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# Jobs in Columbus, GA — Defense, Logistics & Retail

**State:** [Georgia Jobs Hiring Now | Salary, Industries, Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/georgia?utm_source=ai_markdown)
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**Open jobs:** 1,067
## Summary

- Postings on employer career sites published Jun 1 – Sep 28, 2026: 1,516
- Median salary: $47K
- Salary range (P25–P75): $34K – $83K
- Remote share: 6.4%

## Market Insights — September 2026

*Based on 1,516 postings published Jun 1 – Sep 28, 2026 • Updated September 28, 2026*

- Industries with the most postings in Columbus, GA: Hospitals and Health Care (34% of all postings), followed by Retail and General Contractors.
- Pay in Columbus, GA runs 33% 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 Columbus, GA

| Industry | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Hospitals & Health Care | 517 | $71K |
| Retail | 210 | $30K |
| Construction | 87 | — |
| Restaurants | 49 | — |
| Real Estate | 45 | — |
| Insurance | 41 | — |
| IT Services & Consulting | 35 | — |

## Top roles hiring in Columbus, GA

| Role | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 119 | — |
| Retail Sales Associate | 70 | — |
| Customer Service Representative | 60 | — |
| Sales Representative | 38 | — |
| Assistant Manager | 38 | — |
| Production Operator | 35 | — |

## Top hiring companies in Columbus, GA

| Company | Total jobs |
|---|---|
| [Piedmont Healthcare Jobs & Careers — Hospital Network](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/piedmont-healthcare?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 252 |
| [Domino's Pizza Pakistan Jobs & Careers — QSR](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/domino-s-pizza?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 40 |

**H1B sponsorship (FY2025 Q4 – FY2026 Q3):** 31 employers filed 90 petitions; 2% of the employers hiring here now are among them.

## Top visa sponsors in Columbus, GA

| Company | Workers | Median filed wage |
|---|---|---|
| Aflac | 17 | — |
| Cognizant | 16 | — |
| Piedmont Healthcare | 15 | — |
| TSYS | 10 | — |
| Columbus State University | 3 | — |

[All H1B sponsors in Columbus, GA](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-sponsors/columbus-ga?utm_source=ai_markdown)

## Frequently Asked Questions

### What industries are hiring most in Columbus, GA?

Defense and military contracting, logistics, healthcare, retail, and financial services are the top hiring sectors in Columbus. Fort Moore is the city's largest employer and drives significant contractor and support-services hiring.
### Who are the top employers in Columbus, Georgia?

Fort Moore (US Army) is Columbus's largest employer. Other major employers include Aflac (headquartered in Columbus), Piedmont Columbus Regional Hospital, TSYS (a Global Payments company), and Columbus State University.
### What is the typical salary range in Columbus, GA?

Salaries in Columbus vary by sector. Finance roles at Aflac and TSYS tend to pay competitively, while military-contractor positions reflect federal pay scales. Healthcare salaries align with Georgia's regional benchmarks.
### Are there remote job opportunities in Columbus, GA?

Remote and hybrid roles exist in Columbus, especially in financial services and technology. Aflac and TSYS have historically offered flexible arrangements, though many defense-sector positions require on-site presence.
### How do I search for jobs in the broader Columbus metro area?

The Columbus metro spans Muscogee County and neighboring Phenix City, AL. FoundRole's Georgia jobs page covers the state market, and you can filter by employer or industry to find roles across the Chattahoochee Valley.
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