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# Jobs in Middletown, RI — Jobs & Salary Outlook

**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:** 182
## Summary

- Postings on employer career sites published Jun 1 – Sep 28, 2026: 251
- Median salary: $58K
- Salary range (P25–P75): $39K – $101K
- Remote share: 2.0%

## Market Insights — September 2026

*Based on 251 postings published Jun 1 – Sep 28, 2026 • Updated September 28, 2026*

- Industries with the most postings in Middletown, RI: Defense and Space (20% of all postings), followed by Retail and Restaurants.
- Pay in Middletown, RI runs 17% below the United States median ($58K 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 Middletown, RI

| Industry | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Defense & Space | 51 | $118K |
| Retail | 47 | — |
| Restaurants | 37 | — |

**H1B sponsorship (FY2025 Q4 – FY2026 Q3):** 4 employers filed 5 petitions.

## Top visa sponsors in Middletown, RI

| Company | Workers | Median filed wage |
|---|---|---|
| Embrace Home Loans | 2 | — |
| Medline Industries, LP. | 1 | — |
| Rhode Island Hospital | 1 | — |
| VIROGEN CORP. | 1 | — |

## Nearby cities hiring

| City | Distance | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| [Newport, RI Jobs — Hiring Trends & Top Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/rhode-island/newport?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 4.0 mi | 304 | $49K |
| [North Kingstown, RI Jobs — Top Employers & Pay Data](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/rhode-island/north-kingstown?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 9.1 mi | 135 | $58K |
| [Warwick, RI Jobs — Top Employers & Pay Data](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/rhode-island/warwick?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 12.5 mi | 929 | $46K |
| [Jobs in Fall River, MA — Hiring Now](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/massachusetts/fall-river?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 12.9 mi | 696 | $55K |

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

## Frequently Asked Questions

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

Defense support, hospitality, healthcare, schools, and tourism-related services are major hiring sectors in Middletown. Its location on Aquidneck Island means the city shares a labor market with Newport while keeping its own concentration of community-based employers.
### Who are the top employers in Middletown, RI?

Employers around Middletown include healthcare providers, school systems, hospitality businesses, defense-related organizations, and retailers serving the island. The employer table on this page shows where current demand is strongest across medical, tourism, and support roles.
### How does Middletown compare with Newport for jobs?

Middletown and Newport share the same island economy, but Middletown often leans a bit more residential and community-based while Newport has a denser concentration of tourism and naval-adjacent activity. Looking at both helps clarify the best fit for your commute and sector.
### Are there seasonal hiring patterns in Middletown?

Yes. Hospitality, tourism, restaurants, and visitor services on Aquidneck Island often rise with peak travel seasons. Healthcare, schools, and defense-support roles are usually steadier, so the local market combines seasonal service demand with a year-round institutional base.
### How can I expand my search beyond Middletown, RI?

Use the nearby-city links to compare Middletown with Newport and North Kingstown, then open the <a href="/locations/rhode-island">Rhode Island jobs page</a> for a statewide view. That helps you compare island and mainland job markets together.
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