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# Jobs in Covington, LA — Salary & Top Employers

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**Open jobs:** 435
## Summary

- Postings on employer career sites published Jun 1 – Sep 28, 2026: 632
- Median salary: $42K
- Salary range (P25–P75): $33K – $55K
- Remote share: 3.2%

## Market Insights — September 2026

*Based on 632 postings published Jun 1 – Sep 28, 2026 • Updated September 28, 2026*

- Industries with the most postings in Covington, LA: Hospitals and Health Care (51% of all postings), followed by Retail and Restaurants.
- Pay in Covington, LA runs 40% below the United States median ($42K 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 Covington, LA

| Industry | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Hospitals & Health Care | 325 | — |
| Retail | 83 | — |
| Restaurants | 47 | — |

## Top roles hiring in Covington, LA

| Role | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 65 | — |

**H1B sponsorship (FY2025 Q4 – FY2026 Q3):** 9 employers filed 20 petitions.

## Top visa sponsors in Covington, LA

| Company | Workers | Median filed wage |
|---|---|---|
| LCMC Health | 5 | — |
| Tulane University | 4 | — |
| Ochsner Health | 4 | — |
| Globalstar | 2 | — |
| Ampirical | 2 | — |

## Nearby cities hiring

| City | Distance | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| [Jobs in Hammond, LA — Salary & Top Employers](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/louisiana/hammond?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 21.7 mi | 452 | $40K |
| [Jobs in Slidell, LA — Salary & Top Employers](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/louisiana/slidell?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 23.5 mi | 467 | $40K |

## Frequently Asked Questions

### What industries are hiring most in Covington, LA?

Healthcare, education, professional services, retail, and construction-related employers are common hiring drivers in Covington. The city's Northshore location supports a mix of local service jobs and white-collar roles serving residents and businesses across St. Tammany Parish.
### What is the typical salary for jobs in Covington, LA?

Salaries in Covington usually reflect a mix of professional, healthcare, and local service work. Clinical, technical, and management roles tend to pay more than entry-level retail or hospitality jobs, and the salary section on this page helps compare current medians by occupation.
### Who are the top employers hiring in Covington, LA?

Regional healthcare systems, school organizations, parish agencies, and Northshore professional and retail employers are among the most visible hiring organizations in Covington. The top employers section on this page is the clearest way to identify who currently has active openings.
### Are remote jobs common in Covington, LA?

Remote and hybrid opportunities are present in Covington, especially in administration, customer support, finance, and some professional-service roles. Much of the market still centers on in-person healthcare, education, and service work, so filtering helps separate remote-eligible jobs.
### How can I expand my search from Covington, LA?

Nearby city links are useful here because Northshore commuters often search across Covington, Mandeville, Slidell, and other St. Tammany communities. You can also use the <a href="/locations/louisiana">Louisiana jobs page</a> to compare metro areas across the state.
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