Tourism & Hospitality Information

Suburban Cook County
Industry Snapshot

Each year, visitors come to suburban Cook County for its beautiful outdoor spaces, wide range of dining and attractions, great shopping experiences and stellar options for meetings and events. This steady stream of visitors drives one of Illinois’ largest sectors: the hospitality and tourism industry. From hotels and restaurants to entertainment venues and cultural institutions, businesses in this field create thousands of job opportunities and generate significant economic impact.

For job seekers, this means diverse career opportunities in customer service, management, culinary arts and event planning. For employers, it highlights the ongoing demand for skilled professionals who can enhance visitor experiences. This industry snapshot breaks down key data on employment, wages and position trends across major tourism sectors in Cook County.