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title: Hiring in Lansing, MI — Top Employers & Pay Data
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# Hiring in Lansing, MI — Top Employers & Pay Data

**State:** [Michigan Jobs Hiring Now | Salary, Industries, Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/michigan?utm_source=ai_markdown)
**Country:** [Top Job Trends By Locations](https://www.foundrole.com/locations?utm_source=ai_markdown)
**Open jobs:** 1,704

**Hiring momentum:** -0.9% — 108 new postings in the last 28 days vs 109 in the 28 days before, on career sites tracked through both periods
## Summary

- Postings on employer career sites published Jun 1 – Sep 28, 2026: 2,615
- Median salary: $48K
- Salary range (P25–P75): $39K – $73K
- Remote share: 6.6%

## Market Insights — September 2026

*Based on 2,615 postings published Jun 1 – Sep 28, 2026 • Updated September 28, 2026*

- Pay in Lansing, MI runs 32% below the United States median ($48K vs $70K).
- Industries with the most postings in Lansing, MI: Hospitals and Health Care (11% of all postings), followed by Retail and Insurance Carriers.
- New postings for Lansing, MI held steady in the last 28 days (108 vs 109 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 Lansing, MI

| Industry | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Hospitals & Health Care | 294 | $75K |
| Retail | 242 | $34K |
| Insurance | 159 | $37K |
| Restaurants | 127 | — |
| Primary & Secondary Education | 109 | $73K |
| Mental Health Care | 106 | — |
| Financial Services | 99 | — |
| IT Services & Consulting | 76 | — |
| Staffing & Recruiting | 75 | — |
| Food & Beverage Services | 66 | — |

## Top roles hiring in Lansing, MI

| Role | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Behavior Technician | 102 | — |
| Retail Sales Associate | 74 | — |
| Registered Nurse | 70 | — |
| Customer Service Representative | 69 | — |
| CDL Driver | 55 | — |
| Sales Representative | 48 | — |
| Physical Therapist | 46 | — |
| Assistant Manager | 44 | — |
| Delivery Driver | 43 | — |
| Security Officer | 40 | — |

## Top hiring companies in Lansing, MI

| Company | Total jobs |
|---|---|
| [Centria Autism Jobs & Careers — ABA Therapy Provider](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/centria-autism?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 98 |
| [Domino's Pizza Pakistan Jobs & Careers — QSR](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/domino-s-pizza?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 92 |
| [Meijer Jobs & Careers — Midwest Supercenter Retailer](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/meijer?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 57 |

**H1B sponsorship (FY2025 Q4 – FY2026 Q3):** 89 employers filed 218 petitions; 2% of the employers hiring here now are among them.

## Top visa sponsors in Lansing, MI

| Company | Workers | Median filed wage |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 67 | $94K |
| Michigan State University | 11 | — |
| Deloitte | 15 | — |
| Auto-Owners | 10 | — |
| Jackson | 6 | — |

[All H1B sponsors in Lansing, MI](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-sponsors/lansing-mi?utm_source=ai_markdown)

## Frequently Asked Questions

### What industries are hiring most in Lansing, MI?

government, education, healthcare, and insurance are among the main hiring lanes in Lansing. That mix reflects state government, Michigan State University, and healthcare across the capital region, along with employers such as State of Michigan, Michigan State University, and Corewell and regional health systems, which keep both frontline and professional roles in the market.
### Are there seasonal hiring patterns in Lansing, MI?

Lansing can show seasonal shifts when tourism, retail, construction, or student-driven demand rises, but the steadier base usually comes from government, education, healthcare. Watching employer activity by month can help you spot whether the market is broadening or narrowing.
### Who are the top employers hiring in Lansing, MI?

Top employers in Lansing often include State of Michigan, Michigan State University, Corewell and regional health systems, and insurance employers. The employer table on this page is more useful than a static “largest employer” list because it reflects which organizations are posting roles right now.
### Are remote jobs available in Lansing, MI?

Remote listings exist, especially for administrative or digital work, though much of the market still depends on jobs that happen at plants, hospitals, campuses, or local facilities. Use the work-type filters on this page to split remote, hybrid, and fully on-site jobs.
### Which nearby markets pair well with a Lansing job search?

East Lansing, Jackson, and mid-Michigan cities are common next steps when you want a larger search radius from Lansing. A wider search usually starts with the closest commuter markets listed here, then moves to the <a href="/locations/michigan">Michigan jobs page</a> for a broader statewide view.
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