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DeKalb, Illinois Job Market Score

Driven by
  • Slow inflow of new postings (only 0% from the last 14 days)
  • High share of long-open postings (100% open 30+ days)
  • Pay matches the national median ($25.85/hr vs $26/hr national)

DeKalb, Illinois job market overview (July 2026)

The DeKalb, Illinois job market is currently weak, with a sluggish hiring environment with many long-open roles. Out of 114 active job postings tracked here, 100% have been open for more than 30 days. Hiring is concentrated in registered nurse and store supervisor / manager, with healthcare as the leading sector.

What this means for job seekers

  • Hiring is moving slowly here — be prepared for delayed responses and reposted listings.
  • Best opportunities are in registered nurse and store supervisor / manager.
  • Many employers don't list salary — be ready to ask early.

DeKalb, Illinois job market

Aggregated from currently-active postings tracked in DeKalb, Illinois.

Wages by employment type

BucketJobsMedian annualMedian hourly
Full-time29——
Part-time22—$25.85/hr n=5
Contract3——
Intern1——

Wages by sector

BucketJobsMedian annualMedian hourly
Healthcare55——
Retail32—$25.85/hr n=6
Food Service / Restaurants23——
Consumer Goods12—$25.85/hr n=6
Manufacturing2——

Top categories

  • Registered Nurse15
  • Store Supervisor / Manager11
  • Retail Associate8
  • Physician / Doctor7
  • Crew / Cashier6
  • Beauty Advisor / Stylist5

Top occupations (SOC)

  • Fast Food and Counter Workers3
  • First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers2
  • Retail Salespersons2
  • Stockers and Order Fillers1

In-demand skills

Top sectors

  • Healthcare55
  • Retail32
  • Food Service / Restaurants23
  • Consumer Goods12
  • Manufacturing2
  • Telecommunications2

Employment mix

  • Unspecified59 · 52%
  • Full-time29 · 25%
  • Part-time22 · 19%
  • Contract3 · 3%
  • Intern1 · 1%

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