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title: Carlsbad, NM Jobs — Top Employers & Pay Data
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# Carlsbad, NM Jobs — Top Employers & Pay Data

**State:** [New Mexico Jobs Hiring Now | Salary, Industries, Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/new-mexico?utm_source=ai_markdown)
**Country:** [Top Job Trends By Locations](https://www.foundrole.com/locations?utm_source=ai_markdown)
**Open jobs:** 310
## Summary

- Postings on employer career sites published Jun 1 – Sep 28, 2026: 452
- Median salary: $65K
- Salary range (P25–P75): $39K – $90K
- Remote share: 1.3%

## Market Insights — September 2026

*Based on 452 postings published Jun 1 – Sep 28, 2026 • Updated September 28, 2026*

- Industries with the most postings in Carlsbad, NM: Oil and Gas (23% of all postings), followed by Hospitals and Health Care and Restaurants.
- Pay in Carlsbad, NM runs 7% below the United States median ($65K 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 Carlsbad, NM

| Industry | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Oil & Gas | 105 | — |
| Hospitals & Health Care | 78 | — |
| Restaurants | 50 | — |
| Retail | 46 | — |
| Construction | 34 | — |
| Retail Groceries | 34 | — |

## Top hiring companies in Carlsbad, NM

| Company | Total jobs |
|---|---|
| [DeTar Healthcare System Jobs & Careers — South Texas](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/detar-healthcare-system?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 45 |
| [Albertsons Companies Jobs & Careers — Grocery Retail](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/albertsons-companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 31 |

**H1B sponsorship (FY2025 Q4 – FY2026 Q3):** 9 employers filed 12 petitions.

## Top visa sponsors in Carlsbad, NM

| Company | Workers | Median filed wage |
|---|---|---|
| ExxonMobil | 2 | — |
| Southeast New Mexico College | 2 | — |
| Masoud Khorsand-Sahbaie, M.D. | 2 | — |
| Insignia Hospitality Group | 1 | — |
| Carlsbad Medical Center | 1 | — |

## Nearby cities hiring

| City | Distance | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| [Roswell, NM Jobs — Salaries & Companies Hiring](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/new-mexico/roswell?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 69.3 mi | 390 | $45K |

## Frequently Asked Questions

### What industries are hiring most in Carlsbad, NM?

oil and gas services, mining, healthcare, and construction are among the main hiring lanes in Carlsbad. That mix reflects oil and gas, potash mining, and regional healthcare in southeast New Mexico, plus employers such as energy service companies, mining operators, and Carlsbad Medical Center, which keep both frontline and professional roles active.
### What is the typical salary for jobs in Carlsbad, NM?

Pay in Carlsbad generally runs highest in specialized healthcare, technical, energy, or management work, while entry-level service and support roles track closer to local medians. The salary benchmarks on this page are the quickest way to compare current pay by employer and role.
### Who are the top employers hiring in Carlsbad, NM?

Top employers in Carlsbad often include energy service companies, mining operators, Carlsbad Medical Center, and truck fleets. The employer table on this page is more useful than a static “largest employer” list because it reflects which organizations are posting roles right now.
### Are remote jobs common in Carlsbad, NM?

Remote and hybrid openings show up most often in office, support, technology, and customer-facing functions here. Use the work-type filters on this page to separate remote, hybrid, and fully on-site jobs.
### How can I expand my search beyond Carlsbad, NM?

Artesia, Hobbs, and the Permian Basin corridor are common next steps when you want a wider search radius from Carlsbad. Start with the closest commuter markets listed here, then open the <a href="/locations/new-mexico">New Mexico jobs page</a> for a broader statewide comparison.
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