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# Jobs in Owensboro, KY — Salary & Top Employers

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**Open jobs:** 579
## Summary

- Postings on employer career sites published Jun 1 – Sep 28, 2026: 915
- Median salary: $42K
- Salary range (P25–P75): $31K – $53K
- Remote share: 5.1%

## Market Insights — September 2026

*Based on 915 postings published Jun 1 – Sep 28, 2026 • Updated September 28, 2026*

- Pay in Owensboro, KY runs 41% below the United States median ($42K vs $70K).
- Industries with the most postings in Owensboro, KY: Hospitals and Health Care (30% of all postings), followed by Retail and Restaurants.

*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 Owensboro, KY

| Industry | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Hospitals & Health Care | 279 | $48K |
| Retail | 187 | $37K |
| Restaurants | 77 | — |
| Hospitality | 32 | — |
| Food & Beverage Services | 30 | — |

## Top roles hiring in Owensboro, KY

| Role | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 45 | — |
| Assistant Manager | 40 | — |

## Top hiring companies in Owensboro, KY

| Company | Total jobs |
|---|---|
| [Domino's Pizza Pakistan Jobs & Careers — QSR](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/domino-s-pizza?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 32 |

**H1B sponsorship (FY2025 Q4 – FY2026 Q3):** 2 employers filed 2 petitions.

## Top visa sponsors in Owensboro, KY

| Company | Workers | Median filed wage |
|---|---|---|
| Owensboro Health | 1 | — |
| Brescia University School of Social Work | 1 | — |

## Frequently Asked Questions

### What industries are hiring most in Owensboro, KY?

Healthcare, manufacturing, and energy are the dominant hiring sectors. Owensboro Health Regional Hospital is one of the largest employers, alongside automotive parts manufacturers and utility companies serving the Ohio River corridor.
### Who are the top employers in Owensboro, KY?

Owensboro Health, Toyotetsu Mid America, Wendell Foster, and several industrial and energy companies are among the largest employers. The page ranks employers by current open roles.
### What is the typical salary for jobs in Owensboro, KY?

Salaries in Owensboro are competitive for western Kentucky, with healthcare and manufacturing leading the pay scale. Energy and skilled-trades roles also carry above-average compensation. See salary benchmarks on this page for details.
### Are remote jobs available in Owensboro, KY?

Remote roles are less prevalent in Owensboro than in larger Kentucky metros, but administrative and technology positions occasionally offer hybrid options. Use the remote filter on this page to see current availability.
### How do I search for jobs in other western Kentucky cities?

Paducah and Hopkinsville are the other major western Kentucky markets. Compare all three on the <a href="/locations/kentucky">Kentucky jobs page</a> by open roles, top industries, and salary benchmarks.
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