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In Columbus, NC County, there is great potential for job growth in the future. According to recent projections, the county is expected to see a 20.18% increase in jobs over the next several years. This is significantly higher than the US average of 30.54%. While the unemployment rate in Columbus, NC County is 5.2%, it is still lower than the national average of 4.1%. With economic growth and an increasing number of jobs available, Columbus, NC County provides a great opportunity for those looking to find employment and build their career.

The unemployment rate in Columbus County is 6.1% (U.S. avg. is 6.0%)

You Should Know

- That Job Growth in Columbus County has been Positive.
- Jobs have Increased by 0.5% over the past year.
- The average salary in Columbus County is $40,562.
- The median home cost in Columbus County is $154,700

Job Helpful Resources

- Best paying jobs in Columbus? Health Practitioners ($72,798)
- Worst paying jobs? Food Prep, Serving ($14,202)
- Highest paying industry jobs? Utilities ($85,185)
- Lowest paying industry jobs? Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation ($11,761)
- Average Income of Residents in Columbus ($22,718) compared to USA ($37,638)
- The Unemployment Rate in Columbus (6.1) 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 Columbus. 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 Columbus, North Carolina that match your qualifications.

     JobsColumbus, North CarolinaUnited States
  $22,718$37,638
  $40,562$69,021
  6.16
  -5.4%-6.2%
  25.0%33.5%
  Average Salary by OccupationColumbus, North CarolinaUnited States
  Management$35,817$77,236
  Business, Financial$51,875$68,299
  Computer, Math$45,076$87,306
  Architecture, Engineering$47,292$86,023
  Sciences$44,803$66,034
  Social Service$40,144$44,925
  Legal$45,826$88,013
  Education$44,583$44,678
  Arts, Entertainment$19,727$43,591
  Health Practitioners$72,798$75,327
  Health Technicians$32,768$41,524
  Healthcare Support$22,138$25,441
  Fire Fighters$54,453$35,516
  Law Enforcement$40,372$64,941
  Food Prep, Serving$14,202$16,379
  Cleaning, Maintenance$24,722$23,378
  Personal Care$20,371$15,351
  Sales, Related$27,546$33,178
  Office Admin, Support$31,959$35,058
  Farming, Fishing, Forestry$30,935$25,716
  Construction, Extraction$39,806$41,315
  Maintence, Repair$42,083$48,436
  Production$30,991$38,103
  Transportation$42,120$39,572
  Material Moving$22,335$25,906
  Average Salary by IndustryColumbus, North CarolinaUnited States
  Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting$30,732$31,273
  Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction $74,432
  Construction$39,448$44,287
  Manufacturing$34,799$51,585
  Wholesale Trade$54,464$51,301
  Retail Trade$23,764$26,757
  Transportation and Warehousing$45,651$43,256
  Utilities$85,185$77,546
  Information$35,474$61,268
  Finance and Insurance$43,947$65,016
  Real Estate and Rental and Leasing$26,832$46,406
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services$31,330$73,907
  Management of Companies and Enterprises $75,118
  Administrative and Support and Waste Services$24,665$30,687
  Educational Services$40,379$44,708
  Health Care and Social Assistance$34,357$40,852
  Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation$11,761$25,861
  Accommodation and Food Services$17,332$18,154
  Other Services$28,750$29,481
  Public Administration$39,091$61,644
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