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# Jobs in Hilton Head Island, SC — Open Roles & Pay Trends

**State:** [South Carolina Jobs Hiring Now | Salary, Industries, Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/south-carolina?utm_source=ai_markdown)
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**Open jobs:** 208
## Summary

- Postings on employer career sites published Jun 1 – Sep 28, 2026: 312
- Median salary: $40K
- Salary range (P25–P75): $37K – $46K
- Remote share: 1.6%

## Market Insights — September 2026

*Based on 312 postings published Jun 1 – Sep 28, 2026 • Updated September 28, 2026*

- Pay in Hilton Head Island, SC runs 43% below the United States median ($40K vs $70K).
- Industries with the most postings in Hilton Head Island, SC: Hospitality Services (37% of all postings), followed by Hospitals and Health Care and Retail.

*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 Hilton Head Island, SC

| Industry | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Hospitality | 116 | — |
| Hospitals & Health Care | 57 | — |
| Retail | 50 | — |

**H1B sponsorship (FY2025 Q4 – FY2026 Q3):** 2 employers filed 2 petitions.

## Top visa sponsors in Hilton Head Island, SC

| Company | Workers | Median filed wage |
|---|---|---|
| Columbia Sussex Corporation | 1 | — |
| All Saints Episcopal Church | 1 | — |

## Nearby cities hiring

| City | Distance | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| [Hilton Head, SC Jobs — Hiring Trends & Top Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/south-carolina/hilton-head?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 1.8 mi | 99 | — |
| [Jobs in Bluffton, SC — Open Roles & Pay Trends](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/south-carolina/bluffton?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 7.8 mi | 531 | $45K |
| [Beaufort, SC Jobs — Hiring Trends & Top Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/south-carolina/beaufort?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 16.9 mi | 360 | $55K |
| [Jobs in Savannah, GA — Port, Tourism & Healthcare](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/georgia/savannah?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 22.5 mi | 3444 | $48K |
| [Ridgeland, SC Jobs — Jobs & Salary Outlook](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/south-carolina/ridgeland?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 24.3 mi | 85 | — |

## Frequently Asked Questions

### What industries are hiring most in Hilton Head Island, SC?

Resorts, hospitality, golf, retail, healthcare, and property services are among the strongest hiring sectors in Hilton Head Island. Tourism drives a large share of demand, but the permanent resident base also supports ongoing hiring in healthcare and community services.
### Who are the top employers hiring in Hilton Head Island, SC?

Top employers on Hilton Head Island often include resorts, hotels, healthcare providers, retailers, golf operations, and property-management businesses. The employer section on this page reflects current postings, which helps show where active hiring is happening now.
### How does Hilton Head Island's job market compare to Bluffton?

Hilton Head Island usually leans more heavily toward resort, golf, and visitor-facing jobs, while Bluffton has a stronger construction and residential-growth component. Many candidates search both together because the commute is common and the employer mix is complementary.
### How do I filter for remote vs on-site jobs in Hilton Head Island?

Use the work-type filters on this page to separate remote, hybrid, and on-site jobs in Hilton Head Island. Most local demand remains in-person because resorts, healthcare, retail, and property operations require site-based work, while remote roles cluster more in support functions.
### How can I expand my search beyond Hilton Head Island, SC?

Use nearby city links to compare Hilton Head Island with Bluffton, Beaufort, and Savannah-area jobs. The <a href="/locations/south-carolina">South Carolina jobs page</a> helps widen the search across South Carolina.
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