Labor Market, Salaries and Majors Report in Jordan 2026
A strategic analysis based on data from the Department of Statistics, the Ministry of Labor, and international organizations
Analysis of Jordanian Labor Market Trends (2026 - 2030)
The latest analytical readings issued by the **Department of Statistics (DOS)**, in cooperation with **Jordanian Ministry of Labor bulletins** and **World Bank** reports, point to a clear structural transformation in employment sectors across the Kingdom. The **digital and technology sector** leads the employment landscape thanks to government initiatives in service automation and the expansion of software exports to the Gulf states and countries around the world.
According to the targets of the **Economic Modernization Vision 2030**, the Jordanian labor market focuses on stimulating growth in four main sectors: **information and communications technology, pharmaceutical and food industries, health and nursing services, and advanced financial services**. This transformation has created a noticeable skill gap (Skill Gap) between saturated traditional academic majors and applied majors requiring international professional certifications.
Unified Table: Majors, Sectors, Demand Levels and Salaries
* The salaries shown represent the average wage subject to social security deductions after 3 to 5 years of experience (in Jordanian dinars, JOD).
| Academic Major | Target Sector | Demand Level | Average Monthly Salary | Official Data Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cybersecurity and Networks | Telecommunications, banks, defense services | Very high | 950 - 1,200 JOD | Ministry of Labor / Social Security |
| Software Engineering and Data Science | Information technology, startups | Very high | 850 - 1,100 JOD | Department of Statistics / MOL |
| General and Specialized Nursing | Hospitals, public and private health sectors | High | 650 - 850 JOD | Ministry of Health bulletin / DOS |
| Accounting and Finance (ACCA / CMA) | Financial firms, auditing, energy | Medium to high | 750 - 950 JOD | Social Security Corporation |
| Industrial Engineering and Production Management | Pharmaceutical plants, food, mining | Medium to high | 700 - 900 JOD | Jordan Chamber of Industry / DOS |
| Digital Marketing and E-Commerce | Digital companies, tourism, services | Medium | 600 - 800 JOD | Labor Force Survey 2026 |
The most in-demand majors and the Jordanian universities offering them
Cybersecurity and Software Engineering
Among the fastest-growing majors providing local employment and distance-learning opportunities.
Nursing and Allied Medical Sciences
Steady demand in both public and private sectors, with broad opportunities for work abroad.
- The University of Jordan (Faculty of Nursing)
- Jordan University of Science and Technology (JUST)
- Mutah University (medical sector)
- Irbid National University / Al-Isra University
Smart Accounting and Financial Analysis
In demand at banks, investment firms, and multinational companies.
- Yarmouk University (Faculty of Business)
- The University of Jordan (Faculty of Business)
- Petra University private
- Al-Zaytoonah University Jordanian
Frequently Asked Questions About Studying and the Labor Market in Jordan
Recommendation from Elite Universities advisors:
An academic degree is your first step, but the true cornerstone for reaching the top salary tiers in Jordan lies in **applied professional certifications (such as CISSP, ACCA, PMP)** and mastering English for specialized communication. We advise our students to follow curriculum updates and focus on practical skills during their university years.