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# Jobs in Urbana, IL — University, Research & Healthcare

**State:** [Illinois Jobs Hiring Now | Salary, Industries, Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/illinois?utm_source=ai_markdown)
**Country:** [Top Job Trends By Locations](https://www.foundrole.com/locations?utm_source=ai_markdown)
**Open jobs:** 466
## Summary

- Postings on employer career sites published Jun 1 – Sep 28, 2026: 512
- Median salary: $70K
- Salary range (P25–P75): $48K – $106K
- Remote share: 2.3%

## Top industries in Urbana, IL

| Industry | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Hospitals & Health Care | 361 | $90K |
| Retail | 42 | — |

## Top roles hiring in Urbana, IL

| Role | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 59 | $106K |

## Top hiring companies in Urbana, IL

| Company | Total jobs |
|---|---|
| [Carle Health Jobs & Careers — Illinois Hospital System](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/carle-health?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 39 |

**H1B sponsorship (FY2025 Q4 – FY2026 Q3):** 23 employers filed 161 petitions; 2% of the employers hiring here now are among them.

## Top visa sponsors in Urbana, IL

| Company | Workers | Median filed wage |
|---|---|---|
| University of Illinois | 117 | $83K |
| OSF Healthcare System | 11 | — |
| Carle Health | 8 | — |
| Carle Health Medical | 4 | — |
| Sound Physicians | 3 | — |

## Nearby cities hiring

| City | Distance | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| [Jobs in Champaign, IL — Tech, Healthcare & University](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/illinois/champaign?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 2.0 mi | 948 | $48K |

## Frequently Asked Questions

### What industries are hiring in Urbana, IL?

Education, research, technology, healthcare, and government are the primary hiring sectors in Urbana. The University of Illinois is the dominant employer, and its tech transfer and startup ecosystem supports a growing number of private sector roles.
### What do jobs in Urbana, IL typically pay?

Academic and research roles at UIUC have structured pay scales, while tech startup jobs vary widely. Healthcare positions span entry-level to well-compensated clinical roles. See the salary benchmarks section on this page for current figures.
### Who are the top employers in Urbana, IL?

The University of Illinois, Carle Foundation Hospital, and UIUC-affiliated research institutes are the largest employers. The top employers section on this page lists companies currently posting jobs in Urbana.
### Are remote jobs available in Urbana?

Yes, remote and hybrid roles — particularly from tech companies connected to the UIUC research community — appear in Urbana's listings. Academic and research positions may also offer flexible arrangements. Filter by work type to see remote options.
### How does Urbana's job market relate to Champaign?

Urbana and Champaign share a unified labor market as the Champaign-Urbana metro. Most major employers serve both cities, and job seekers typically search both simultaneously. Browse the <a href="/locations/illinois/champaign">Champaign jobs page</a> for the complementary listings.
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