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# Jobs in Manchester, CT — Healthcare, Retail & Hiring

**State:** [Connecticut Jobs Hiring Now | Salary, Industries, Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/connecticut?utm_source=ai_markdown)
**Country:** [Top Job Trends By Locations](https://www.foundrole.com/locations?utm_source=ai_markdown)
**Open jobs:** 922
## Summary

- Postings on employer career sites published Jun 1 – Sep 28, 2026: 992
- Median salary: $47K
- Salary range (P25–P75): $40K – $61K
- Remote share: 0.5%

## Market Insights — September 2026

*Based on 992 postings published Jun 1 – Sep 28, 2026 • Updated September 28, 2026*

- Industries with the most postings in Manchester, CT: Hospitals and Health Care (60% of all postings), followed by Retail and Mental Health Care.
- Pay in Manchester, CT runs 34% below the United States median ($47K 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 Manchester, CT

| Industry | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Hospitals & Health Care | 600 | — |
| Retail | 129 | $41K |
| Mental Health Care | 57 | $56K |
| Restaurants | 47 | — |

## Top roles hiring in Manchester, CT

| Role | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 68 | — |
| Retail Sales Associate | 61 | — |

## Top hiring companies in Manchester, CT

| Company | Total jobs |
|---|---|
| [Hartford HealthCare Jobs & Careers — Hospital Network](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/hartford-health-care?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 572 |

**H1B sponsorship (FY2025 Q4 – FY2026 Q3):** 64 employers filed 161 petitions; 3% of the employers hiring here now are among them.

## Top visa sponsors in Manchester, CT

| Company | Workers | Median filed wage |
|---|---|---|
| Cognizant | 52 | $102K |
| LTIMindtree | 10 | — |
| Accenture | 8 | — |
| CVS Health | 7 | — |
| Evernorth Health Services | 4 | — |

## Nearby cities hiring

| City | Distance | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| [Jobs in Windsor, CT — Healthcare, Aerospace & Hiring](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/connecticut/windsor?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 8.2 mi | 718 | $61K |
| [Jobs in Hartford, CT — Insurance, Finance & Government](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/connecticut/hartford?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 8.5 mi | 5323 | $95K |
| [Jobs in Rocky Hill, CT — Government & Corporate Roles](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/connecticut/rocky-hill?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 9.8 mi | 359 | $60K |

[All H1B sponsors in Manchester, CT](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-sponsors/manchester-ct?utm_source=ai_markdown)

## Frequently Asked Questions

### What industries are hiring most in Manchester, CT?

Healthcare, retail, manufacturing, and professional services are the top hiring sectors in Manchester. Eastern Connecticut Health Network and local retail employers are among the city's largest employers.
### What is the typical salary range for jobs in Manchester, CT?

Salaries in Manchester are broadly in line with Hartford County norms. Healthcare and skilled trades offer competitive pay; retail and service roles are more moderate. See the salary section for current median data.
### Which companies hire most in Manchester, CT?

Healthcare providers, retail chains, and manufacturing firms are among Manchester's top employers. The top hiring companies section on this page lists employers currently posting open roles.
### Is remote work common in Manchester, CT?

Remote roles are available in professional services, technology, and insurance for Manchester residents with connections to Hartford employers. Healthcare and retail roles are predominantly on-site.
### How can I expand my job search beyond Manchester?

Use the nearby cities table to explore roles in Hartford, Glastonbury, and Vernon. The <a href="/locations/connecticut">Connecticut jobs page</a> covers open positions across the full state.
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