How to Search Jobs on LinkedIn by Location in 2026?

[StellaMarie]

I’ll give you a straightforward answer: Go to LinkedIn’s job search bar, type your desired role, then click the “Location” filter below the search field and enter a city, state, or zip code. You can also use the “Remote” toggle to filter by on-site, hybrid, or fully remote positions. For a more precise search, combine location with keywords like “near me” or “within 10 miles” using the “Distance” dropdown.

Here’s what I’ve learned after testing this for hundreds of job searches: the default location filter uses LinkedIn’s own algorithm, which sometimes prioritizes jobs in your current city even if you search for another. To avoid that, clear your location in your profile settings first, then use the search bar. I also recommend setting up Saved Searches for specific locations—you’ll get email alerts when new roles matching your criteria appear.

If you’re looking for jobs in a metro area with multiple suburbs (like the San Francisco Bay Area), use the broader city name first (e.g., “San Francisco”), then refine by “Within 25 miles.” LinkedIn’s location search is case-insensitive, but misspellings like “San Fransisco” won’t work.

One trick I’ve found handy: Use the “All Filters” option to combine location with industry, company size, or date posted. For example, you can filter to “Marketing Manager” in “Chicago, IL” posted in the last week. This reduces noise from outdated listings.

Below is a quick comparison of how different location filters affect your results:

Filter Type	Example Input	Typical Result Range
City only	“New York, NY”	Within 10 miles default
City + distance	“New York, NY” + 25 miles	Includes parts of NJ, CT
State	“California”	Entire state, may include remote
Zip code	“90210”	Very local, 5–10 miles
Country	“United States”	National, not recommended

Always double-check the job location on the company’s career page—some postings use a generic headquarters location even when the role is elsewhere. And don’t forget to toggle “Remote” if you’re open to working from anywhere. That’s the real sweet spot for 2026.

[LaEverly]

I’m not a power user, but I’ve been searching for jobs on LinkedIn by location for a few months now. Just type the job title, hit enter, then click “Location” and type the city name. That’s it. What I didn’t realize at first is that you can click “Show more” under the location box to add a distance—like 50 miles. I live in a smaller town, so I set it to 50 miles and actually found roles in nearby cities I never thought of. Also, saving a search with that location sends me alerts daily, which is super helpful. No need to be fancy.

[EllaLynn]

After years of using LinkedIn, I’ve noticed that the location filter is a bit of a blunt instrument. I always use the “All Filters” option and set the distance to “Remote” or “Within 10 miles” to avoid seeing jobs that are just vaguely in the same state. One thing that works well: type the location as a specific ZIP code if you’re targeting a neighborhood or a tight commute radius. LinkedIn’s city-based search sometimes includes huge metro areas, which isn’t useful if you only want downtown. Also, turn off “Open to” in your profile if you’re actively searching—it interferes with filter results.

[McNicole]

I’m relocating from the UK to Canada, so location filtering is critical for me. I use LinkedIn’s “Location” field with the country name first, then the city. For example, “Toronto, Canada” works better than just “Toronto” because it avoids results from other countries. I also set the “Remote” filter to “On-site” because I want a physical office to help with the visa process. Another tip: use the “Posted Date” filter to only see jobs from the last 3 days, since relocation listings disappear fast. LinkedIn’s location search isn’t perfect for international moves, but combining it with the “Company” filter helps me target firms known for sponsoring visas.

[VonJameson]

From my side of the hiring desk, I see candidates who use location filters poorly all the time. If you’re searching for a job in a specific city, don’t just type the city name—also check the “Remote” toggle. Many companies list a hybrid role with a location but then filter it as “Remote” by mistake. I always recommend using the “Distance” dropdown to narrow to 10 miles if you’re serious about a local commute. Also, don’t rely solely on LinkedIn’s location data—some recruiters (like me) tag the primary office even if the role is flexible. Cross-reference with the job description. And if you’re open to multiple locations, use the “All Filters” option to add multiple cities—it’s underrated.