What occupations will have the most job openings?
Job openings occur when jobs are added to the economy and when current workers leave an occupation permanently.
Top 5 occupations with the most projected job openings that typically require a Master's, Doctoral or Professional Degree, projected 2016-2026
Occupation | Projected Job Openings | Median Annual Wages* |
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Lawyers | 40,700 | $118,160 |
Educational, Guidance, School & Vocational Counselors | 35,300 | $54,560 |
Healthcare Social Workers | 22,900 | $53,760 |
Mental Health Counselors | 21,600 | $42,840 |
Health specialties teachers, postsecondary | 25,800 | $99,360 |
Top 5 occupations with the most projected job openings that typically require a Bachelor's degree, projected 2016-2026
Occupation | Projected Job Openings | Median Annual Wages |
---|---|---|
General and operations managers | 210,700 | $99,310 |
Accountants and auditors | 141,800 | $68,150 |
Elementary school teachers, except special education | 112,800 | $55,800 |
Teachers & Instructors, all others | 122,200 | $30,110 |
Registered Nurses | 203,700 | $68,450 |
Top 5 occupations with the most projected job openings that typically require an Associate's degree or non-degree ward, projected 2016- 2026
Occupation | Projected Job Openings | Median Annual Wages |
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Hairdressers, Hairstylists & Cosmetologists | 84,700 | $24,260 |
Nursing Assistants | 195,100 | $26,590 |
Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers | 213,500 | $41,340 |
Automotive, Service Technicians & Mechanics | 75,600 | $38,470 |
Medical Assistants | 94,900 | $31,540 |
* Median Annual Wages, May 2016
United States Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics