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Stable

Peru, Illinois, Peru Job Market Score

Driven by
  • Pay is above the national median ($25.85/hr vs $21.08/hr national)
  • Few reposted listings (9% appear duplicated)
  • Slow inflow of new postings (only 22% from the last 14 days)

Peru, Illinois, Peru job market overview (May 2026)

The Peru, Illinois, Peru job market is currently stable, with a mix of fresh hiring and slower-moving roles. Out of 32 active job postings tracked here, 38% 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.

Peru, Illinois, Peru job market

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

Wages by employment type

BucketJobsMedian annualMedian hourly
Part-time6—$25.85/hr n=5
Full-time4——
Temporary2——
Intern1——

Wages by sector

BucketJobsMedian annualMedian hourly
Retail21—$25.85/hr n=6
Food Service / Restaurants12——
Consumer Goods8—$25.85/hr n=6
Healthcare6——
Manufacturing1——

Top categories

  • Store Supervisor / Manager5
  • Retail Associate4
  • Restaurant Manager / GM3
  • Crew / Cashier2
  • Shift Supervisor / Service Lead2
  • Pharmacy2

Top occupations (SOC)

  • First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers1
  • Fast Food and Counter Workers1
  • Dishwashers1
  • Customer Service Representatives1
  • Pharmacy Technicians1

In-demand skills

Top sectors

  • Retail21
  • Food Service / Restaurants12
  • Consumer Goods8
  • Healthcare6
  • Manufacturing1

Employment mix

  • Unspecified19 · 59%
  • Part-time6 · 19%
  • Full-time4 · 13%
  • Temporary2 · 6%
  • Intern1 · 3%

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