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# Jobs in Frederick, MD — Jobs & Salary Outlook

**State:** [Maryland Jobs Hiring Now | Salary, Industries, Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/maryland?utm_source=ai_markdown)
**Country:** [Top Job Trends By Locations](https://www.foundrole.com/locations?utm_source=ai_markdown)
**Open jobs:** 1,165

**Hiring momentum:** -12.7% — 89 new postings in the last 28 days vs 102 in the 28 days before, on career sites tracked through both periods
## Summary

- Postings on employer career sites published Jun 1 – Sep 28, 2026: 1,664
- Median salary: $60K
- Salary range (P25–P75): $43K – $90K
- Remote share: 4.7%

## Market Insights — September 2026

*Based on 1,664 postings published Jun 1 – Sep 28, 2026 • Updated September 28, 2026*

- Pay in Frederick, MD runs 14% below the United States median ($60K vs $70K).
- Industries with the most postings in Frederick, MD: Retail (14% of all postings), followed by Hospitals and Health Care and Freight and Logistics.
- New postings for Frederick, MD fell 13% in the last 28 days (89 vs 102 in the 28 days before).

*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 Frederick, MD

| Industry | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Retail | 228 | $37K |
| Hospitals & Health Care | 181 | $47K |
| Transportation & Logistics | 98 | $83K |
| Restaurants | 66 | — |
| Financial Services | 62 | $61K |
| Civil Engineering | 51 | $71K |
| Consumer Services | 49 | — |
| Biotechnology Research | 42 | $104K |
| Mental Health Care | 38 | $105K |
| Food & Beverage Services | 38 | — |

## Top roles hiring in Frederick, MD

| Role | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Retail Sales Associate | 73 | — |
| CDL Driver | 37 | — |
| Assistant Manager | 34 | — |
| Sales Representative | 31 | — |

## Top hiring companies in Frederick, MD

| Company | Total jobs |
|---|---|
| [Amazon Jobs & Careers — E-Commerce & Cloud](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/amazon?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 88 |
| [Domino's Pizza Pakistan Jobs & Careers — QSR](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/domino-s-pizza?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 44 |

**H1B sponsorship (FY2025 Q4 – FY2026 Q3):** 163 employers filed 298 petitions; 3% of the employers hiring here now are among them.

## Top visa sponsors in Frederick, MD

| Company | Workers | Median filed wage |
|---|---|---|
| GEICO | 21 | — |
| National Cancer Institute | 15 | — |
| Legal & General America | 12 | — |
| Frederick Health Hospital | 47 | — |
| Promatrix | 11 | — |

[All H1B sponsors in Frederick, MD](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-sponsors/frederick-md?utm_source=ai_markdown)

## Frequently Asked Questions

### Is biotech a major employer in Frederick, MD?

Yes. Frederick is part of Maryland’s life sciences footprint, with demand shaped by research activity, lab support, and related technical roles. Biotech is not the whole story, though, because healthcare, manufacturing, education, and local government all remain important hiring channels.
### Who are the top employers in Frederick, MD?

Major employers in and around Frederick include Frederick Health, Fort Detrick-linked institutions, manufacturers, schools, and public agencies. The employer table on this page ranks active listings so you can see whether current demand is coming more from healthcare, research, or other sectors.
### What certifications help in Frederick job searches?

Licensure and certifications matter in Frederick because the market includes clinical work, research support, skilled trades, and regulated manufacturing. Nursing credentials, lab experience, technical certifications, or a security clearance can all make a candidate more competitive depending on the role.
### How does Frederick compare with Hagerstown or Rockville?

Frederick usually sits between those markets in profile: broader and more science-oriented than Hagerstown, but less corporate and biotech-dense than Rockville. Nearby-city links let you compare whether you want a western Maryland market, an I-270 corridor role, or a deeper metro labor pool.
### How can I search outside Frederick, MD?

Use the nearby cities section first, then open the <a href="/locations/maryland">Maryland jobs page</a> for a statewide map and city directory. That helps if you are balancing Frederick opportunities against other I-270 or western Maryland employers.
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