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title: Jobs in Thornton, CO — Retail, Distribution & Hiring
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# Jobs in Thornton, CO — Retail, Distribution & Hiring

**State:** [Colorado Jobs Hiring Now | Salary, Industries, Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/colorado?utm_source=ai_markdown)
**Country:** [Top Job Trends By Locations](https://www.foundrole.com/locations?utm_source=ai_markdown)
**Open jobs:** 487

**Hiring momentum:** +21.1% — 46 new postings in the last 28 days vs 38 in the 28 days before, on career sites tracked through both periods
## Summary

- Postings on employer career sites published Jun 1 – Sep 28, 2026: 810
- Median salary: $70K
- Salary range (P25–P75): $43K – $133K
- Remote share: 1.7%

## Market Insights — September 2026

*Based on 810 postings published Jun 1 – Sep 28, 2026 • Updated September 28, 2026*

- Industries with the most postings in Thornton, CO: Retail (28% of all postings), followed by Pharmaceutical Manufacturing and Hospitals and Health Care.
- New postings for Thornton, CO rose 21% in the last 28 days (46 vs 38 in the 28 days before).
- Pay in Thornton, CO is in line with the United States median ($70K 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 Thornton, CO

| Industry | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Retail | 225 | $39K |
| Pharmaceutical Manufacturing | 106 | $184K |
| Hospitals & Health Care | 72 | $88K |

## Top roles hiring in Thornton, CO

| Role | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Retail Sales Associate | 64 | $37K |
| Technical Program Manager | 45 | $200K |

## Top hiring companies in Thornton, CO

| Company | Total jobs |
|---|---|
| [Google Jobs & Careers — Search, Cloud & AI](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/google?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 106 |

**H1B sponsorship (FY2025 Q4 – FY2026 Q3):** 27 employers filed 43 petitions; 2% of the employers hiring here now are among them.

## Top visa sponsors in Thornton, CO

| Company | Workers | Median filed wage |
|---|---|---|
| Google | 10 | — |
| You be You Early Learning | 3 | — |
| Amazon | 11 | — |
| HP | 2 | — |
| Accenture | 2 | — |

## Nearby cities hiring

| City | Distance | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| [Jobs in Westminster, CO — Tech, Healthcare & Hiring](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/colorado/westminster?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 4.1 mi | 1564 | $93K |
| [Jobs in Arvada, CO — Healthcare, Tech & Hiring](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/colorado/arvada?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 7.6 mi | 736 | $59K |
| [Jobs in Denver, CO — Tech, Healthcare & Finance](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/colorado/denver?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 8.9 mi | 17703 | $94K |
| [Jobs in Aurora, CO — Healthcare, Military & Aerospace](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/colorado/aurora?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 12.1 mi | 3366 | $62K |
| [Jobs in Lakewood, CO — Energy, Government & Health](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/colorado/lakewood?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 12.7 mi | 1233 | $55K |

## Frequently Asked Questions

### What industries are hiring most in Thornton?

Retail, distribution, healthcare, and manufacturing are the leading hiring sectors in Thornton. The city's location along major north Denver transportation corridors supports a significant logistics and warehousing employment base alongside growing retail and healthcare sectors.
### What is the typical salary range for jobs in Thornton, CO?

Salaries in Thornton generally track Adams County and Denver metro averages, with healthcare and professional roles earning above-median pay. The salary section on this page shows current median figures across Thornton's top hiring industries.
### Which companies hire most in Thornton?

Major retailers, distribution and logistics companies, healthcare providers, and manufacturing firms are among Thornton's top employers. The top hiring companies section on this page lists employers with currently active job openings.
### Is remote work common for Thornton, CO jobs?

Remote work is limited in Thornton's retail, distribution, and manufacturing sectors, which require on-site presence. Professional services and some healthcare administrative roles offer hybrid options for workers in the north Denver metro.
### How can I expand my job search beyond Thornton?

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