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# Jobs in Lakewood, CO — Energy, Government & Health

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**Open jobs:** 829
## Summary

- Postings on employer career sites published Jun 1 – Sep 28, 2026: 1,233
- Median salary: $55K
- Salary range (P25–P75): $44K – $86K
- Remote share: 2.7%

## Market Insights — September 2026

*Based on 1,233 postings published Jun 1 – Sep 28, 2026 • Updated September 28, 2026*

- Industries with the most postings in Lakewood, CO: Retail (22% of all postings), followed by Hospitals and Health Care and Civil Engineering.
- Pay in Lakewood, CO runs 21% below the United States median ($55K 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 Lakewood, CO

| Industry | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Retail | 267 | $41K |
| Hospitals & Health Care | 138 | $53K |
| Civil Engineering | 94 | $85K |
| Financial Services | 58 | $61K |
| Mental Health Care | 52 | $60K |
| Medical Equipment Manufacturing | 50 | $119K |
| Restaurants | 40 | — |
| Real Estate | 39 | — |
| Government Administration | 38 | $68K |
| Oil & Gas | 34 | — |

## Top roles hiring in Lakewood, CO

| Role | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Retail Sales Associate | 80 | $39K |
| Civil Engineer | 31 | — |

## Top hiring companies in Lakewood, CO

| Company | Total jobs |
|---|---|
| [WSP Jobs & Careers — Engineering & Infrastructure](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/wsp?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 67 |

**H1B sponsorship (FY2025 Q4 – FY2026 Q3):** 35 employers filed 83 petitions; 2% of the employers hiring here now are among them.

## Top visa sponsors in Lakewood, CO

| Company | Workers | Median filed wage |
|---|---|---|
| National Laboratory of the Rockies | 29 | — |
| Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies | 8 | — |
| Eaton | 4 | — |
| Denver Public Schools District 1 | 4 | — |
| Johns Lyng Group | 2 | — |

## Nearby cities hiring

| City | Distance | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| [Jobs in Denver, CO — Tech, Healthcare & Finance](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/colorado/denver?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 5.7 mi | 17703 | $94K |
| [Jobs in Englewood, CO — Healthcare, Tech & Salary](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/colorado/englewood?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 6.4 mi | 1310 | $79K |
| [Jobs in Arvada, CO — Healthcare, Tech & Hiring](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/colorado/arvada?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 6.8 mi | 736 | $59K |
| [Jobs in Littleton, CO — Tech, Aerospace & Salary](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/colorado/littleton?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 7.2 mi | 1994 | $116K |
| [Jobs in Westminster, CO — Tech, Healthcare & Hiring](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/colorado/westminster?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 9.4 mi | 1564 | $93K |

## Frequently Asked Questions

### What industries are hiring most in Lakewood?

Energy, federal government, healthcare, retail, and professional services lead hiring in Lakewood. The city is home to significant federal agency offices and energy sector operations that generate consistent demand for technical, administrative, and management roles.
### What is the typical salary range for jobs in Lakewood, CO?

Lakewood salaries reflect Denver metro market rates, with government, energy, and healthcare roles offering above-median compensation. The salary section on this page shows current median figures for Lakewood's top hiring industries.
### Which companies hire most in Lakewood?

Federal government agencies, energy companies, healthcare systems, retail chains, and professional services firms are among Lakewood's top employers. The top hiring companies table on this page lists employers with currently active openings.
### Is remote work common for Lakewood, CO jobs?

Remote and hybrid roles are available in Lakewood for professional services and some government contractor positions. Energy field operations, healthcare, and retail roles remain predominantly on-site.
### How can I expand my job search beyond Lakewood?

The nearby cities table on this page links to Denver, Englewood, and Arvada. The <a href="/locations/colorado">Colorado jobs page</a> provides a statewide view of open positions and salary benchmarks across all Colorado markets.
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