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# Jobs in Kent, WA — Manufacturing, Logistics & Local Roles

**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:** 794

**Hiring momentum:** +27.1% — 75 new postings in the last 28 days vs 59 in the 28 days before, on career sites tracked through both periods
## Summary

- Postings on employer career sites published Jun 1 – Sep 28, 2026: 1,260
- Median salary: $64K
- Salary range (P25–P75): $50K – $98K
- Remote share: 4.1%

## Market Insights — September 2026

*Based on 1,260 postings published Jun 1 – Sep 28, 2026 • Updated September 28, 2026*

- New postings for Kent, WA rose 27% in the last 28 days (75 vs 59 in the 28 days before).
- Industries with the most postings in Kent, WA: Defense and Space (11% of all postings), followed by Hospitals and Health Care and Retail.
- Pay in Kent, WA runs 9% below the United States median ($64K 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 Kent, WA

| Industry | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Defense & Space | 142 | $129K |
| Hospitals & Health Care | 74 | $73K |
| Retail | 73 | — |
| Transportation & Logistics | 67 | $67K |
| Retail Groceries | 56 | — |
| Restaurants | 47 | — |
| Environmental Services | 44 | — |
| Real Estate | 42 | $58K |
| Airlines & Aviation | 32 | — |
| Food & Beverage Services | 32 | — |

## Top roles hiring in Kent, WA

| Role | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Warehouse Associate | 51 | $45K |
| CDL Driver | 45 | — |

## Top hiring companies in Kent, WA

| Company | Total jobs |
|---|---|
| [Albertsons Companies Jobs & Careers — Grocery Retail](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/albertsons-companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 54 |
| [Aetherflux Jobs & Careers — Space-Based Solar Power](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/aetherflux?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 54 |
| [Domino's Pizza Pakistan Jobs & Careers — QSR](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/domino-s-pizza?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 39 |

**H1B sponsorship (FY2025 Q4 – FY2026 Q3):** 56 employers filed 99 petitions; 2% of the employers hiring here now are among them.

## Top visa sponsors in Kent, WA

| Company | Workers | Median filed wage |
|---|---|---|
| Salesforce | 6 | — |
| Microsoft | 6 | — |
| Amazon | 5 | — |
| Brumley Law Firm- Car Accident Lawyers | 5 | — |
| T-Mobile | 5 | — |

## Nearby cities hiring

| City | Distance | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| [Jobs in Auburn, WA — Salary & Top Employers](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/washington/auburn?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 5.1 mi | 883 | $60K |
| [Jobs in Federal Way, WA — Retail, Healthcare & Local Hiring](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/washington/federal-way?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 5.5 mi | 516 | $53K |
| [Jobs in Renton, WA — Boeing, Healthcare & Local Hiring](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/washington/renton?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 7.1 mi | 1090 | $83K |

## Frequently Asked Questions

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

Manufacturing, logistics, distribution, and aerospace supply chain are the dominant industries in Kent's valley corridor. Healthcare and retail also have steady openings. Browse the top industries section on this page for a current breakdown.
### What is the typical salary for jobs in Kent, WA?

Salaries in Kent vary widely by industry. Aerospace and skilled manufacturing roles tend to pay above county medians, while warehouse and retail positions are closer to state minimum wage levels. The salary benchmarks section shows current figures.
### Who are the top employers in Kent, WA?

Major employers include Boeing supply chain partners, Amazon fulfillment operations, aerospace manufacturers, and large distributors in the Kent Valley. The top employers section on this page lists companies currently hiring.
### Are there remote jobs in Kent, WA?

Remote positions in Kent are mostly in tech support, customer service, and administrative roles. Manufacturing and logistics jobs are primarily on-site. Use the remote filter on the jobs listing to find flexible work options.
### How do I explore jobs in cities near Kent, WA?

Auburn, Renton, and Federal Way are the nearest cities with dedicated job pages. The Washington state jobs page shows all South King County cities ranked by open roles and salary so you can compare the full industrial corridor.
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