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# Hiring in Canton, MS — Jobs & Salary Outlook

**State:** [Mississippi Jobs Hiring Now | Salary, Industries, Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/mississippi?utm_source=ai_markdown)
**Country:** [Top Job Trends By Locations](https://www.foundrole.com/locations?utm_source=ai_markdown)
**Open jobs:** 293
## Summary

- Postings on employer career sites published Jun 1 – Sep 28, 2026: 330
- Median salary: $80K
- Salary range (P25–P75): $63K – $97K
- Remote share: 1.2%

## Top industries in Canton, MS

| Industry | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Transportation & Logistics | 201 | $80K |
| Hospitals & Health Care | 33 | — |

## Top roles hiring in Canton, MS

| Role | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Field Installation Technician | 58 | — |
| Computer Hardware Repair Technician | 45 | — |

## Top hiring companies in Canton, MS

| Company | Total jobs |
|---|---|
| [Amazon Jobs & Careers — E-Commerce & Cloud](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/amazon?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 190 |

**H1B sponsorship (FY2025 Q4 – FY2026 Q3):** 6 employers filed 22 petitions.

## Top visa sponsors in Canton, MS

| Company | Workers | Median filed wage |
|---|---|---|
| Amazon | 69 | — |
| University of Mississippi Medical Center | 3 | — |
| Mercy | 1 | — |
| Yates Construction | 1 | — |
| Gregory Construction | 1 | — |

## Nearby cities hiring

| City | Distance | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| [Hiring in Madison, MS — Salary & Top Employers](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/mississippi/madison?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 11.4 mi | 316 | $41K |
| [Jobs in Ridgeland, MS — Open Roles & Pay Trends](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/mississippi/ridgeland?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 13.9 mi | 389 | $63K |
| [Jobs in Flowood, MS — Hiring Trends & Top Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/mississippi/flowood?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 21.7 mi | 456 | $42K |
| [Jackson, MS Jobs — Open Roles & Pay Trends](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/mississippi/jackson?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 23.3 mi | 2619 | $58K |
| [Pearl, MS Jobs — Top Employers & Pay Data](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/mississippi/pearl?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 23.9 mi | 261 | $36K |

## Frequently Asked Questions

### Is auto manufacturing a major employer in Canton, MS?

Yes. Auto manufacturing is the defining industry in Canton because Nissan and its supplier network drive a large share of local production, maintenance, quality, logistics, and engineering hiring. That concentration makes Canton one of the clearest automotive job markets in Mississippi.
### What is the typical salary for jobs in Canton, MS?

Salaries in Canton vary by role, but skilled production, maintenance, quality, and logistics jobs often pay more than entry-level retail or food service work. The salary section on this page helps you compare plant-adjacent wages with broader central Mississippi opportunities.
### What certifications help in Canton job searches?

Industrial maintenance credentials, welding certificates, OSHA training, forklift certification, and mechanical or electrical coursework can strengthen applications in Canton. Employers tied to manufacturing usually value workers who can step into safety-sensitive, equipment-heavy environments quickly.
### How do I filter for remote versus on-site jobs in Canton?

Use the remote filter on this page to separate digital or administrative work from plant, warehouse, and field roles. That matters in Canton because most local demand is still on-site, especially in manufacturing, distribution, maintenance, and transportation operations.
### How can I expand my search beyond Canton, MS?

Compare openings in Jackson, Flowood, and Madison, then use the <a href="/locations/mississippi">Mississippi jobs page</a> to scan the full state map. That gives you access to the broader central Mississippi labor market around the same commute shed.
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