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title: Jobs in Johnston, RI — Open Roles & Pay Trends
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# Jobs in Johnston, RI — Open Roles & Pay Trends

**State:** [Rhode Island Jobs Hiring Now | Salary, Industries, Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/rhode-island?utm_source=ai_markdown)
**Country:** [Top Job Trends By Locations](https://www.foundrole.com/locations?utm_source=ai_markdown)
**Open jobs:** 148
## Summary

- Postings on employer career sites published Jun 1 – Sep 28, 2026: 298
- Median salary: $66K
- Salary range (P25–P75): $44K – $110K
- Remote share: 12.1%

## Top industries in Johnston, RI

| Industry | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Banking | 131 | $109K |

**H1B sponsorship (FY2025 Q4 – FY2026 Q3):** 16 employers filed 124 petitions; 3% of the employers hiring here now are among them.

## Top visa sponsors in Johnston, RI

| Company | Workers | Median filed wage |
|---|---|---|
| Citizens Bank | 39 | $143K |
| Citizens Bank | 88 | $87K |
| Factory Mutual Insurance | 55 | — |
| Dassault Systèmes | 9 | — |
| Fidelity Technology Group, LLC d/b/a Fidelity Investments | 4 | — |

## Nearby cities hiring

| City | Distance | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| [Cranston, RI Jobs — Salary & Top Employers](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/rhode-island/cranston?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 4.6 mi | 464 | $44K |
| [Jobs in Providence, RI — Salary & Top Employers](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/rhode-island/providence?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 4.9 mi | 2180 | $85K |
| [Jobs in Smithfield, RI — Hiring Trends & Top Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/rhode-island/smithfield?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 7.3 mi | 298 | $47K |
| [Pawtucket, RI Jobs — Open Roles & Pay Trends](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/rhode-island/pawtucket?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 7.5 mi | 240 | $50K |
| [Jobs in Central Falls, RI — Top Employers & Pay Data](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/rhode-island/central-falls?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 7.6 mi | 30 | — |
| [Jobs in Lincoln, RI — Salaries & Companies Hiring](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/rhode-island/lincoln?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 7.8 mi | 218 | $72K |
| [Clayville, RI Jobs — Hiring Now](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/rhode-island/clayville?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 9.2 mi | 0 | — |
| [Warwick, RI Jobs — Top Employers & Pay Data](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/rhode-island/warwick?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 9.6 mi | 929 | $46K |
| [Jobs in Chepachet, RI — Jobs & Salary Outlook](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/rhode-island/chepachet?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 10.2 mi | 0 | — |
| [Jobs in North Smithfield, RI — Jobs & Salary Outlook](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/rhode-island/north-smithfield?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 10.2 mi | 0 | — |

[All H1B sponsors in Johnston, RI](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-sponsors/johnston-ri?utm_source=ai_markdown)

## Frequently Asked Questions

### What industries hire the most in Johnston, RI?

Logistics, healthcare, retail, public services, and office support are major hiring sectors in Johnston. Its location near Providence creates a broad mix of suburban commercial demand and access to larger metro employers without leaving central Rhode Island.
### Who are the top employers in Johnston, RI?

Employers around Johnston include healthcare providers, school systems, retailers, municipal services, and warehouse-related businesses. The employer table on this page shows where current listings are concentrated across medical, public-sector, logistics, and customer-facing roles.
### What's the commute pattern for Johnston workers?

Many workers in Johnston commute into Providence, Cranston, or other nearby suburbs rather than staying within one municipality. That pattern matters because hospital systems, warehouse sites, offices, and stores are spread across the wider metro corridor.
### Are remote jobs common in Johnston, RI?

Remote and hybrid jobs are available in Johnston, especially in support and administrative functions, but they are not the main hiring pattern. Logistics, healthcare, stores, and public-facing roles still create a large amount of in-person work.
### How can I expand my search beyond Johnston, RI?

Use the nearby-city links to compare Johnston with Cranston and Providence, then open the <a href="/locations/rhode-island">Rhode Island jobs page</a> for a statewide search. That helps you widen the search across the core Rhode Island metro.
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