep, Serving$14,069$16,379
  Cleaning, Maintenance$19,816$23,378
  Personal Care$11,198$15,351
  Sales, Related$29,424$33,178
  Office Admin, Support$35,015$35,058
  Farming, Fishing, Forestry$52,813$25,716
  Construction, Extraction$31,670$41,315
  Maintence, Repair$39,593$48,436
  Production$36,656$38,103
  Transportation$32,610$39,572
  Material Moving$15,704$25,906
  Average Salary by IndustryWilmington, North CarolinaUnited States
  Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting$43,333$31,273
  Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction $74,432
  Construction$35,458$44,287
  Manufacturing$55,465$51,585
  Wholesale Trade$52,292$51,301
  Retail Trade$25,075$26,757
  Transportation and Warehousing$43,380$43,256
  Utilities$88,056$77,546
  Information$50,903$61,268
  Finance and Insurance$51,656$65,016
  Real Estate and Rental and Leasing$44,830$46,406
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services$57,759$73,907
  Management of Companies and Enterprises $75,118
  Administrative and Support and Waste Services$26,649$30,687
  Educational Services$40,688$44,708
  Health Care and Social Assistance$39,153$40,852
  Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation$21,061$25,861
  Accommodation and Food Services$15,276$18,154
  Other Services$28,892$29,481
  Public Administration$49,417$61,644
Unemployment by Year (Years 1990 to 2021)
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I was born here and I will update more at a later time. First and most important, teh average cost of a 1br apt in Wilmington is approximately $1,800. Rentals have  More

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I think that a lot has changed since covid for this city and will continue to keep changing with our insane economy. But I was born and raised in Wilmington and have  More

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Scotty · 

Wilmington NC was once a wonderful city filled with Southern charm, history, safety and natural beauty. Recently that has been replaced by erasing everything Southern or  More

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