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title: Hiring in Chattanooga, TN — Salaries & Companies Hiring
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  and technology. See companies hiring and salary ranges.
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# Hiring in Chattanooga, TN — Salaries & Companies Hiring

**State:** [Tennessee Jobs Hiring Now | Salary, Industries, Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/tennessee?utm_source=ai_markdown)
**Country:** [Top Job Trends By Locations](https://www.foundrole.com/locations?utm_source=ai_markdown)
**Open jobs:** 2,293

**Hiring momentum:** +34.2% — 98 new postings in the last 28 days vs 73 in the 28 days before, on career sites tracked through both periods
## Summary

- Postings on employer career sites published Jun 1 – Sep 28, 2026: 3,140
- Median salary: $81K
- Salary range (P25–P75): $45K – $145K
- Remote share: 6.9%

## Market Insights — September 2026

*Based on 3,140 postings published Jun 1 – Sep 28, 2026 • Updated September 28, 2026*

- New postings for Chattanooga, TN rose 34% in the last 28 days (98 vs 73 in the 28 days before).
- Pay in Chattanooga, TN runs 16% above the United States median ($81K vs $70K).
- Industries with the most postings in Chattanooga, TN: Retail (12% of all postings), followed by Hospitals and Health Care and Business Consulting and Services.

*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 Chattanooga, TN

| Industry | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Retail | 387 | $31K |
| Hospitals & Health Care | 234 | $75K |
| Business Consulting & Services | 211 | $179K |
| Oil & Gas | 170 | $107K |
| Insurance | 158 | $77K |
| Restaurants | 124 | — |
| Transportation & Logistics | 112 | — |
| Construction | 99 | — |
| Engineering Services | 75 | $136K |
| Pet Services | 70 | — |

## Top roles hiring in Chattanooga, TN

| Role | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Retail Sales Associate | 134 | — |
| Sales Representative | 71 | — |
| CDL Driver | 70 | — |
| Nuclear Engineer | 66 | $126K |
| Assistant Manager | 59 | — |
| Registered Nurse | 58 | — |
| Power Systems Engineer | 52 | $126K |
| Delivery Driver | 42 | — |
| Customer Service Representative | 41 | — |
| Civil Engineer | 35 | — |

## Top hiring companies in Chattanooga, TN

| Company | Total jobs |
|---|---|
| [Domino's Pizza Pakistan Jobs & Careers — QSR](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/domino-s-pizza?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 67 |
| [AutoZone Jobs & Careers — Auto Parts Retail](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/autozone?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 42 |

**H1B sponsorship (FY2025 Q4 – FY2026 Q3):** 72 employers filed 159 petitions; 2% of the employers hiring here now are among them.

## Top visa sponsors in Chattanooga, TN

| Company | Workers | Median filed wage |
|---|---|---|
| BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee | 23 | — |
| Unum | 15 | — |
| Accenture | 8 | — |
| Kenco Group | 7 | — |
| University of Tennessee at Chattanooga | 7 | — |

[All H1B sponsors in Chattanooga, TN](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-sponsors/chattanooga-tn?utm_source=ai_markdown)

## Frequently Asked Questions

### What entry-level jobs are common in Chattanooga, TN?

Entry-level work in Chattanooga is often easiest to find in technology, support services, customer-facing operations, and basic administrative roles. That makes the city workable for first-step job searches, while experience and certifications matter more as you move into higher-paying positions.
### Which neighborhoods or areas in Chattanooga have the most jobs?

In Chattanooga, hiring usually clusters around downtown, Enterprise South, and riverfront logistics zones. Those areas tend to collect the largest employers, commuter access, and the highest concentration of listings in the city.
### What is the salary outlook for jobs in Chattanooga, TN?

Chattanooga pay is usually strongest in licensed, technical, management, or specialized roles tied to manufacturing and logistics. Entry-level support or service jobs tend to sit lower, so the salary section on this page is the best way to compare current listings across the local market.
### Are there seasonal hiring patterns in Chattanooga?

Chattanooga can show seasonal movement when tourism, manufacturing schedules, school calendars, or freight demand affect employers. Checking fresh listings regularly matters because local demand can change faster than a static employer roster.
### How can I widen my search beyond Chattanooga, TN?

A wider search usually starts with Cleveland, Knoxville, and Nashville. You can compare those markets from the nearby cities section, then open the <a href="/locations/tennessee">Tennessee jobs page</a> for a broader statewide view.
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