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title: Jobs in Cape Girardeau, MO — Salaries & Companies Hiring
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# Jobs in Cape Girardeau, MO — Salaries & Companies Hiring

**State:** [Missouri Jobs Hiring Now | Salary, Industries, Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/missouri?utm_source=ai_markdown)
**Country:** [Top Job Trends By Locations](https://www.foundrole.com/locations?utm_source=ai_markdown)
**Open jobs:** 499
## Summary

- Postings on employer career sites published Jun 1 – Sep 28, 2026: 682
- Median salary: $39K
- Salary range (P25–P75): $36K – $48K
- Remote share: 3.7%

## Market Insights — September 2026

*Based on 682 postings published Jun 1 – Sep 28, 2026 • Updated September 28, 2026*

- Pay in Cape Girardeau, MO runs 44% below the United States median ($39K vs $70K).
- Industries with the most postings in Cape Girardeau, MO: Medical Practices (35% of all postings), followed by Hospitals and Health Care 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 Cape Girardeau, MO

| Industry | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Practices | 236 | — |
| Hospitals & Health Care | 107 | $42K |
| Retail | 94 | $36K |
| Mental Health Care | 36 | — |

## Top roles hiring in Cape Girardeau, MO

| Role | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 60 | — |

## Top hiring companies in Cape Girardeau, MO

| Company | Total jobs |
|---|---|
| [UHS Jobs & Careers — Hospitals & Behavioral Health](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/universal-health-services?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 46 |

**H1B sponsorship (FY2025 Q4 – FY2026 Q3):** 12 employers filed 25 petitions.

## Top visa sponsors in Cape Girardeau, MO

| Company | Workers | Median filed wage |
|---|---|---|
| Southeast Missouri State Univeristy | 6 | — |
| Saint Francis Healthcare System | 13 | — |
| ComfortLiv | 3 | — |
| Mercy | 2 | — |
| Vizient | 2 | — |

## Frequently Asked Questions

### What employers stand out in Cape Girardeau, MO?

Cape Girardeau's most visible employers typically include Saint Francis Healthcare System, Southeast Missouri State University, school systems, manufacturers, and river-linked logistics businesses. The employer table on this page shows which of them are actively posting roles now.
### Is healthcare a major employer in Cape Girardeau?

Yes. Healthcare is one of the city's main employment anchors, supported by hospital systems, clinics, and related support services. That healthcare base works alongside education and manufacturing, which helps make the local market more stable than a single-industry town.
### Are there seasonal hiring patterns in Cape Girardeau?

Seasonal changes can appear in retail, hospitality, and some river-related operations, while hospital, school, and public-sector hiring tends to be steadier. Watching listings over a few weeks is useful if you are targeting campus-adjacent or tourism-linked roles.
### How can I widen my job search beyond Cape Girardeau?

Use nearby-city links first, then move to the <a href="/locations/missouri">Missouri jobs page</a> to compare openings across the broader southeast Missouri market. That is useful if you are flexible on commuting or looking for a larger employer base.
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