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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 Negative.
- Jobs have Decreased by 4.7% 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 (  Unlock) compared to USA ($37,638)
- The Unemployment Rate in Kinston (  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 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
    Unlock$37,638
    Unlock$69,021
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  Average Salary by OccupationKinston, North CarolinaUnited 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 IndustryKinston, North CarolinaUnited 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 $77,546
  Information $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
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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 13 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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