Miami averages 39.8 applicants per job across 15,020 open positions from 2,868 employers.
Software Engineer leads with 74 applicants per job—3× higher than the least competitive roles
Miami's most competitive positions are concentrated in technology roles. Our analysis of 15,020 LinkedIn job postings shows Software Engineer as the hardest role to land, with 74 applicants competing for each of just 90 openings. That's 3× more competitive than Truck Driver roles and 86% above Miami's average of 39.8 applicants per job.
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Healthcare and skilled trades roles dominate Miami's least competitive job categories. Truck Driver positions have just 25 applicants per opening across 51 available jobs—3× easier to land than Software Engineer roles and 37% below Miami's average competition of 39.8 applicants.
Nurse leads with 401 openings at 26 applicants per job | Software Engineer is hardest to land at 74 applicants | Truck Driver easiest at 25
Our analysis of 15,020 LinkedIn job postings reveals significant variation in competition across Miami's 37 major job categories. Nurse offers the most opportunity with 401 open positions, but faces 26 applicants per role. Meanwhile, Software Engineer is the hardest role to land in Miami with 74 applicants competing for just 90 openings.
Of all 37 job titles analyzed, 2 roles are highly competitive (70+ applicants) accounting for 152 jobs, while 25 roles have below-average competition (under 40 applicants) with 3,020 combined openings. The competition gap in Miami is stark: Software Engineer averages 74 applicants while Truck Driver sees just 25—a 3× difference.
Baptist Health leads with 419 jobs (2.8% of market) | Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. hardest at 118 applicants | Advance Auto Parts easiest at 25
Baptist Health dominates Miami's job market with 419 open positions—2.8% of all jobs in the metro area—at 29 applicants per role. University of Miami follows with 362 positions at 36 applicants each. The top 10 employers alone account for 2,381 jobs—16% of Miami's market.
Competition varies dramatically by employer. Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. is the hardest place to get hired in Miami with 118 applicants per job, while Advance Auto Parts offers better odds at just 25 applicants. Of 32 major employers analyzed, 3 have high competition (70+ applicants) and 25 have below-average competition (under 40 applicants).
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Data compiled by ResumeTarget.com from 15,020 LinkedIn job postings in the Miami metro area. Updated Dec 2, 2025.
Baptist Health, Jackson Health System, and 8 other employers with 2,073 open positions
The Healthcare sector in Miami currently has 2,073 open positions across 10 employers in Miami, Miami Beach. With an average of 31 applicants per job, this industry is less competitive compared to Miami's overall market average of 39.8.
Royal Caribbean Group, McDonald's, and 8 other employers with 1,878 open positions
The Hospitality sector in Miami currently has 1,878 open positions across 10 employers in Miami, Miami Beach. With an average of 53 applicants per job, this industry is moderately competitive compared to Miami's overall market average of 39.8.
Jerry, Domino's, and 8 other employers with 1,185 open positions
The Technology sector in Miami currently has 1,185 open positions across 10 employers in Miami. With an average of 48 applicants per job, this industry is moderately competitive compared to Miami's overall market average of 39.8.
Advance Auto Parts, Winn-Dixie, and 8 other employers with 1,179 open positions
The Retail sector in Miami currently has 1,179 open positions across 10 employers in Miami. With an average of 36 applicants per job, this industry is less competitive compared to Miami's overall market average of 39.8.
KPMG US, Affirm, and 8 other employers with 885 open positions
The Banking & Finance sector in Miami currently has 885 open positions across 10 employers in Miami. With an average of 58 applicants per job, this industry is moderately competitive compared to Miami's overall market average of 39.8.
Deloitte, PwC, and 7 other employers with 796 open positions
The Accounting sector in Miami currently has 796 open positions across 9 employers in Miami. With an average of 30 applicants per job, this industry is less competitive compared to Miami's overall market average of 39.8.
EY, Alvarez & Marsal, and 8 other employers with 624 open positions
The Consulting sector in Miami currently has 624 open positions across 10 employers in Miami. With an average of 33 applicants per job, this industry is less competitive compared to Miami's overall market average of 39.8.
University of Miami, Florida International University, and 7 other employers with 616 open positions
The Education sector in Miami currently has 616 open positions across 9 employers in Miami, North Miami, North Miami Beach. With an average of 35 applicants per job, this industry is less competitive compared to Miami's overall market average of 39.8.
Management and Manufacturing leads with 2,180 jobs (15% of market) at 33 applicants | Education and Training easiest to break into at 26 applicants
Management and Manufacturing dominates Miami's job market with 2,180 open positions—15% of all jobs—at 33 applicants per role. Health Care Provider follows with 1,771 positions at 26 applicants each. The top 3 functions account for 5,348 jobs—36% of Miami's entire job market.
Competition varies significantly by function. Marketing and Sales is the most competitive category in Miami with 71 applicants per job, while Education and Training offers the best odds at just 26 applicants—a 46-applicant difference. Of 24 functions analyzed, 1 are highly competitive (70+ applicants) and 11 have below-average competition (under 40 applicants).
How does Miami's job competition compare to Florida rivals?
Head-to-head job market comparison
Miami has 11% less competition overall than Atlanta.
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Miami ranks #4 of 5 for easiest job market in Florida.
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Competition data based on 15,020 active job postings in Miami.
Miami averages 39.8 applicants per job across 15,020 open positions. Software Engineer is hardest at 74 applicants; Truck Driver is easiest at 25.
Software Engineer (74 applicants per job), Executive Assistant (74), and Account Executive (61). These roles see 3× more competition than healthcare positions.
Truck Driver (25 applicants per job, 51 openings), Shift Manager (25), and Physical Therapist (25).
Baptist Health leads with 419 jobs, followed by University of Miami (362) and Deloitte (354). 2,868 companies are actively hiring.
15,020 open positions across 2,868 employers. Data from LinkedIn, updated Dec 2, 2025.
Healthcare (2,073 jobs), Hospitality (1,878), and Technology (1,185).
ResumeTarget.com compiled and analyzed 15,020 full-time job postings from LinkedIn across the Miami-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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