There are lots of jobs in America if you know where to look.
The fastest-growing industries — according to a 2012 Bureau of Labor Statistics report— include ones tied to the aging population, like home health care services and offices of health care practitioners.
High tech industries are also doing well, and there's even a steady comeback happening in construction.
Between 2010 and 2020, the BLS projects an overall gain of 20.5 million jobs in America.
Community and vocational rehabilitation services
557,500 jobs in 2010.
738,400 jobs in 2020.
2.9% annual job growth.
Vocational training will be in high demand in an uncertain and shifting job market. Community services will be needed for an aging population.
2010 data and 2020 projections from Bureau of Labor Statistics (2012).
Facilities support services
134,000 jobs in 2010.
177,600 jobs in 2020.
2.9% annual job growth.
These are the people who take care of buildings, from security guards to receptionists to janitors. They will be in growing demand as the rest of the economy grows.
2010 data and 2020 projections from Bureau of Labor Statistics (2012).
Other professional, scientific, and technical services
573,100 jobs in 2010.
760,200 jobs in 2020.
2.9% annual job growth.
This industry provides support for other white collar workers. It includes office clerks, health technicians, and more. They will be in demand as the rest of the economies grow and gets more complex.
2010 data and 2020 projections from Bureau of Labor Statistics (2012).
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