These Whatcom County jobs pay up to $40 per hour and are hiring now with few requirements
Are you on a job hunt, looking for a position that pays enough for rent, groceries and other basic living costs?
The local costs of groceries, housing and other necessities can quickly add up for Whatcom County residents.
Last month, the average rent in Bellingham increased as house prices also jumped across Whatcom County.
The Bellingham Herald evaluated local costs of food, housing, utilities, transportation, healthcare and student loans to determine a “living wage” for Bellingham residents.
According to our basic analysis, residents who are renting in Bellingham need to make at least $27.59 per hour gross pay, working full time. For homeowners, an individual needs to make at least $44.37 per hour gross pay.
The Bellingham Herald searched Indeed, a job listing website, and local Craigslist listings to find positions advertising around $27.59 per hour with minimal requirements that are available as of Monday, April 15.
Bookkeeper/accounting assistant at DariTech, Inc.
▪ $25 - $35 per hour.
▪ Lynden.
▪ Full-time.
▪ Requirements: Bookkeeping experience and high school diploma or equivalent.
Dental assistant at Swanson Pediatric Dental Center
▪ $25 - $30 per hour.
▪ Bellingham.
▪ Full-time.
▪ Requirements: Experience is preferred, but the right candidate can be trained for the position.
Server at Bry’s Filipino Cuisine
▪ $20 - $40 an hour plus tips and free meals each shift.
▪ Bellingham.
▪ Part-time with extra hours available.
▪ Requirements: Experience is preferred.
▪ $28-$35 per hour with tips.
▪ Bellingham.
▪ Starting at part-time. After six months pay and hours may increase.
▪ Requirements: No requirements listed.
This story was originally published April 16, 2024 at 11:16 AM.
