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# Jobs in Ridgeland, MS — Open Roles & Pay Trends

**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:** 242
## Summary

- Postings on employer career sites published Jun 1 – Sep 28, 2026: 389
- Median salary: $63K
- Salary range (P25–P75): $38K – $88K
- Remote share: 3.1%

## Market Insights — September 2026

*Based on 389 postings published Jun 1 – Sep 28, 2026 • Updated September 28, 2026*

- Industries with the most postings in Ridgeland, MS: Accounting (16% of all postings), followed by Retail and Hospitals and Health Care.
- Pay in Ridgeland, MS runs 11% below the United States median ($63K vs $70K).

*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 Ridgeland, MS

| Industry | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Accounting | 61 | — |
| Retail | 57 | — |
| Hospitals & Health Care | 56 | — |
| Banking | 35 | — |

**H1B sponsorship (FY2025 Q4 – FY2026 Q3):** 16 employers filed 28 petitions.

## Top visa sponsors in Ridgeland, MS

| Company | Workers | Median filed wage |
|---|---|---|
| University of Mississippi Medical Center | 8 | — |
| EY | 3 | — |
| BDO USA | 2 | — |
| Infinite Computer Solutions | 2 | — |

## 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) | 2.5 mi | 316 | $41K |
| [Jobs in Flowood, MS — Hiring Trends & Top Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/mississippi/flowood?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 8.2 mi | 456 | $42K |
| [Jackson, MS Jobs — Open Roles & Pay Trends](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/mississippi/jackson?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 9.5 mi | 2619 | $58K |
| [Pearl, MS Jobs — Top Employers & Pay Data](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/mississippi/pearl?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 10.6 mi | 261 | $36K |
| [Hiring in Canton, MS — Jobs & Salary Outlook](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/mississippi/canton?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 13.9 mi | 330 | $80K |

## Frequently Asked Questions

### What industries are strongest for jobs in Ridgeland, MS?

Healthcare, finance, office support, retail, restaurants, and professional services are major hiring sectors in Ridgeland. The city's role as a business corridor in the Jackson metro gives it a stronger concentration of commercial and white-collar work than many Mississippi suburbs.
### Who are the top employers in Ridgeland, MS?

Large employers around Ridgeland include healthcare providers, office-based companies, banks, retailers, and restaurant groups. The employer table on this page shows where current listings are concentrated, which is useful because demand can shift between medical, corporate, and consumer-facing sectors.
### How does Ridgeland's job market compare with Madison or Jackson?

Ridgeland often overlaps with both Madison and Jackson, but it tends to have a denser office, retail, and restaurant corridor than either on a per-mile basis. Comparing the three cities helps you decide whether you want corporate access, suburban convenience, or the largest total pool of openings.
### Are remote jobs common in Ridgeland, MS?

Remote and hybrid jobs are available in Ridgeland, especially in administrative, finance, and some professional functions, but a large share of hiring still happens on-site. Clinics, restaurants, stores, and customer-facing operations remain important parts of the local market.
### How can I expand my search beyond Ridgeland, MS?

Use the nearby-city list to compare Ridgeland with Madison, Flowood, and Jackson, then open the <a href="/locations/mississippi">Mississippi jobs page</a> for the statewide directory. That helps you widen the search without leaving the same metro economy.
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