Missouri Year-to-Year Job Postings - April 2026
Job postings in Missouri increased 8.7 percent from April 2025 to April 2026. In April 2026, there were 70,760 online postings compared to 65,120 in April 2025. Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers had the largest increase in job postings over the year (37%), while Retail Salespersons had the largest decrease (-13%). By industry, Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services had the largest increase (23%) over the year, while Retail Trade had the largest decrease (-6%).
Southeast Region Profile
The Southeast Region includes 13 counties, with Cape Girardeau as the region’s largest city. The region has an estimated 356,455 residents with per capita personal income totaling $50,926. The Southeast Region has above average employment concentrations in Mining (except Oil and Gas); Gasoline Stations and Fuel Dealers; Crop Production; Social Assistance; Wood Product Manufacturing; Nursing and Residential Care Facilities; and Truck Transportation.
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