Phoenix averages 33.6 applicants per job across 17,975 open positions from 3,241 employers.
Software Engineer leads with 61 applicants per job—2.4× higher than the least competitive roles
Phoenix's most competitive positions are concentrated in technology roles. Our analysis of 17,975 LinkedIn job postings shows Software Engineer as the hardest role to land, with 61 applicants competing for each of just 151 openings. That's 2.4× more competitive than Pharmacist roles and 82% above Phoenix's average of 33.6 applicants per job.
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Essential services roles dominate Phoenix's least competitive job categories. Pharmacist positions have just 25 applicants per opening across 55 available jobs—2.4× easier to land than Software Engineer roles and 26% below Phoenix's average competition of 33.6 applicants.
Nurse leads with 692 openings at 26 applicants per job | Software Engineer is hardest to land at 61 applicants | Pharmacist easiest at 25
Our analysis of 17,975 LinkedIn job postings reveals significant variation in competition across Phoenix's 37 major job categories. Nurse offers the most opportunity with 692 open positions, but faces 26 applicants per role. Meanwhile, Software Engineer is the hardest role to land in Phoenix with 61 applicants competing for just 151 openings.
Of all 37 job titles analyzed, 0 roles are highly competitive (70+ applicants) accounting for 0 jobs, while 28 roles have below-average competition (under 40 applicants) with 4,103 combined openings. The competition gap in Phoenix is stark: Software Engineer averages 61 applicants while Pharmacist sees just 25—a 2.4× difference.
Banner Health leads with 212 jobs (1.2% of market) | TriWest Healthcare Alliance hardest at 109 applicants | Panda Restaurant Group easiest at 25
Banner Health dominates Phoenix's job market with 212 open positions—1.2% of all jobs in the metro area—at 25 applicants per role. Dignity Health follows with 210 positions at 26 applicants each. The top 10 employers alone account for 1,579 jobs—9% of Phoenix's market.
Competition varies dramatically by employer. TriWest Healthcare Alliance is the hardest place to get hired in Phoenix with 109 applicants per job, while Panda Restaurant Group offers better odds at just 25 applicants. Of 38 major employers analyzed, 1 have high competition (70+ applicants) and 30 have below-average competition (under 40 applicants).
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Data compiled by ResumeTarget.com from 17,975 LinkedIn job postings in the Phoenix metro area. Updated Dec 2, 2025.
Banner Health, Dignity Health, and 8 other employers with 2,851 open positions
The Healthcare sector in Phoenix currently has 2,851 open positions across 10 employers in Phoenix. With an average of 30 applicants per job, this industry is less competitive compared to Phoenix's overall market average of 33.6.
Jerry, TSMC, and 8 other employers with 1,482 open positions
The Technology sector in Phoenix currently has 1,482 open positions across 10 employers in Phoenix. With an average of 45 applicants per job, this industry is moderately competitive compared to Phoenix's overall market average of 33.6.
HDR, Sundt Construction, and 8 other employers with 1,296 open positions
The Construction sector in Phoenix currently has 1,296 open positions across 10 employers in Phoenix. With an average of 39 applicants per job, this industry is less competitive compared to Phoenix's overall market average of 33.6.
Western Alliance Bank, American Express, and 8 other employers with 1,079 open positions
The Banking & Finance sector in Phoenix currently has 1,079 open positions across 10 employers in Phoenix. With an average of 44 applicants per job, this industry is moderately competitive compared to Phoenix's overall market average of 33.6.
O'Reilly Auto Parts, Ross Stores, Inc., and 8 other employers with 1,028 open positions
The Retail sector in Phoenix currently has 1,028 open positions across 10 employers in Phoenix. With an average of 31 applicants per job, this industry is less competitive compared to Phoenix's overall market average of 33.6.
Honeywell, HDR, and 8 other employers with 1,025 open positions
The Manufacturing sector in Phoenix currently has 1,025 open positions across 10 employers in Phoenix. With an average of 40 applicants per job, this industry is moderately competitive compared to Phoenix's overall market average of 33.6.
Panda Restaurant Group, McDonald's, and 8 other employers with 884 open positions
The Hospitality sector in Phoenix currently has 884 open positions across 10 employers in Phoenix. With an average of 29 applicants per job, this industry is less competitive compared to Phoenix's overall market average of 33.6.
EY, Sargent & Lundy, and 8 other employers with 594 open positions
The Consulting sector in Phoenix currently has 594 open positions across 10 employers in Phoenix. With an average of 33 applicants per job, this industry is less competitive compared to Phoenix's overall market average of 33.6.
Management and Manufacturing leads with 2,864 jobs (16% of market) at 30 applicants | Education and Training easiest to break into at 26 applicants
Management and Manufacturing dominates Phoenix's job market with 2,864 open positions—16% of all jobs—at 30 applicants per role. Health Care Provider follows with 2,409 positions at 26 applicants each. The top 3 functions account for 6,998 jobs—39% of Phoenix's entire job market.
Competition varies significantly by function. Human Resources is the most competitive category in Phoenix with 48 applicants per job, while Education and Training offers the best odds at just 26 applicants—a 22-applicant difference. Of 23 functions analyzed, 0 are highly competitive (70+ applicants) and 18 have below-average competition (under 40 applicants).
How does Phoenix's job competition compare to Southwest rivals?
Head-to-head job market comparison
Phoenix has 14% less competition overall than Denver. Phoenix wins on most role comparisons.
See full Denver job market data →Ranked by competition level (lower = easier)
Phoenix ranks #2 of 5 for easiest job market in Southwest.
Competition changes from other cities
Competition data based on 17,975 active job postings in Phoenix.
Phoenix averages 33.6 applicants per job across 17,975 open positions. Software Engineer is hardest at 61 applicants; Pharmacist is easiest at 25.
Software Engineer (61 applicants per job). These roles see 2.4× more competition than healthcare positions.
Pharmacist (25 applicants per job, 55 openings), Assistant Manager (26), and Shift Manager (25).
Banner Health leads with 212 jobs, followed by Dignity Health (210) and EY (186). 3,241 companies are actively hiring.
17,975 open positions across 3,241 employers. Data from LinkedIn, updated Dec 2, 2025.
Healthcare (2,851 jobs), Technology (1,482), and Construction (1,296).
ResumeTarget.com compiled and analyzed 17,975 full-time job postings from LinkedIn across the Phoenix-metro area to calculate competition levels by job title, industry, employer, and job function.
Competition is measured by the average number of applicants per job posting. Roles with 70+ applicants are classified as highly competitive, 40-69 as moderately competitive, and under 40 as less competitive.
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