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title: Jobs in Hickory, NC — Jobs & Salary Outlook
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date: 2026-09-28T19:13:34Z
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# Jobs in Hickory, NC — Jobs & Salary Outlook

**State:** [North Carolina Jobs Hiring Now | Salary, Industries, Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/north-carolina?utm_source=ai_markdown)
**Country:** [Top Job Trends By Locations](https://www.foundrole.com/locations?utm_source=ai_markdown)
**Open jobs:** 806
## Summary

- Postings on employer career sites published Jun 1 – Sep 28, 2026: 1,253
- Median salary: $47K
- Salary range (P25–P75): $29K – $79K
- Remote share: 1.0%

## Market Insights — September 2026

*Based on 1,253 postings published Jun 1 – Sep 28, 2026 • Updated September 28, 2026*

- Pay in Hickory, NC runs 33% below the United States median ($47K vs $70K).
- Industries with the most postings in Hickory, NC: Hospitals and Health Care (25% of all postings), followed by Retail and Restaurants.

*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 Hickory, NC

| Industry | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Hospitals & Health Care | 307 | $21K |
| Retail | 179 | — |
| Restaurants | 93 | — |
| Retail Groceries | 72 | — |
| Glass, Ceramics & Concrete Manufacturing | 66 | $113K |
| Staffing & Recruiting | 53 | $76K |
| Telecommunications | 52 | — |
| Food & Beverage Services | 42 | — |
| Facilities Services | 30 | — |

## Top roles hiring in Hickory, NC

| Role | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 106 | $63K |
| Retail Sales Associate | 54 | — |
| Restaurant Team Member | 36 | — |
| Assistant Manager | 33 | — |
| Shift Leader | 30 | — |

## Top hiring companies in Hickory, NC

| Company | Total jobs |
|---|---|
| [Lifepoint Health Jobs & Careers — Community Hospital Network](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/lifepoint-health?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 205 |
| [Lowes Foods Jobs & Careers — Regional Grocery](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/lowes-foods?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 69 |
| [AutoZone Jobs & Careers — Auto Parts Retail](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/autozone?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 34 |
| [Performance Foodservice Jobs & Careers — Food Distribution](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/performance-foodservice?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 32 |

**H1B sponsorship (FY2025 Q4 – FY2026 Q3):** 8 employers filed 13 petitions.

## Top visa sponsors in Hickory, NC

| Company | Workers | Median filed wage |
|---|---|---|
| Corning | 6 | — |
| Veterinary Referrals of Hickory | 1 | — |
| Quest IT Solutions Inc | 1 | — |
| Dr. A. K. Richardson and Associates | 1 | — |
| Lowe’s Home Improvement | 1 | — |

## Nearby cities hiring

| City | Distance | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| [Morganton, NC Jobs — Hiring Trends & Top Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/north-carolina/morganton?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 19.3 mi | 220 | $34K |

## Frequently Asked Questions

### What industries are hiring most in Hickory, NC?

advanced manufacturing, furniture, logistics, and healthcare are among the main hiring lanes in Hickory. That mix reflects furniture, advanced manufacturing, trucking, and healthcare in the Catawba Valley, plus employers such as Catawba Valley Health System, manufacturing plants, and trucking fleets, which keep both frontline and professional roles active.
### What is the typical salary for jobs in Hickory, NC?

Pay in Hickory generally runs highest in specialized healthcare, technical, engineering, 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 Hickory, NC?

Top employers in Hickory often include Catawba Valley Health System, manufacturing plants, trucking fleets, and furniture companies. 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 Hickory, NC?

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 Hickory, NC?

Morganton, Statesville, and Charlotte-bound corridors are common next steps when you want a wider search radius from Hickory. The nearby cities list on this page and the <a href="/locations/north-carolina">North Carolina jobs page</a> make it easier to compare openings, pay, and employers across the state.
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