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# Hiring in Bend, OR — Salaries & Companies Hiring

**State:** [Oregon Jobs Hiring Now | Salary, Industries, Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/oregon?utm_source=ai_markdown)
**Country:** [Top Job Trends By Locations](https://www.foundrole.com/locations?utm_source=ai_markdown)
**Open jobs:** 1,093

**Hiring momentum:** -16.1% — 26 new postings in the last 28 days vs 31 in the 28 days before, on career sites tracked through both periods
## Summary

- Postings on employer career sites published Jun 1 – Sep 28, 2026: 1,766
- Median salary: $52K
- Salary range (P25–P75): $43K – $62K
- Remote share: 3.5%

## Market Insights — September 2026

*Based on 1,766 postings published Jun 1 – Sep 28, 2026 • Updated September 28, 2026*

- Pay in Bend, OR runs 26% below the United States median ($52K vs $70K).
- Industries with the most postings in Bend, OR: Hospitals and Health Care (25% of all postings), followed by Retail and Retail Groceries.
- New postings for Bend, OR fell 16% in the last 28 days (26 vs 31 in the 28 days before).

*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 Bend, OR

| Industry | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Hospitals & Health Care | 436 | $55K |
| Retail | 230 | $40K |
| Retail Groceries | 166 | — |
| Recreational Facilities | 84 | $42K |
| Staffing & Recruiting | 70 | — |
| Pharmaceutical Manufacturing | 48 | — |
| Motor Vehicle Manufacturing | 39 | — |
| Government Administration | 34 | — |
| Medical Practices | 33 | — |
| Insurance | 32 | — |

## Top roles hiring in Bend, OR

| Role | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Retail Sales Associate | 116 | — |
| Registered Nurse | 84 | — |
| Sterile Processing Technician | 41 | — |
| Medical Assistant | 33 | — |
| Customer Service Representative | 30 | — |
| Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) | 30 | — |

## Top hiring companies in Bend, OR

| Company | Total jobs |
|---|---|
| [Albertsons Companies Jobs & Careers — Grocery Retail](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/albertsons-companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 146 |

**H1B sponsorship (FY2025 Q4 – FY2026 Q3):** 18 employers filed 27 petitions.

## Top visa sponsors in Bend, OR

| Company | Workers | Median filed wage |
|---|---|---|
| Saint-Gobain | 5 | — |
| Lonza | 2 | — |
| Qualitest | 2 | — |
| Addepar | 2 | — |
| The Retail Score Pty Ltd | 2 | — |

## Frequently Asked Questions

### Who are the top employers hiring in Bend, OR?

Top employers in Bend often include St. Charles Health System, outdoor brands, hospitality operators, and construction firms. 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.
### What entry-level jobs are common in Bend, OR?

Entry-level openings in Bend are most common in healthcare and tourism, plus customer support, retail, and operations roles. Many employers hire for trainable positions first and then build toward certifications, apprenticeships, or internal promotion.
### Which areas in Bend have the most jobs?

downtown Bend, the medical district, and commercial corridors along Highway 97 usually account for a large share of the local job concentration. Those areas combine major employers, commuter access, and business services, which is why many candidates search by area as well as by company.
### What is the typical salary for jobs in Bend, OR?

Pay in Bend generally runs highest in specialized healthcare, technology, technical, 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.
### How can I expand my search beyond Bend, OR?

Redmond, Sisters, and wider Central Oregon markets are common next steps when you want a wider search radius from Bend. Use the nearby cities on this page first, then widen to the <a href="/locations/oregon">Oregon jobs page</a> when you want a larger employer mix.
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