Murray Metro Area, KY Jobs


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The job outlook in the Murray, KY Metro Area is looking quite positive. According to recent estimates, job growth in the area is expected to be 29.46%, higher than the national average of 30.54%. Additionally, the unemployment rate in the area stands at 4.2%, slightly lower than the national average of 4.1%. This indicates that there are plenty of opportunities for those seeking employment within this region. With a healthy job market and competitive salaries, Murray is an ideal place for aspiring professionals to pursue their career dreams.

The unemployment rate in Murray Metro Area is 5.1% (U.S. avg. is 6.0%)

You Should Know

- That Job Growth in Murray Metro Area has been Negative.
- Jobs have Decreased by 6.9% over the past year.
- The average salary in Murray Metro Area is $44,534.
- The median home cost in Murray Metro Area is $154,700

Job Helpful Resources

- Best paying jobs in Murray? Architecture, Engineering ($73,802)
- Worst paying jobs? Personal Care ($6,115)
- Highest paying industry jobs? Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting ($76,207)
- Lowest paying industry jobs? Accommodation and Food Services ($9,662)
- Average Income of Residents in Murray ($25,278) compared to USA ($37,638)
- The Unemployment Rate in Murray (5.1) 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 Murray. 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 Murray, Kentucky that match your qualifications.

     JobsMurray, KentuckyUnited States
  $25,278$37,638
  $44,534$69,021
  5.16
  -6.9%-6.2%
  29.3%33.5%
  Average Salary by OccupationMurray, KentuckyUnited States
  Management$54,037$77,236
  Business, Financial$41,745$68,299
  Computer, Math$48,021$87,306
  Architecture, Engineering$73,802$86,023
  Sciences$57,422$66,034
  Social Service$32,107$44,925
  Legal$36,250$88,013
  Education$47,236$44,678
  Arts, Entertainment$19,107$43,591
  Health Practitioners$73,125$75,327
  Health Technicians$25,720$41,524
  Healthcare Support$23,073$25,441
  Fire Fighters$31,736$35,516
  Law Enforcement$41,875$64,941
  Food Prep, Serving$10,640$16,379
  Cleaning, Maintenance$17,857$23,378
  Personal Care$6,115$15,351
  Sales, Related$17,443$33,178
  Office Admin, Support$21,307$35,058
  Farming, Fishing, Forestry$27,330$25,716
  Construction, Extraction$31,773$41,315
  Maintence, Repair$39,293$48,436
  Production$37,900$38,103
  Transportation$22,074$39,572
  Material Moving$17,080$25,906
  Average Salary by IndustryMurray, KentuckyUnited States
  Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting$76,207$31,273
  Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction $74,432
  Construction$33,090$44,287
  Manufacturing$45,000$51,585
  Wholesale Trade$36,186$51,301
  Retail Trade$20,277$26,757
  Transportation and Warehousing$28,196$43,256
  Utilities$64,107$77,546
  Information$19,018$61,268
  Finance and Insurance$32,969$65,016
  Real Estate and Rental and Leasing$30,213$46,406
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services$35,250$73,907
  Management of Companies and Enterprises $75,118
  Administrative and Support and Waste Services$27,622$30,687
  Educational Services$21,211$44,708
  Health Care and Social Assistance$28,222$40,852
  Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation$17,500$25,861
  Accommodation and Food Services$9,662$18,154
  Other Services$17,060$29,481
  Public Administration$48,325$61,644
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