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Most In-Demand Careers (2024–2034)
Top 25 fast-growing careers with strong salaries — the best combination of growth potential and earning power.
25
Careers
$108,650
Avg Salary
+23.9%
Avg Growth
Bachelor's Degree
Most Common Ed.
1
$62,580+49.9%
2
$129,210+40.1%
3
$51,860+42.1%
4
$112,590+33.5%
5
$112,590+33.5%
6
$112,590+33.5%
7
$124,910+28.5%
8
$117,960+23.2%
9
$140,910+19.7%
10
$133,260+20.4%
11
$133,260+20.4%
12
$125,770+21.8%
13
$91,290+21.5%
14
$65,510+22%
15
$105,620+17.3%
16
$90,400+18.5%
17
Occupational Therapy Assistants
Associate's DegreeFastest Growing Careers (2024–2034)
$68,340+19.2%
18
Hearing Aid Specialists
Related Work ExperienceFastest Growing Careers (2024–2034)
$61,560+18.4%
19
Ophthalmic Medical Technicians
High School DiplomaFastest Growing Careers (2024–2034)
$44,080+19.8%
20
Psychiatric Technicians
Postsecondary Nondegree AwardFastest Growing Careers (2024–2034)
$42,590+20%
21
$171,200+15.2%
22
$161,700+14.8%
23
$161,700+14.8%
24
$161,700+14.8%
Education Requirements
Bachelor's Degree12 of 25
Master's Degree6 of 25
Some College2 of 25
Associate's Degree2 of 25
Related Work Experience1 of 25
High School Diploma1 of 25
Postsecondary Nondegree Award1 of 25
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How many careers are in the Most In-Demand Careers (2024–2034) guide?
- This guide covers 25 occupations, including Wind Turbine Service Technicians, Nurse Practitioners, Solar Photovoltaic Installers, and 22 more.
- What is the salary range for careers in this guide?
- Salaries range from $42,590 (Psychiatric Technicians) to $171,200 (Computer and Information Systems Managers) median annual wage, based on BLS data.
- Which careers in this guide are growing fastest?
- The fastest-growing careers include Wind Turbine Service Technicians (+49.9%), Nurse Practitioners (+40.1%), Solar Photovoltaic Installers (+42.1%). Growth rates are projected from 2024 to 2034 by the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
- What education is typically needed for these careers?
- The most common entry-level requirement is a Bachelor's Degree (12 of 25 careers). Education requirements vary across the guide.
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