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# Jobs in Auburn, WA — Salary & Top Employers

**State:** [Washington Jobs Hiring Now | Salary, Industries, Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/washington?utm_source=ai_markdown)
**Country:** [Top Job Trends By Locations](https://www.foundrole.com/locations?utm_source=ai_markdown)
**Open jobs:** 504
## Summary

- Postings on employer career sites published Jun 1 – Sep 28, 2026: 883
- Median salary: $60K
- Salary range (P25–P75): $48K – $92K
- Remote share: 1.1%

## Market Insights — September 2026

*Based on 883 postings published Jun 1 – Sep 28, 2026 • Updated September 28, 2026*

- Pay in Auburn, WA runs 14% below the United States median ($60K vs $70K).
- Industries with the most postings in Auburn, WA: Wholesale Building Materials (10% of all postings), followed by Retail and Retail Groceries.

*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 Auburn, WA

| Industry | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Wholesale Building Materials | 85 | $56K |
| Retail | 83 | $42K |
| Retail Groceries | 66 | — |
| Airlines & Aviation | 51 | $63K |
| Hospitals & Health Care | 30 | — |

## Top roles hiring in Auburn, WA

| Role | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 49 | $149K |
| Production Operator | 32 | — |

## Top hiring companies in Auburn, WA

| Company | Total jobs |
|---|---|
| [Albertsons Companies Jobs & Careers — Grocery Retail](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/albertsons-companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 66 |

**H1B sponsorship (FY2025 Q4 – FY2026 Q3):** 34 employers filed 58 petitions; under 1% of the employers hiring here now are among them.

## Top visa sponsors in Auburn, WA

| Company | Workers | Median filed wage |
|---|---|---|
| MultiCare Health System | 43 | — |
| Sound Physicians | 6 | — |
| Zones | 3 | — |
| Motional | 2 | — |
| Petco | 2 | — |

## Nearby cities hiring

| City | Distance | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| [Jobs in Federal Way, WA — Retail, Healthcare & Local Hiring](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/washington/federal-way?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 4.1 mi | 516 | $53K |
| [Jobs in Kent, WA — Manufacturing, Logistics & Local Roles](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/washington/kent?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 5.1 mi | 1260 | $64K |
| [Jobs in Puyallup, WA — Healthcare, Retail & Local Hiring](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/washington/puyallup?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 9.0 mi | 1032 | $68K |
| [Jobs in Tacoma, WA — Port, Healthcare & Top Employers](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/washington/tacoma?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 10.8 mi | 2724 | $65K |
| [Jobs in Renton, WA — Boeing, Healthcare & Local Hiring](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/washington/renton?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 12.1 mi | 1090 | $83K |

## Frequently Asked Questions

### What industries are hiring most in Auburn, WA?

Manufacturing, logistics, and distribution lead hiring in Auburn, supported by the city's proximity to major freight routes. Retail and healthcare roles are also consistently available. Browse the top industries section on this page to see current demand.
### What is the typical salary for jobs in Auburn, WA?

Salaries in Auburn vary by industry. Logistics and warehouse roles typically range from $18–$28/hr, while tech and professional roles can reach significantly higher. Check the salary benchmarks section on this page for the latest data.
### Who are the top employers hiring in Auburn, WA?

Auburn's top employers include distribution centers, manufacturing plants, and retailers operating along the Kent–Auburn industrial corridor. The top employers section on this page lists companies with current open roles.
### Are there remote jobs available in Auburn, WA?

Remote and hybrid roles exist in Auburn, primarily in tech, marketing, and administrative functions. The jobs listing on this page lets you filter by remote availability to find flexible work options.
### How do I search jobs in cities near Auburn, WA?

You can expand your search to nearby Kent, Renton, or Federal Way from the Washington state jobs page. Each city page shows its own top employers, industries, and salary data so you can compare options across the greater Seattle–Tacoma corridor.
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