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The job prospects in Alabama State are looking positive with a projected job growth of 17.24%, which is higher than the US average of 30.54%. The unemployment rate in the state stands at 5.4%, which is slightly higher than the national average of 4.1%. With this growth and low unemployment rate, Alabama offers promising career opportunities for its citizens and is an attractive destination for those looking to pursue employment.

The unemployment rate in Alabama is 3.4% (U.S. avg. is 6.0%)

You Should Know

- That Job Growth in Alabama has been Negative.
- Jobs have Decreased by 3.2% over the past year.
- The average salary in Alabama is $54,943.
- The median home cost in Alabama is $214,000

Job Helpful Resources

- Best paying jobs in Alabama? Architecture, Engineering ($83,989)
- Worst paying jobs? Personal Care ($13,537)
- Highest paying industry jobs? Utilities ($72,202)
- Lowest paying industry jobs? Accommodation and Food Services ($14,879)
- Average Income of Residents in Alabama ($30,458) compared to USA ($37,638)
- The Unemployment Rate in Alabama (3.4) is lower than USA (6)

Process of Job Search

View jobs in occupation categories below. It is important to join a job site search that offers legally protected status, inclusive workplace, and diverse and inclusive workplace if you're looking for work in Alabama. A team that respects gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, and other legally protected status are important to look for.

Diverse and inclusive employers are looking for job seekers with a wide range of skills and experience. You can find jobs in Alabama, Alabama that match your qualifications.

     JobsAlabama, AlabamaUnited States
  $30,458$37,638
  $54,943$69,021
  3.46
  -3.2%-6.2%
  32.4%33.5%
  Average Salary by OccupationAlabama, AlabamaUnited States
  Management$66,491$77,236
  Business, Financial$59,181$68,299
  Computer, Math$76,599$87,306
  Architecture, Engineering$83,989$86,023
  Sciences$56,164$66,034
  Social Service$41,869$44,925
  Legal$72,642$88,013
  Education$44,323$44,678
  Arts, Entertainment$33,857$43,591
  Health Practitioners$63,315$75,327
  Health Technicians$35,888$41,524
  Healthcare Support$23,141$25,441
  Fire Fighters$35,713$35,516
  Law Enforcement$48,329$64,941
  Food Prep, Serving$14,331$16,379
  Cleaning, Maintenance$21,252$23,378
  Personal Care$13,537$15,351
  Sales, Related$27,276$33,178
  Office Admin, Support$31,363$35,058
  Farming, Fishing, Forestry$29,925$25,716
  Construction, Extraction$35,508$41,315
  Maintence, Repair$49,402$48,436
  Production$35,476$38,103
  Transportation$39,507$39,572
  Material Moving$24,158$25,906
  Average Salary by IndustryAlabama, AlabamaUnited States
  Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting$35,421$31,273
  Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction$65,944$74,432
  Construction$38,952$44,287
  Manufacturing$43,404$51,585
  Wholesale Trade$47,763$51,301
  Retail Trade$23,713$26,757
  Transportation and Warehousing$45,878$43,256
  Utilities$72,202$77,546
  Information$47,090$61,268
  Finance and Insurance$49,916$65,016
  Real Estate and Rental and Leasing$39,622$46,406
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services$64,540$73,907
  Management of Companies and Enterprises$71,744$75,118
  Administrative and Support and Waste Services$26,493$30,687
  Educational Services$42,542$44,708
  Health Care and Social Assistance$36,056$40,852
  Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation$17,490$25,861
  Accommodation and Food Services$14,879$18,154
  Other Services$27,057$29,481
  Public Administration$53,925$61,644
Unemployment by Year (Years 1990 to 2021)
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As someone who has lived in Alabama for 19 years, the best thing i can say about the state is that it could be worse. First of all, if you're not a straight white  More

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Over 8 years ago

My husband and I have lived in Memphis for the last 14 years. Believe me, anyplace is better to live than Memphis. These poor folks are stuck in a Civil Rights bubble  More

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Can anyone tell me about the services available to senior citizens in Foley. example: if I move there now, I am 67. If I stay and eventually stop driving are there  More

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