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# Hackensack, NJ Jobs — Top Employers & Pay Data

**State:** [New Jersey Jobs Hiring Now | Salary, Industries, Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/new-jersey?utm_source=ai_markdown)
**Country:** [Top Job Trends By Locations](https://www.foundrole.com/locations?utm_source=ai_markdown)
**Open jobs:** 436
## Summary

- Postings on employer career sites published Jun 1 – Sep 28, 2026: 499
- Median salary: $57K
- Salary range (P25–P75): $44K – $89K
- Remote share: 3.8%

## Market Insights — September 2026

*Based on 499 postings published Jun 1 – Sep 28, 2026 • Updated September 28, 2026*

- Industries with the most postings in Hackensack, NJ: Retail (22% of all postings), followed by Hospitals and Health Care and Mental Health Care.
- Pay in Hackensack, NJ runs 18% below the United States median ($57K 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 Hackensack, NJ

| Industry | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Retail | 110 | — |
| Hospitals & Health Care | 68 | $52K |
| Mental Health Care | 33 | — |
| Medical & Diagnostic Laboratories | 30 | $61K |
| Restaurants | 30 | — |

## Top roles hiring in Hackensack, NJ

| Role | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Retail Sales Associate | 70 | — |

**H1B sponsorship (FY2025 Q4 – FY2026 Q3):** 63 employers filed 84 petitions; 2% of the employers hiring here now are among them.

## Top visa sponsors in Hackensack, NJ

| Company | Workers | Median filed wage |
|---|---|---|
| Cognizant | 4 | — |
| U.S. Bank | 4 | — |
| Center for Discovery and Innovation | 3 | — |
| Holy Name Medical Center | 3 | — |
| AMD | 2 | — |

## Nearby cities hiring

| City | Distance | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| [Paramus, NJ Jobs — Jobs & Salary Outlook](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/new-jersey/paramus?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 4.4 mi | 1206 | $49K |
| [Passaic, NJ Jobs — Top Employers & Pay Data](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/new-jersey/passaic?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 4.9 mi | 324 | $75K |

[All H1B sponsors in Hackensack, NJ](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-sponsors/hackensack-nj?utm_source=ai_markdown)

## Frequently Asked Questions

### What industries are hiring most in Hackensack, NJ?

Healthcare, legal services, county government, retail, finance, and professional services are among the strongest hiring sectors in Hackensack. Its role as a civic and medical center gives the city a deeper office and public-sector job base than many nearby suburbs.
### Who are the top employers hiring in Hackensack, NJ?

Top employers in Hackensack often include hospital systems, county agencies, law offices, retailers, and finance or service firms. The employer section on this page reflects current postings, which helps show where hiring activity is strongest right now.
### How does the Hackensack job market compare to Paramus?

Hackensack usually leans more toward healthcare, legal, and county government roles, while Paramus has a stronger retail and shopping-centered job base. Many candidates search both together because the commute is short and the employer mix covers different strengths.
### How do I filter for remote vs on-site jobs in Hackensack?

Use the work-type filters on this page to separate remote, hybrid, and on-site jobs in Hackensack. Hybrid roles are more likely in legal, finance, and office support functions, while hospitals, retail, and courthouse-related roles still skew more in-person.
### How can I expand my search beyond Hackensack, NJ?

Nearby city links can help you compare Hackensack with Paramus, Teaneck, and Newark-area opportunities. You can also use the <a href="/locations/new-jersey">New Jersey jobs page</a> for a broader search across New Jersey.
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