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# Hiring in Madison, MS — Salary & Top Employers

**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:** 184
## Summary

- Postings on employer career sites published Jun 1 – Sep 28, 2026: 316
- Median salary: $41K
- Salary range (P25–P75): $38K – $44K
- Remote share: 10.4%

## Market Insights — September 2026

*Based on 316 postings published Jun 1 – Sep 28, 2026 • Updated September 28, 2026*

- Pay in Madison, MS runs 42% below the United States median ($41K vs $70K).
- Industries with the most postings in Madison, MS: Hospitals and Health Care (29% of all postings), followed by Restaurants and Retail.

*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 Madison, MS

| Industry | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Hospitals & Health Care | 91 | — |
| Restaurants | 56 | — |
| Retail | 54 | — |

**H1B sponsorship (FY2025 Q4 – FY2026 Q3):** 6 employers filed 7 petitions.

## Top visa sponsors in Madison, MS

| Company | Workers | Median filed wage |
|---|---|---|
| University of Mississippi Medical Center | 2 | — |
| HTC Global Services | 1 | — |
| ComTec Information Systems | 1 | — |
| VitalEdge Technologies | 1 | — |
| Technology Partners | 1 | — |

## Nearby cities hiring

| City | Distance | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| [Jobs in Ridgeland, MS — Open Roles & Pay Trends](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/mississippi/ridgeland?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 2.5 mi | 389 | $63K |
| [Jobs in Flowood, MS — Hiring Trends & Top Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/mississippi/flowood?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 10.6 mi | 456 | $42K |
| [Hiring in Canton, MS — Jobs & Salary Outlook](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/mississippi/canton?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 11.4 mi | 330 | $80K |
| [Jackson, MS Jobs — Open Roles & Pay Trends](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/mississippi/jackson?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 11.9 mi | 2619 | $58K |
| [Pearl, MS Jobs — Top Employers & Pay Data](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/mississippi/pearl?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 12.9 mi | 261 | $36K |

## Frequently Asked Questions

### What industries hire the most in Madison, MS?

Healthcare, schools, retail, finance, and professional services are among the main hiring sectors in Madison. Its role as a Jackson suburb means the market tends to lean more toward white-collar, education, and service work than heavy industrial or manufacturing employment.
### How does Madison's job market compare with Jackson or Ridgeland?

Madison is smaller than Jackson but often overlaps with the same metro labor pool, while Ridgeland usually has a denser office and retail corridor. Comparing all three can help you balance commute, employer type, and salary expectations within the same central Mississippi market.
### Who are the top employers in Madison, MS?

Key employers around Madison include healthcare providers, schools, retail centers, banks, and professional-services firms across the northern Jackson suburbs. The employer table on this page shows where current openings are concentrated, which can shift between medical, education, and office roles.
### Are remote jobs common in Madison, MS?

Remote and hybrid jobs are available in Madison, especially in administrative, finance, and professional roles, but they do not define the whole market. Healthcare, schools, retail, and many customer-facing positions still require workers to be on-site across the Jackson suburban corridor.
### How can I expand my search beyond Madison, MS?

Use the nearby-city options to compare Madison with Ridgeland, Jackson, and Flowood, then open the <a href="/locations/mississippi">Mississippi jobs page</a> for a statewide scan. That helps you widen the search while staying in the same metro economy.
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