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Lincoln, IL Job Market Score

Driven by
  • Few reposted listings (11% appear duplicated)
  • Slow inflow of new postings (only 26% from the last 14 days)
  • Net hiring is positive (+3 this week — 3 added vs 0 removed)

Lincoln, IL job market overview (May 2026)

The Lincoln, IL job market is currently cooling, with signs of slowing hiring activity. Out of 27 active job postings tracked here, 41% have been open for more than 30 days. Hiring is concentrated in food service and store supervisor / manager, with food service / restaurants as the leading sector.

What this means for job seekers

  • Expect longer response times from employers — many roles sit open for over a month.
  • Best opportunities are in food service and store supervisor / manager.
  • Many employers don't list salary — be ready to ask early.

Lincoln, IL job market

Aggregated from currently-active postings tracked in Lincoln, IL.

Top categories

  • Food Service6
  • Store Supervisor / Manager6
  • Retail Associate3
  • Server / Host3
  • Customer Success1
  • Crew / Cashier1

Top occupations (SOC)

  • First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers3
  • Fast Food and Counter Workers3
  • Retail Salespersons2
  • Cooks, Restaurant1
  • Waiters and Waitresses1
  • Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers1

In-demand skills

Top sectors

  • Food Service / Restaurants17
  • Retail9
  • Healthcare1
  • Telecommunications1

Employment mix

  • Unspecified19 · 70%
  • Part-time8 · 30%

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