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Perth Amboy, NJ is projected to see significant job growth in the near future with an estimated 21.94% increase. This is above the national average of 30.54%. Despite this bright outlook, the unemployment rate in Perth Amboy is still higher than the national average at 6.8%. With this projected growth, there are numerous opportunities for individuals to find employment and make a living in Perth Amboy and its surroundings. There are a variety of industries that offer jobs in the area ranging from manufacturing to retail to healthcare and beyond. With so many options available, it’s no surprise that this area is poised for growth moving forward.

The unemployment rate in Perth Amboy is 12.3% (U.S. avg. is 6.0%)

You Should Know

- That Job Growth in Perth Amboy has been Negative.
- Jobs have Decreased by 6.7% over the past year.
- The average salary in Perth Amboy is $53,750.
- The median home cost in Perth Amboy is $378,000

Job Helpful Resources

- Best paying jobs in Perth_Amboy? Health Practitioners ($105,938)
- Worst paying jobs? Food Prep, Serving ($14,708)
- Highest paying industry jobs? Educational Services ($54,830)
- Lowest paying industry jobs? Accommodation and Food Services ($16,636)
- Average Income of Residents in Perth_Amboy (  Unlock) compared to USA ($37,638)
- The Unemployment Rate in Perth_Amboy (  Unlock) 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 Perth_Amboy, New Jersey that match your qualifications.

     JobsPerth Amboy, New JerseyUnited States
    Unlock$37,638
    Unlock$69,021
    Unlock6
    Unlock-6.2%
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  Average Salary by OccupationPerth Amboy, New JerseyUnited 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 IndustryPerth Amboy, New JerseyUnited States
  Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting $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 $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 $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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Over 18 years ago

The housing cost is very high. Compare to what the average salary is. Most young people cant afford to live by themselves so they stay at home till they marry or have a  More

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Over 19 years ago

It's getting to expensive to live here in Perth Amboy and all of NJ for that matter!! All the New Yorkers coming here to escape their high cost of living is driving our  More

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