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# Jobs in Fort Lauderdale, FL — Salary & Top Employers

**State:** [Florida Jobs Hiring Now | Salary, Industries, Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/florida?utm_source=ai_markdown)
**Country:** [Top Job Trends By Locations](https://www.foundrole.com/locations?utm_source=ai_markdown)
**Open jobs:** 2,517

**Hiring momentum:** -11.2% — 119 new postings in the last 28 days vs 134 in the 28 days before, on career sites tracked through both periods
## Summary

- Postings on employer career sites published Jun 1 – Sep 28, 2026: 3,746
- Median salary: $67K
- Salary range (P25–P75): $42K – $109K
- Remote share: 6.9%

## Market Insights — September 2026

*Based on 3,746 postings published Jun 1 – Sep 28, 2026 • Updated September 28, 2026*

- Industries with the most postings in Fort Lauderdale, FL: Hospitality Services (14% of all postings), followed by Retail and Hospitals and Health Care.
- New postings for Fort Lauderdale, FL fell 11% in the last 28 days (119 vs 134 in the 28 days before).
- Pay in Fort Lauderdale, FL runs 4% below the United States median ($67K 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 Fort Lauderdale, FL

| Industry | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Hospitality | 515 | $39K |
| Retail | 254 | $35K |
| Hospitals & Health Care | 167 | $62K |
| Accounting | 152 | $124K |
| Financial Services | 138 | — |
| Travel Arrangements | 126 | — |
| Staffing & Recruiting | 97 | $90K |
| Civil Engineering | 90 | — |
| Professional Services | 88 | $78K |
| Construction | 81 | — |

## Top roles hiring in Fort Lauderdale, FL

| Role | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Retail Sales Associate | 100 | $35K |
| Sales Representative | 65 | — |
| Housekeeper | 62 | — |
| Project Manager | 54 | — |
| Barista | 53 | — |
| Shift Leader | 53 | — |
| Tax Manager | 49 | — |
| Account Executive | 48 | — |
| Assistant Manager | 47 | — |
| Security Officer | 39 | — |

## Top hiring companies in Fort Lauderdale, FL

| Company | Total jobs |
|---|---|
| [Starbucks Jobs & Careers — Coffee & Retail](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/starbucks?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 74 |
| [Marriott International Jobs & Careers — Hospitality](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/marriott-international?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 51 |
| [Allied Universal Jobs & Careers — Security Services](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/allied-universal?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 38 |

**H1B sponsorship (FY2025 Q4 – FY2026 Q3):** 121 employers filed 208 petitions; 2% of the employers hiring here now are among them.

## Top visa sponsors in Fort Lauderdale, FL

| Company | Workers | Median filed wage |
|---|---|---|
| Citrix | 14 | — |
| Nova Southeastern University | 14 | — |
| Cloud Software | 10 | — |
| Moss | 9 | — |
| Citi | 8 | — |

## Frequently Asked Questions

### What industries are hiring most in Fort Lauderdale, FL?

Financial services, healthcare, marine industries, technology, and hospitality are the top hiring sectors in Fort Lauderdale. Port Everglades also generates substantial logistics and maritime employment throughout Broward County.
### What is the typical salary for jobs in Fort Lauderdale?

Fort Lauderdale salaries are among the higher ranges in Florida, reflecting the concentration of finance and tech employers. Healthcare roles are also well-compensated, while tourism and hospitality positions vary by role level and season.
### Who are the top employers hiring in Fort Lauderdale?

AutoNation, Citrix/Cloud Software Group, Memorial Healthcare System, and companies operating through Port Everglades are among Fort Lauderdale's major employers. The city's marine industry also supports a sizeable skilled-trades workforce.
### Are remote jobs available in Fort Lauderdale, FL?

Remote and hybrid opportunities are well-represented in Fort Lauderdale, especially in financial services, software development, and corporate operations. Many South Florida employers headquartered here post hybrid-eligible roles.
### How do I find jobs in nearby South Florida cities?

From this page you can navigate to Miami, Boca Raton, and West Palm Beach city job pages. The Florida jobs page provides a full statewide view of open positions.
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