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Waukegan, IL Job Market Score

Driven by
  • Few reposted listings (26% appear duplicated)
  • Slow inflow of new postings (only 29% from the last 14 days)
  • Most postings refresh within a month (37% open 30+ days)

Waukegan, IL job market overview (May 2026)

The Waukegan, IL job market is currently cooling, with a mix of fresh hiring and slower-moving roles. Out of 70 active job postings tracked here, 37% have been open for more than 30 days. Hiring is concentrated in store supervisor / manager and retail associate, with retail as the leading sector.

What this means for job seekers

  • Expect a typical mix of fast and slow-moving roles.
  • Best opportunities are in store supervisor / manager and retail associate.
  • Many employers don't list salary — be ready to ask early.

Waukegan, IL job market

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

Top categories

  • Store Supervisor / Manager12
  • Retail Associate10
  • Pharmacy6
  • Crew / Cashier5
  • Shift Supervisor / Service Lead4
  • Truck Driver (CDL)3

Top occupations (SOC)

  • Fast Food and Counter Workers3
  • Pharmacy Technicians3
  • Customer Service Representatives3
  • Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers3
  • Managers, All Other2
  • First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers2

In-demand skills

Top sectors

  • Retail50
  • Healthcare20
  • Food Service / Restaurants14
  • Transportation & Logistics7
  • Technology2
  • Consumer Goods2

Employment mix

  • Unspecified62 · 89%
  • Part-time5 · 7%
  • Full-time3 · 4%

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