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# Jobs in Jonesboro, AR — Healthcare, Agri & Education

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**Open jobs:** 582
## Summary

- Postings on employer career sites published Jun 1 – Sep 28, 2026: 708
- Median salary: $53K
- Salary range (P25–P75): $40K – $77K
- Remote share: 9.3%

## Market Insights — September 2026

*Based on 708 postings published Jun 1 – Sep 28, 2026 • Updated September 28, 2026*

- Industries with the most postings in Jonesboro, AR: Hospitals and Health Care (25% of all postings), followed by Retail and Restaurants.
- Pay in Jonesboro, AR runs 24% below the United States median ($53K vs $70K).

*Numbers above are computed from postings on employer career sites published in the window shown below, closed ones included. Salary figures use posted ranges where available; the market median is the median of the country the pay is quoted in, as its location page shows it. Confidence reflects sample size and signal stability vs the prior month.*

## Top industries in Jonesboro, AR

| Industry | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Hospitals & Health Care | 174 | — |
| Retail | 114 | $48K |
| Restaurants | 49 | — |
| Machinery Manufacturing | 44 | — |
| Food & Beverage Services | 30 | — |

## Top hiring companies in Jonesboro, AR

| Company | Total jobs |
|---|---|
| [Domino's Pizza Pakistan Jobs & Careers — QSR](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/domino-s-pizza?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 36 |

**H1B sponsorship (FY2025 Q4 – FY2026 Q3):** 10 employers filed 31 petitions; under 1% of the employers hiring here now are among them.

## Top visa sponsors in Jonesboro, AR

| Company | Workers | Median filed wage |
|---|---|---|
| Neil Griffin College of Business Graduate Programs - Arkansas State University | 16 | — |
| ST BERNARD MEDICAL CENTER | 3 | — |
| Anayas Way | 7 | — |
| Le Bonheur Children's Hospital | 2 | — |
| Ritter Communications | 2 | — |

## Nearby cities hiring

| City | Distance | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| [Jobs in Paragould, AR — Manufacturing & Healthcare](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/arkansas/paragould?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 18.9 mi | 163 | $50K |

## Frequently Asked Questions

### What industries are hiring most in Jonesboro?

Healthcare, education, agriculture, and manufacturing are the dominant hiring sectors in Jonesboro. Arkansas State University and St. Bernards Healthcare are among the largest institutional employers driving the local job market.
### What is the typical salary range for jobs in Jonesboro, AR?

Jonesboro salaries are competitive for Northeast Arkansas, with healthcare and university roles offering stronger compensation than retail or agricultural positions. The salary section on this page shows current medians by role.
### Which companies hire most in Jonesboro?

Arkansas State University, St. Bernards Healthcare, NEA Baptist Memorial Hospital, and regional manufacturing and retail employers are among the top hirers. The top hiring companies section lists current employers with active openings.
### Is remote work common for Jonesboro, AR jobs?

Remote and hybrid roles are available in technology, administrative, and certain university functions. Healthcare, manufacturing, and agriculture roles are predominantly on-site.
### How can I expand my job search beyond Jonesboro?

The nearby cities table links to roles in Paragould and other Northeast Arkansas cities. The <a href="/locations/arkansas">Arkansas jobs page</a> covers all open positions across the state.
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