top 10 fastest growing careers

Top 10 Fastest Growing Careers

Looking for a career where you’ll likely be in-demand after being trained? Listed are the 10 fast-growing careers in the United States according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

 CareerGrowth RateSalaryEntry Level EducationLearn More
1Solar Photovoltaic Installers63%$42,680High school diplomaLearn More
2Wind Turbine Technicians57%$54,370Postsecondary nondegree awardLearn More
3Home Health Aides and Personal Care Aids36%$24,060High school diplomaLearn More
4Occupational Therapy Assistants33%$57,620Associates DegreeLearn More
5Information Security Analysts33%$98,350Bachelor’s DegreeLearn More
6Physician Assistants31%$108,610Master’s DegreeLearn More
7Statisticians31%$88,190Master’s DegreeLearn More
8Nurse Practitioners28%$113,930Master’s DegreeLearn More
9Speech-Language Pathologists27%$77,510Master’s DegreeLearn More
10Physical Therapist Assistants27%$48,090Associate’s DegreeLearn More

Careers on the Decline

You’ll notice many careers above are in healthcare, computers, math, and renewable energy fields. These occupations seem to be booming. However, just because a career-field is fast-growing, doesn’t necessarily mean there are many job opportunities. For example, careers in renewable energy may be fast-growing, but the projected number of job opportunities that may open up maybe few when compared to other careers. This is one reason why it’s important to do your research. Along with researching a career’s projected growth rate, also research the projected number of careers that are estimated to be added to the workforce.

You may have noticed other industries that didn’t make the list. Though some industries are expected to grow, advances in technology and buying behavior have placed some careers on the decline. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that from 2018-2028 you can expect retail careers, manufacturing careers, and careers in the federal government to be on the decline. One contributing factor is the growth of online shopping. Another career they project to decline is office and admin support careers due to automation of tasks by using technology.

New technologies and the global marketplace can quickly alter a career’s projected growth rate. Continue to monitor all the careers you are interested in.

Article Resources

Bureau of Labor Statistics. Modified Date: September 4, 2019. Fastest Growing Careers.

Bureau of Labor Statistics. Modified Date: September 4, 2019. Employment Projections 2018-2028.