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# Jobs in Cedar Rapids, IA — Salary & Top Employers

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**Open jobs:** 1,844

**Hiring momentum:** -21.8% — 97 new postings in the last 28 days vs 124 in the 28 days before, on career sites tracked through both periods
## Summary

- Postings on employer career sites published Jun 1 – Sep 28, 2026: 2,957
- Median salary: $78K
- Salary range (P25–P75): $50K – $126K
- Remote share: 3.0%

## Market Insights — September 2026

*Based on 2,957 postings published Jun 1 – Sep 28, 2026 • Updated September 28, 2026*

- New postings for Cedar Rapids, IA fell 22% in the last 28 days (97 vs 124 in the 28 days before).
- Industries with the most postings in Cedar Rapids, IA: Defense and Space (15% of all postings), followed by General Contractors and Retail.
- Pay in Cedar Rapids, IA runs 11% above the United States median ($78K 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 Cedar Rapids, IA

| Industry | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Defense & Space | 448 | $126K |
| Construction | 272 | $89K |
| Retail | 223 | $34K |
| Insurance | 205 | $96K |
| Hospitals & Health Care | 166 | $40K |
| Food & Beverage Services | 125 | $48K |
| IT Services & Consulting | 79 | — |
| Telecommunications | 78 | — |
| Transportation & Logistics | 70 | — |
| Software Development | 58 | — |

## Top roles hiring in Cedar Rapids, IA

| Role | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Software Developer / Engineer | 150 | $126K |
| Systems Engineer | 99 | $126K |
| Retail Sales Associate | 70 | — |
| Construction Manager | 60 | — |
| Project Manager | 59 | — |
| Customer Service Representative | 49 | — |
| Delivery Driver | 49 | — |
| Sales Representative | 46 | — |
| Forklift Operator | 46 | — |
| Project Engineer | 46 | — |

## Top hiring companies in Cedar Rapids, IA

| Company | Total jobs |
|---|---|
| [Ryder System Jobs & Careers — Transportation & Logistics](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/ryder-system?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 49 |

**H1B sponsorship (FY2025 Q4 – FY2026 Q3):** 50 employers filed 184 petitions; 3% of the employers hiring here now are among them.

## Top visa sponsors in Cedar Rapids, IA

| Company | Workers | Median filed wage |
|---|---|---|
| Intertrade - A Collins Aerospace Company | 83 | $160K |
| Transamerica | 18 | — |
| Sub-Zero Group, Inc. | 6 | — |
| Collins Aerospace | 6 | — |
| Mercy Cedar Rapids | 4 | — |

## Nearby cities hiring

| City | Distance | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| [Jobs in Marion, IA — Salary & Top Employers](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/iowa/marion?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 3.0 mi | 236 | $42K |

[All H1B sponsors in Cedar Rapids, IA](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-sponsors/cedar-rapids-ia?utm_source=ai_markdown)

## Frequently Asked Questions

### What industries are hiring most in Cedar Rapids, IA?

Food and grain processing, insurance and financial services, aerospace manufacturing, and healthcare are Cedar Rapids' leading sectors. The city hosts a concentration of food industry operations and is a regional hub for insurance companies and aerospace suppliers.
### What is the typical salary range for jobs in Cedar Rapids, Iowa?

Cedar Rapids salaries are generally competitive with the Des Moines metro. Aerospace, insurance, and technology roles command higher pay, while food processing and retail align with Iowa's cost-of-living-adjusted averages. The salary section provides current data.
### Who are the top employers in Cedar Rapids, IA?

Quaker Oats (PepsiCo), Collins Aerospace, Transamerica, UnityPoint Health, and Mercy Medical Center are among Cedar Rapids' largest employers. The city also hosts regional headquarters for several insurance and financial services firms.
### Are remote or hybrid jobs available in Cedar Rapids, Iowa?

Remote and hybrid roles are available in Cedar Rapids, especially in insurance, technology, and professional services. Use the remote filter on this page to find flexible-work positions across the metro.
### How do I search for jobs in Cedar Rapids and nearby Iowa cities?

This page focuses on Cedar Rapids openings. You can broaden your search by visiting the <a href="/locations/iowa">Iowa state jobs page</a>, which covers nearby cities including Iowa City, Marion, and Coralville in the eastern Iowa corridor.
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