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Chicago Job Market Report

Welcome to the "Chicago Job Market Report," your premier source for the latest insights and trends in the Chicago employment landscape. Each episode, we dive deep into local job market analysis, uncovering key hiring trends, industry shifts, and career opportunities in the Windy City. Whether you're a job seeker looking to land your dream position, an employer scouting for top talent, or simply interested in understanding Chicago's economic pulse, our expert interviews and data-driven discussions provide valuable information you can't afford to miss. Stay informed, stay ahead, and boost your career with the "Chicago Job Market Report."

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12 September 2025

Chicago's Uneven Job Recovery: Resilience and Challenges in the 2025 Market

Chicago’s job market in September 2025 displays both resilience and notable challenges, shaped by shifting sector demand, sluggish overall growth, and significant disparities between demographic groups and neighborhoods. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Illinois’ unemployment rate continues to run above the national average, with over 300,000 state residents seeking work. In July...

08 September 2025

Chicago's Job Market Cools Amidst National Trends - Resilience and Caution in Key Sectors

Chicago’s job market in late 2025 reflects both resilience and new signs of weakness after several years of post-pandemic gains. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago show the regional labor market has slowed sharply in recent months, tracking national trends. In August, the unemployment rate in Chicago matched the national uptick, rising to 4.3 percent, the...

05 September 2025

Chicago's Job Market Under Pressure: Navigating Macroeconomic Uncertainty and Industry Shifts

The job market in Chicago, as of September 2025, reflects broader national trends of decelerating employment growth and persistent uncertainty. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics and recent reports from CBS News and NPR Illinois, U.S. employers added only 22,000 jobs in August, with the unemployment rate ticking up to 4.3 percent, the highest since 2021. Illinois, along with other...

01 September 2025

Chicago's Evolving Job Market: Tech Boom, Trade Shortages, and Shifting Landscapes

Chicago’s job market in September 2025 faces significant transformation spurred largely by technology and evolving industry demands. According to the World Economic Forum and U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the region’s unemployment rate reflects broader national patterns, remaining somewhat steady around 4.2 percent as of July 2025, but young professionals in tech-exposed roles have seen...

29 August 2025

Chicago's Job Market Rebound Stalls Amid Economic Uncertainty

Chicago's job market in August 2025 is showing mixed signals of resilience and ongoing softness, shaped by national and local trends. According to recent Chicago PMI data, business activity rebounded in July but fell again in August, remaining well below the crucial 50 threshold for the twentieth straight month, signaling prolonged contraction in key regional sectors. The Chicago Fed National...

25 August 2025

"Chicago's Job Market Navigates Modest Growth and Persistent Uncertainty in 2025"

The Chicago job market in late August 2025 is showing signs of modest growth alongside persistent uncertainty according to recent trends and data from the Illinois Department of Employment Security and the Chicago Fed. The regional unemployment rate for the Chicago Metropolitan Division stands at 5.1 percent, down nearly a full percentage point compared to last year, which reflects some...

22 August 2025

Chicago's Job Market Rebounds: Tech, Trades, and Healthcare Thrive in 2025

Chicago’s job market in 2025 is marked by continued resilience and steady gains following a period of economic uncertainty. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and Illinois Department of Employment Security, unemployment in the Chicago metro area has declined for two consecutive months, reflecting a broader state trend. Illinois as a whole saw its unemployment rate fall to 4.8% in...

15 August 2025

Chicago's Resilient Job Market: Tech, Healthcare, and Small Biz Shine Amid Hiring Slowdown

Chicago’s job market in mid-2025 reflects both growth and competitive pressures. Chicagoland’s economy, which Forbes highlights as an $886 billion engine, showed modest yet positive movement in July 2025, with economic output up 0.3 percent and employment rising 1.2 percent. Despite these gains, there was a slight uptick in unemployment. The overall unemployment rate for the Chicago area is 4.2...

08 August 2025

Chicago's Job Market in 2025: Resilient Growth, Evolving Trends, and Watchful Macroeconomics

Chicago’s job market in August 2025 reflects steady growth, evolving industry dynamics, and historic low unemployment rates, though some national economic pressures are starting to appear. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and the Illinois Department of Employment Security, Chicago has experienced twelve consecutive months of nonfarm job growth, with the metro division adding...

04 August 2025

Chicago's Evolving Job Market: Navigating Challenges and Opportunities

Chicago’s job market in August 2025 is challenging but dynamic, shaped by both broader national slowdowns and emerging local innovation. The city’s workforce encompasses about 4.8 million people, but recent months have seen a downturn in job creation. According to The Street, July 2025 recorded a net loss of 185,000 jobs nationwide, with a local unemployment rate rising to 4.2 percent. This...