Mapped: The Fastest-Growing Job in Every U.S. State Through 2034

Mapped: The Fastest-Growing Job in Every U.S. State Through 2034

Nurse practitioners are projected to be the fastest-growing occupation in 42 states through 2034, based on the latest state projections released in 2026.

Florida has the highest projected growth rate, with solar PV installer employment expected to rise 91% by 2034.

Eight states buck the healthcare trend, with fastest-growing jobs ranging from couriers in Kentucky to marine engineers in Connecticut.

Which job is projected to grow fastest in your state over the next decade?

The answer is remarkably consistent across much of the country, though a handful of states stand out with very different employment trends.

This visualization maps the fastest-growing occupation in every state through 2034, based on the latest state projections compiled by Projections Central .

Which Jobs Are Projected to Grow Fastest?

Nurse practitioners take the top spot in 42 states, but projected growth rates vary considerably. Among these states, growth ranges from 30% in Nebraska to 65% in Utah.