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# Jobs in Metairie, LA — Salary & Top Employers

**State:** [Louisiana Jobs Hiring Now | Salary, Industries, Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/louisiana?utm_source=ai_markdown)
**Country:** [Top Job Trends By Locations](https://www.foundrole.com/locations?utm_source=ai_markdown)
**Open jobs:** 647
## Summary

- Postings on employer career sites published Jun 1 – Sep 28, 2026: 937
- Median salary: $48K
- Salary range (P25–P75): $37K – $86K
- Remote share: 3.3%

## Market Insights — September 2026

*Based on 937 postings published Jun 1 – Sep 28, 2026 • Updated September 28, 2026*

- Pay in Metairie, LA runs 32% below the United States median ($48K vs $70K).
- Industries with the most postings in Metairie, LA: Retail (21% of all postings), followed by Hospitals and Health Care 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 Metairie, LA

| Industry | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Retail | 198 | $36K |
| Hospitals & Health Care | 119 | — |
| Restaurants | 64 | — |
| Construction | 48 | — |
| Insurance | 42 | — |
| Oil & Gas | 38 | $114K |
| Fuel Cell Manufacturing | 38 | — |
| Environmental Services | 32 | — |

## Top roles hiring in Metairie, LA

| Role | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Retail Sales Associate | 103 | — |
| Registered Nurse | 34 | — |
| Customer Service Representative | 33 | — |

## Top hiring companies in Metairie, LA

| Company | Total jobs |
|---|---|
| [Domino's Pizza Pakistan Jobs & Careers — QSR](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/domino-s-pizza?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 38 |

**H1B sponsorship (FY2025 Q4 – FY2026 Q3):** 19 employers filed 75 petitions; 1% of the employers hiring here now are among them.

## Top visa sponsors in Metairie, LA

| Company | Workers | Median filed wage |
|---|---|---|
| LCMC Health | 78 | $84K |
| Seatrium | 7 | — |
| East Jefferson General Hospital | 7 | — |
| Ochsner Health | 4 | — |
| The McDonnel Group | 3 | — |

## Nearby cities hiring

| City | Distance | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| [Jobs in New Orleans, LA — Salary & Top Employers](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/louisiana/new-orleans?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 5.1 mi | 4455 | $67K |
| [Jobs in Kenner, LA — Salary & Top Employers](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/louisiana/kenner?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 5.4 mi | 397 | $31K |
| [Jobs in Marrero, LA — Salary & Top Employers](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/louisiana/marrero?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 6.6 mi | 209 | $79K |

## Frequently Asked Questions

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

Healthcare, professional services, retail, education, and business support are some of the strongest hiring sectors in Metairie. The local economy benefits from its large suburban commercial base and close integration with employers across the wider New Orleans metro.
### What is the typical salary for jobs in Metairie, LA?

Salaries in Metairie depend on whether a job is in healthcare, corporate support, retail, or skilled services. Clinical, technical, and managerial roles generally pay more than front-line service positions, and the salary section on this page makes those differences easier to compare.
### Who are the top employers hiring in Metairie, LA?

Major employers in Metairie often include healthcare systems, school organizations, professional-service firms, retailers, and parish-linked offices. The top employers section on this page focuses on current hiring activity, which helps show who is recruiting most actively now.
### Are remote jobs available in Metairie, LA?

Yes, Metairie has a meaningful remote and hybrid job segment, especially in office administration, finance, support, technology, and some professional-service roles. In-person work still dominates healthcare, retail, and many operations-focused jobs, so filters are useful for narrowing the list.
### How can I broaden my search from Metairie, LA?

Nearby city links are valuable because many job seekers search across Metairie, Kenner, New Orleans, and the rest of Jefferson Parish together. The <a href="/locations/louisiana">Louisiana jobs page</a> gives you a wider statewide comparison when you want to explore beyond the metro.
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