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Waukegan, IL 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)
  • Few reposted listings (13% appear duplicated)

Waukegan, IL job market overview (June 2026)

The Waukegan, IL job market is currently weak, with a sluggish hiring environment with many long-open roles. Out of 92 active job postings tracked here, 100% 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

  • Hiring is moving slowly here — be prepared for delayed responses and reposted listings.
  • 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.

Wages by sector

BucketJobsMedian annualMedian hourly
Retail52$61k n=3—
Food Service / Restaurants25——
Technology13——
Manufacturing10——
Healthcare7——

Top categories

  • Store Supervisor / Manager17
  • Retail Associate10
  • Crew / Cashier6
  • Delivery Driver3
  • Server / Host3
  • Cook / Kitchen2

Top occupations (SOC)

  • Fast Food and Counter Workers2
  • Retail Salespersons1

In-demand skills

Top sectors

  • Retail52
  • Food Service / Restaurants25
  • Technology13
  • Manufacturing10
  • Healthcare7
  • Transportation & Logistics7

Employment mix

  • Unspecified80 · 87%
  • Full-time4 · 4%
  • Intern4 · 4%
  • Part-time3 · 3%
  • Contract1 · 1%

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