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Oswego, Illinois Job Market Score

Driven by
  • Pay matches the national median ($25.85/hr vs $26/hr national)
  • Few reposted listings (4% appear duplicated)
  • Net hiring is positive (+12 this week — 16 added vs 4 removed)

Oswego, Illinois job market overview (May 2026)

The Oswego, Illinois job market is currently stable, with a mix of fresh hiring and slower-moving roles. Out of 69 active job postings tracked here, 38% 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

  • Expect a typical mix of fast and slow-moving roles.
  • 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-time11$25.85/hr n=5
Full-time8

Wages by sector

BucketJobsMedian annualMedian hourly
Food Service / Restaurants38
Retail36$25.85/hr n=7
Consumer Goods12$25.85/hr n=7
Healthcare5
Manufacturing2

Top categories

  • Crew / Cashier11
  • Store Supervisor / Manager7
  • Beauty Advisor / Stylist4
  • Retail Associate4
  • Cook / Kitchen4
  • Delivery Driver4

Top occupations (SOC)

  • First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers2
  • Bartenders2
  • Fast Food and Counter Workers1
  • Retail Salespersons1

In-demand skills

Top sectors

  • Food Service / Restaurants38
  • Retail36
  • Consumer Goods12
  • Healthcare5
  • Manufacturing2
  • Professional Services1

Employment mix

  • Unspecified50 · 72%
  • Part-time11 · 16%
  • Full-time8 · 12%

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