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Oswego, 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)

Oswego, Illinois job market overview (July 2026)

The Oswego, Illinois job market is currently weak, with a sluggish hiring environment with many long-open roles. Out of 70 active job postings tracked here, 100% have been open for more than 30 days. Hiring is concentrated in crew / cashier and store supervisor / manager, with food service / restaurants 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 crew / cashier and store supervisor / manager.
  • Many employers don't list salary — be ready to ask early.

Oswego, Illinois job market

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

Wages by employment type

BucketJobsMedian annualMedian hourly
Part-time12$25.85/hr n=6
Full-time6

Wages by sector

BucketJobsMedian annualMedian hourly
Food Service / Restaurants37
Retail31$25.85/hr n=6
Consumer Goods11$25.85/hr n=6
Healthcare6
Manufacturing2

Top categories

  • Crew / Cashier9
  • Store Supervisor / Manager7
  • Cook / Kitchen5
  • Retail Associate4
  • Beauty Advisor / Stylist4
  • Delivery Driver4

Top occupations (SOC)

  • First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers2
  • Bartenders1
  • Fast Food and Counter Workers1
  • Retail Salespersons1

In-demand skills

Top sectors

  • Food Service / Restaurants37
  • Retail31
  • Consumer Goods11
  • Healthcare6
  • Manufacturing2
  • Professional Services1

Employment mix

  • Unspecified52 · 74%
  • Part-time12 · 17%
  • Full-time6 · 9%

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