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Idaho occupations in demand

116,798

Projected annual job openings across all occupations in Idaho, 2024–2034 (projection)

Source: Idaho Department of Labor, Labor Market Information, Idaho Regional and Statewide Occupational Projections, 2024-2034. Data period 2024–2034. Status: projection. Published . Newest release as of .

Total projected average annual job openings (turnover plus growth) for each major occupational group, plus the workbook's own all-occupations total, statewide, over the projection cycle's base-to-projected-year range.

Comparison

Among 6 Idaho Department of Labor regions in 2024–2034, Region 3, Southwestern Idaho was highest at 57,273 and Region 2, North Central Idaho lowest at 6,129.

The largest category in projected annual openings by occupation is Fast Food and Counter Workers at 6,161; next is Cashiers at 3,251.

By region

The Idaho Department of Labor's six planning regions, groups of counties the department publishes its regional figures for.

People

  1. Region 3, Southwestern Idaho57,273
  2. Region 6, Eastern Idaho15,938
  3. Region 4, South Central Idaho14,067
  4. Region 1, Northern Idaho13,850
  5. Region 5, Southeastern Idaho9,508
  6. Region 2, North Central Idaho6,129

Source: Idaho LMI, Idaho Regional and Statewide Occupational Projections, 2024-2034.

Data table (6 rows)
Region2024–2034
Region 3, Southwestern Idaho57,272.6
Region 6, Eastern Idaho15,938.0
Region 4, South Central Idaho14,067.2
Region 1, Northern Idaho13,849.7
Region 5, Southeastern Idaho9,508.4
Region 2, North Central Idaho6,129.2

Projected annual openings by occupation

Total projected average annual job openings (turnover plus growth) for each detailed occupation, statewide, over the projection cycle's base-to-projected-year range.

People

  1. Fast Food and Counter Workers6,161
  2. Cashiers3,251
  3. Retail Salespersons3,213
  4. Office Clerks, General2,545
  5. Customer Service Representatives2,494
  6. General and Operations Managers2,402
  7. Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand2,314
  8. Stockers and Order Fillers2,311
  9. Waiters and Waitresses2,178
  10. Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers2,044
  11. Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners1,790
  12. Construction Laborers1,600
  13. Cooks, Restaurant1,409
  14. Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers1,364
  15. Nursing Assistants1,341
  16. Registered Nurses1,228
  17. Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners1,216
  18. Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers1,203
  19. Teaching Assistants, Except Postsecondary1,200
  20. Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks1,198
  21. First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers1,159
  22. Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse1,153
  23. Carpenters1,071
  24. Childcare Workers1,031
  25. Light Truck Drivers996.9

Source: Idaho LMI, Idaho Regional and Statewide Occupational Projections, 2024-2034.

An excerpt; the full table is below.

Occupation2024-2034 (people)
Fast Food and Counter Workers6,160.8
Cashiers3,251.4
Retail Salespersons3,213.2
Office Clerks, General2,544.8
Customer Service Representatives2,493.6
General and Operations Managers2,401.7
Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand2,313.5
Stockers and Order Fillers2,310.9
Waiters and Waitresses2,177.5
Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers2,043.8
Data table (707 rows)
Occupation2024-2034 (people)
Fast Food and Counter Workers6,160.8
Cashiers3,251.4
Retail Salespersons3,213.2
Office Clerks, General2,544.8
Customer Service Representatives2,493.6
General and Operations Managers2,401.7
Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand2,313.5
Stockers and Order Fillers2,310.9
Waiters and Waitresses2,177.5
Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers2,043.8
Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners1,789.5
Construction Laborers1,600.1
Cooks, Restaurant1,408.9
Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers1,363.5
Nursing Assistants1,341.1
Registered Nurses1,228.3
Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners1,215.9
Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers1,203.3
Teaching Assistants, Except Postsecondary1,199.8
Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks1,198.4
First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers1,159.0
Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse1,152.9
Carpenters1,070.9
Childcare Workers1,030.9
Light Truck Drivers996.9
Maintenance and Repair Workers, General938.7
First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers920.0
First-Line Supervisors of Office and Administrative Support Workers885.7
Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive876.9
Farmworkers, Farm, Ranch, and Aquacultural Animals851.8
Medical Assistants850.3
Food Preparation Workers838.0
Receptionists and Information Clerks792.9
Electricians730.4
First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers727.8
Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Products702.5
Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors638.2
Medical Secretaries and Administrative Assistants627.5
Cooks, Institution and Cafeteria615.0
Bartenders603.1
Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop594.7
Amusement and Recreation Attendants590.7
Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists577.6
Sales Representatives of Services, Except Advertising, Insurance, Financial Services, and Travel576.4
Packaging and Filling Machine Operators and Tenders552.2
Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education551.8
Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics545.5
Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers543.9
Animal Caretakers543.1
Accountants and Auditors517.7
Security Guards515.8
Bus Drivers, School509.9
Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education502.9
Social and Human Service Assistants499.9
Project Management Specialists498.4
Medical and Health Services Managers488.8
Cleaners of Vehicles and Equipment472.4
Shipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks460.7
Recreation Workers459.4
Dishwashers451.3
First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers443.9
Dental Assistants442.4
Hotel, Motel, and Resort Desk Clerks437.6
Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators428.3
Software Developers424.2
Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists417.0
Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors413.8
Bakers408.7
Management Analysts406.9
Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers403.8
Inspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers390.5
Human Resources Specialists374.8
Self-Enrichment Teachers361.7
FirstLine Supervisors of Transportation & Material Moving Workers, Exc Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisor356.5
First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers355.8
Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters350.4
Construction Managers347.1
Industrial Machinery Mechanics336.8
Billing and Posting Clerks332.5
Pharmacy Technicians331.5
Insurance Sales Agents322.2
Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers302.3
Painters, Construction and Maintenance302.2
Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators299.8
Financial Managers298.7
Chief Executives296.6
Packers and Packagers, Hand287.1
Food Batchmakers272.0
Counter and Rental Clerks268.1
Driver/Sales Workers265.3
Training and Development Specialists261.0
Substitute Teachers, Short-Term260.8
Business Operations Specialists, All Other255.2
Laundry and Dry-Cleaning Workers249.1
Coaches and Scouts244.9
Computer User Support Specialists244.9
First-Line Supervisors of Housekeeping and Janitorial Workers241.9
Managers, All Other236.0
Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers234.0
Tellers229.3
Parts Salespersons229.0
Semiconductor Processing Technicians228.1
Cement Masons and Concrete Finishers226.9
Paralegals and Legal Assistants226.7
Property, Real Estate, and Community Association Managers226.2
Sales Managers220.5
Real Estate Sales Agents219.5
Butchers and Meat Cutters210.2
Cooks, Fast Food210.0
Agricultural Equipment Operators209.0
First-Line Supervisors of Landscaping, Lawn Service, and Groundskeeping Workers205.3
Nurse Practitioners202.0
Forest and Conservation Technicians200.2
Postsecondary Teachers, All Other199.4
Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors198.0
Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists196.3
Shuttle Drivers and Chauffeurs195.5
Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses194.6
Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education190.3
Food Servers, Nonrestaurant187.0
Dental Hygienists186.1
Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers184.7
Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers184.1
Civil Engineers184.0
Helpers--Production Workers184.0
Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers181.4
Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Technical and Scientific Products178.5
First-Line Supervisors of Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Workers177.3
Couriers and Messengers174.8
Electrical, Electronic, and Electromechanical Assemblers, Except Coil Winders, Tapers, and Finishers173.1
Computer and Information Systems Managers170.7
Instructional Coordinators167.6
Tutors166.1
Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers158.7
Phlebotomists156.7
Correctional Officers and Jailers155.0
Skincare Specialists154.6
Tire Repairers and Changers152.5
Firefighters151.4
Securities, Commodities, and Financial Services Sales Agents149.6
Loan Officers146.8
Data Scientists146.5
Cost Estimators146.4
Compliance Officers145.3
Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary145.1
Graders and Sorters, Agricultural Products142.3
Postal Service Mail Carriers142.2
Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education142.1
Food Cooking Machine Operators and Tenders141.1
Roofers136.0
Dispatchers, Except Police, Fire, and Ambulance134.3
Agricultural Technicians133.7
Medical Records Specialists133.1
Sheet Metal Workers132.0
Library Assistants, Clerical131.6
Executive Secretaries and Executive Administrative Assistants131.1
Court, Municipal, and License Clerks130.4
Computer Systems Analysts127.7
Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Except Engines127.7
Logging Equipment Operators125.9
Food Science Technicians125.8
Speech-Language Pathologists125.0
Marketing Managers124.7
Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers, All Other124.2
Physician Assistants123.6
Public Relations Specialists122.6
Production Workers, All Other120.1
Physical Therapist Assistants117.5
First-line Supervisors of Personal Service Workers117.0
Machinists115.8
Lawyers115.2
Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System Operators114.4
Food Service Managers114.1
Cabinetmakers and Bench Carpenters112.8
First-Line Supervisors of Non-Retail Sales Workers112.7
Industrial Engineers111.3
Radiologic Technologists and Technicians110.3
Production, Planning, and Expediting Clerks107.6
Drywall and Ceiling Tile Installers104.0
Industrial Production Managers103.2
Construction and Building Inspectors101.7
Architectural and Civil Drafters100.6
Loan Interviewers and Clerks100.6
Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers100.1
Pharmacists99.0
Refuse and Recyclable Material Collectors98.8
Crossing Guards and Flaggers97.7
Veterinary Technologists and Technicians97.6
Telecommunications Equipment Installers and Repairers, Except Line Installers96.5
Separating, Filtering, Clarifying, Precipitating, and Still Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders95.9
Medical Equipment Preparers95.2
Occupational Health and Safety Specialists94.3
Physical Therapist Aides94.1
Human Resources Managers93.9
Graphic Designers93.4
Highway Maintenance Workers92.0
Pesticide Handlers, Sprayers, and Applicators, Vegetation89.7
First-line Supervisors of Entertainment And Recreation Workers, Except Gambling Services89.5
Rehabilitation Counselors89.2
Surgical Technologists89.2
Residential Advisors88.9
Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers88.8
Coating, Painting, and Spraying Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders87.7
Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners87.3
Automotive Body and Related Repairers87.2
Healthcare Social Workers86.8
Career/Technical Education Teachers, Secondary School86.5
Woodworking Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Except Sawing86.5
Pest Control Workers85.3
Personal Financial Advisors84.1
Psychiatric Technicians83.6
Chefs and Head Cooks82.5
Administrative Services Managers81.7
Information Security Analysts81.2
Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary80.9
Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators79.4
Social and Community Service Managers79.3
Tax Preparers79.0
Sawing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Wood78.8
Mechanical Engineers78.6
Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians78.2
Child, Family, and School Social Workers78.1
Physicians, All Other77.9
Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other77.4
Hazardous Materials Removal Workers76.8
Automotive and Watercraft Service Attendants76.7
Computer Occupations, All Other75.6
Title Examiners, Abstractors, and Searchers75.3
Medical Transcriptionists75.2
Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks75.0
Real Estate Brokers74.6
Education Administrators, Postsecondary74.5
Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity73.8
Tile and Stone Setters73.7
Occupational Therapists73.4
Library Technicians73.2
Electrical Engineers72.6
Physical Therapists72.6
Animal Trainers70.3
Emergency Medical Technicians69.6
Demonstrators and Product Promoters68.7
Architects, Except Landscape and Naval68.5
Logisticians68.5
Respiratory Therapists68.0
Cutting, Punching, and Press Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic67.5
Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians67.1
Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers67.0
Chemical Equipment Operators and Tenders66.4
Parking Attendants65.5
Slaughterers and Meat Packers64.4
Computer Hardware Engineers64.3
Glaziers63.5
Surveying and Mapping Technicians63.3
Sewing Machine Operators63.2
Architectural and Engineering Managers63.1
Food and Tobacco Roasting, Baking, and Drying Machine Operators and Tenders63.1
School Bus Monitors62.4
Art Directors61.6
Facilities Managers61.6
Librarians and Media Collections Specialists61.5
Printing Press Operators60.7
Electrical and Electronics Engineering Technologists and Technicians60.0
Reservation and Transportation Ticket Agents and Travel Clerks59.7
Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health59.5
Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other59.2
Sales and Related Workers, All Other59.0
Helpers--Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers58.9
Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education58.7
Interviewers, Except Eligibility and Loan58.3
Molding, Coremaking, and Casting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic58.3
Recreational Vehicle Service Technicians57.8
Health Information Technologists and Medical Registrars57.2
Barbers56.9
Computer Network Support Specialists56.5
Flight Attendants56.1
Nuclear Engineers56.1
Financial and Investment Analysts55.4
Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists54.9
Multiple Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic54.1
Opticians, Dispensing54.1
First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives54.0
Mixing and Blending Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders53.8
Dental Laboratory Technicians53.7
Legal Secretaries and Administrative Assistants53.7
Social Science Research Assistants53.6
Information and Record Clerks, All Other52.8
Public Safety Telecommunicators52.8
Soil and Plant Scientists52.1
Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School51.6
Network and Computer Systems Administrators51.3
Career/Technical Education Teachers, Postsecondary51.2
Insurance Claims and Policy Processing Clerks51.2
Structural Iron and Steel Workers50.8
Floral Designers50.7
Earth Drillers, Except Oil and Gas50.3
Postal Service Clerks50.1
Natural Sciences Managers49.8
Photographers49.6
Concierges49.1
Agricultural Inspectors49.0
Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary48.7
File Clerks48.4
Orderlies47.8
Massage Therapists47.4
Health Education Specialists46.6
Computer Network Architects46.5
Operations Research Analysts46.5
Interior Designers46.1
Paper Goods Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders46.0
Commercial Pilots45.8
Meat, Poultry, and Fish Cutters and Trimmers45.7
Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers45.0
Bill and Account Collectors43.8
Diagnostic Medical Sonographers43.4
Compensation, Benefits, and Job Analysis Specialists43.3
Forest and Conservation Workers43.0
Protective Service Workers, All Other43.0
Ophthalmic Medical Technicians42.7
Security and Fire Alarm Systems Installers42.7
Umpires, Referees, and Other Sports Officials42.7
Biological Technicians42.2
Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Operators42.1
Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers41.8
Dietitians and Nutritionists41.1
Medical Equipment Repairers41.0
Millwrights40.9
Fallers40.7
Teachers and Instructors, All Other40.7
Interpreters and Translators40.5
Data Entry Keyers39.9
Special Education Teachers, Secondary School39.9
Crushing, Grinding, and Polishing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders39.8
Nurse Anesthetists39.8
Procurement Clerks39.7
Personal Care and Service Workers, All Other39.6
Bicycle Repairers39.4
Brickmasons and Blockmasons39.0
Environmental Engineers38.6
Engineers, All Other38.5
Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians38.2
Community Health Workers38.2
Physical Scientists, All Other37.7
Fundraisers37.4
Tailors, Dressmakers, and Custom Sewers37.4
Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment37.3
Occupational Therapy Assistants37.1
Technical Writers36.8
Cargo and Freight Agents36.6
Molders, Shapers, and Casters, Except Metal and Plastic35.5
Detectives and Criminal Investigators35.4
Insulation Workers, Floor, Ceiling, and Wall35.3
Dentists, General35.2
Producers and Directors34.3
Electronics Engineers, Except Computer33.6
Animal Breeders33.3
Sales Engineers32.6
Tapers32.5
Family Medicine Physicians32.4
Telecommunications Line Installers and Repairers32.3
Teaching Assistants, Postsecondary32.2
Audiovisual Equipment Installers and Repairers31.9
Conveyor Operators and Tenders31.7
Human Resources Assistants, Except Payroll and Timekeeping31.7
Taxi Drivers31.7
Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians31.5
Conservation Scientists31.2
Healthcare Support Workers, All Other31.0
Mechanical Drafters30.8
Nuclear Power Reactor Operators30.7
Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners30.7
First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers30.6
Educational Instruction and Library Workers, All Other30.3
Helpers--Electricians30.1
Building Cleaning Workers, All Other29.9
Helpers--Painters, Paperhangers, Plasterers, and Stucco Masons29.3
Power Plant Operators28.9
Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors28.8
Home Appliance Repairers28.6
Nuclear Technicians28.3
Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health28.1
Manicurists and Pedicurists28.1
Occupational Health and Safety Technicians28.1
Telemarketers28.1
Web and Digital Interface Designers28.1
Structural Metal Fabricators and Fitters27.7
Travel Agents27.7
Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists27.2
Writers and Authors27.2
Biological Scientists, All Other26.8
Floor Layers, Except Carpet, Wood, and Hard Tiles26.8
News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists26.7
Clinical and Counseling Psychologists26.5
Insurance Underwriters26.0
Chemists25.7
Log Graders and Scalers25.7
Editors25.4
Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other25.4
Special Education Teachers, Middle School25.3
Dietetic Technicians25.2
Upholsterers25.2
Office and Administrative Support Workers, All Other24.7
Financial Risk Specialists24.5
Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists24.5
Advertising Sales Agents24.4
First-line Supervisors of Security Workers24.4
Pipelayers24.4
Jewelers and Precious Stone and Metal Workers24.1
Postal Service Mail Sorters, Processors, and Processing Machine Operators23.7
Veterinarians23.7
Paramedics23.5
Private Detectives and Investigators23.5
Furniture Finishers23.4
Public Relations Managers23.4
School Psychologists23.4
Purchasing Managers23.3
Agricultural Workers, All Other23.0
Business Teachers, Postsecondary23.0
Urban and Regional Planners22.9
Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary22.5
Financial Examiners22.4
Mechanical Door Repairers22.3
Chiropractors21.8
Health and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and Inspectors21.8
Marriage and Family Therapists21.8
New Accounts Clerks21.6
Social Workers, All Other21.6
Audio and Video Technicians21.5
Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary21.5
Chemical Technicians21.5
Helpers--Brickmasons, Blockmasons, Stonemasons, and Tile and Marble Setters21.4
Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers21.3
Computer, Automated Teller, and Office Machine Repairers21.2
Outdoor Power Equipment and Other Small Engine Mechanics21.0
Cutting and Slicing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders20.4
English Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary20.3
Foresters20.2
Extruding, Forming, Pressing, and Compacting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders19.9
Surveyors19.9
Credit Analysts19.8
Transportation Security Screeners19.7
Tree Trimmers and Pruners19.6
Weighers, Measurers, Checkers, and Samplers, Recordkeeping19.4
Coin, Vending, and Amusement Machine Servicers and Repairers19.2
Tax Examiners and Collectors, and Revenue Agents19.2
Forensic Science Technicians19.1
Disc Jockeys, Except Radio18.9
Labor Relations Specialists18.9
Emergency Medicine Physicians18.7
Cooks, Private Household18.6
Food Processing Workers, All Other18.5
Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators, Surface Mining18.4
Gambling Change Persons and Booth Cashiers18.4
Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary18.3
Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators18.3
Training and Development Managers18.3
Machine Feeders and Offbearers18.2
Computer Programmers18.1
Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary18.1
Athletic Trainers18.0
Financial Clerks, All Other17.8
Clergy17.7
Database Architects17.7
Pharmacy Aides17.7
Cooks, Short Order17.6
Financial Specialists, All Other17.6
Web Developers17.6
Eligibility Interviewers, Government Programs17.5
Commercial and Industrial Designers17.4
Education and Childcare Administrators, Preschool and Daycare17.1
Maintenance Workers, Machinery17.1
Aircraft Service Attendants16.9
Hearing Aid Specialists16.8
Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians16.7
Motor Vehicle Operators, All Other16.6
Occupational Therapy Aides16.6
Psychology Teachers, Postsecondary16.5
Control and Valve Installers and Repairers, Except Mechanical Door16.4
Entertainment And Recreation Managers, Except Gambling16.4
Transportation Inspectors16.3
Aerospace Engineers16.1
Physicists16.0
Locksmiths and Safe Repairers15.9
Psychologists, All Other15.9
Adhesive Bonding Machine Operators and Tenders15.8
Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors15.5
Special Education Teachers, Preschool15.5
Crane and Tower Operators15.4
Anthropologists and Archeologists15.3
Education Teachers, Postsecondary15.3
Carpet Installers15.0
Motorcycle Mechanics15.0
Landscape Architects14.9
Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film14.7
Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmers14.6
Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tenders14.6
Community and Social Service Specialists, All Other14.3
Education Administrators, All Other14.2
Grinding, Lapping, Polishing, and Buffing Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic14.2
Food Scientists and Technologists14.0
Helpers--Carpenters13.8
Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators13.7
Funeral Attendants13.5
Pump Operators, Except Wellhead Pumpers13.5
Coil Winders, Tapers, and Finishers13.4
Motorboat Mechanics and Service Technicians13.3
Audiologists13.1
Cooling and Freezing Equipment Operators and Tenders13.1
Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists13.0
Baggage Porters and Bellhops12.6
Athletes and Sports Competitors12.5
Hydrologists12.3
Optometrists12.3
Personal Service Managers, All Other12.3
Film and Video Editors12.2
Helpers, Construction Trades, All Other12.2
Pressers, Textile, Garment, and Related Materials12.2
Mail Clerks and Mail Machine Operators, Except Postal Service11.9
Solar Photovoltaic Installers11.9
Rock Splitters, Quarry11.8
Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians11.6
Postmasters and Mail Superintendents11.5
Fiberglass Laminators and Fabricators11.3
Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary11.1
Lodging Managers11.1
Philosophy and Religion Teachers, Postsecondary11.1
Curators11.0
Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers11.0
Wind Turbine Service Technicians11.0
Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels10.9
Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Powerhouse, Substation, and Relay10.8
First-Line Supervisors of Protective Service Workers, All Other10.7
Geological Technicians, Except Hydrologic Technicians10.6
Budget Analysts10.4
First-Line Supervisors of Correctional Officers10.4
Statisticians10.2
Welding, Soldering, and Brazing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders10.1
Legislators10.0
Order Clerks10.0
Tank Car, Truck, and Ship Loaders10.0
Automotive Glass Installers and Repairers9.8
Electrical and Electronics Drafters9.7
Economists9.5
Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Workers, All Other9.5
Tool Grinders, Filers, and Sharpeners9.4
Actuaries9.2
Bailiffs9.1
Database Administrators9.1
Crematory Operators9.0
Insulation Workers, Mechanical9.0
Textile, Apparel, and Furnishings Workers, All Other9.0
Avionics Technicians8.9
Broadcast Technicians8.7
Chemical Engineers8.7
Recreational Therapists8.7
Continuous Mining Machine Operators8.6
Helpers--Extraction Workers8.5
Social Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary, All Other8.4
Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairers8.1
Surgical Assistants8.0
Environmental Engineering Technologists and Technicians7.9
Actors7.8
Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary7.8
Cleaning, Washing, and Metal Pickling Equipment Operators and Tenders7.8
Compensation and Benefits Managers7.8
Exercise Physiologists7.8
Gambling Surveillance Officers and Gambling Investigators7.8
Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates7.8
Gambling Dealers7.7
Nurse Midwives7.5
Craft Artists7.4
Drilling and Boring Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic7.4
Communications Teachers, Postsecondary7.3
Fish and Game Wardens7.3
Credit Counselors7.2
Fundraising Managers7.1
Museum Technicians and Conservators7.1
Social Work Teachers, Postsecondary7.1
Mining and Geological Engineers, Including Mining Safety Engineers7.0
Prepress Technicians and Workers7.0
Passenger Attendants6.9
Traffic Technicians6.9
Helpers--Pipelayers, Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters6.8
Music Directors and Composers6.8
Riggers6.8
Advertising and Promotions Managers6.7
Cartographers and Photogrammetrists6.6
Computer and Information Research Scientists6.6
Emergency Management Directors6.6
Fine Artists, Including Painters, Sculptors, and Illustrators6.6
First-Line Supervisors of Gambling Services Workers6.6
Materials Engineers6.6
Boilermakers6.5
Hydrologic Technicians6.5
Locker Room, Coatroom, and Dressing Room Attendants6.5
Underground Mining Machine Operators, All Other6.5
Chemical Plant and System Operators6.3
Medical Appliance Technicians6.3
Metal-Refining Furnace Operators and Tenders6.3
Engine and Other Machine Assemblers6.2
Extruding and Drawing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic6.2
Grounds Maintenance Workers, All Other6.2
Parking Enforcement Workers6.2
Recreation and Fitness Studies Teachers, Postsecondary6.1
Switchboard Operators, Including Answering Service6.1
General Internal Medicine Physicians6.0
Ophthalmic Laboratory Technicians6.0
Microbiologists5.9
Fishing and Hunting Workers5.8
Drafters, All Other5.7
Electronic Equipment Installers and Repairers, Motor Vehicles5.7
Psychiatrists5.6
Shoe and Leather Workers and Repairers5.6
Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys5.5
Motion Picture Projectionists5.5
Musicians and Singers5.5
Nuclear Medicine Technologists5.5
Painting, Coating, and Decorating Workers5.3
Radiation Therapists5.3
Etchers and Engravers5.2
History Teachers, Postsecondary5.2
Power Distributors and Dispatchers5.2
Astronomers5.1
Chemistry Teachers, Postsecondary5.1
Gambling Cage Workers5.1
Geographers5.1
Life Scientists, All Other5.1
Meter Readers, Utilities5.1
Models5.0
Plating Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic5.0
Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other5.0
Correspondence Clerks4.9
Obstetricians and Gynecologists4.9
Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary4.8
Anesthesiologists4.7
Biochemists and Biophysicists4.7
Court Reporters and Simultaneous Captioners4.7
Tool and Die Makers4.7
Air Traffic Controllers4.6
Aircraft Structure, Surfaces, Rigging, and Systems Assemblers4.6
Economics Teachers, Postsecondary4.6
Animal Control Workers4.5
Funeral Home Managers4.5
Gas Plant Operators4.5
Legal Support Workers, All Other4.5
Physics Teachers, Postsecondary4.5
Forest Fire Inspectors and Prevention Specialists4.4
Hoist and Winch Operators4.4
Manufactured Building and Mobile Home Installers4.4
Directors, Religious Activities and Education4.3
Explosives Workers, Ordnance Handling Experts, and Blasters4.3
Extraction Workers, All Other4.3
Plant and System Operators, All Other4.3
Sociology Teachers, Postsecondary4.3
Word Processors and Typists4.2
Airfield Operations Specialists4.1
Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians4.1
Agents and Business Managers of Artists, Performers, and Athletes4.0
Radio, Cellular, and Tower Equipment Installers and Repairers4.0
Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers3.9
Radiologists3.9
Judicial Law Clerks3.7
Archivists3.6
Law Teachers, Postsecondary3.5
Material Moving Workers, All Other3.5
Entertainers and Performers, Sports and Related Workers, All Other3.4
Epidemiologists3.4
Forestry and Conservation Science Teachers, Postsecondary3.4
Motorboat Operators3.4
Textile Winding, Twisting, and Drawing Out Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders3.4
Atmospheric and Space Scientists3.3
Healthcare Diagnosing or Treating Practitioners, All Other3.3
Fabric and Apparel Patternmakers3.2
Sound Engineering Technicians3.2
Administrative Law Judges, Adjudicators, and Hearing Officers3.1
Woodworkers, All Other3.1
Pediatricians, General3.0
Tire Builders3.0
Fire Inspectors and Investigators2.9
Foreign Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary2.9
Plasterers and Stucco Masons2.9
Dermatologists2.8
Special Effects Artists and Animators2.8
Library Science Teachers, Postsecondary2.7
Musical Instrument Repairers and Tuners2.7
Surgeons, All Other2.7
Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers2.6
Fence Erectors2.6
Rail Car Repairers2.6
Environmental Science Teachers, Postsecondary2.5
Insurance Appraisers, Auto Damage2.5
Animal Scientists2.4
Cardiologists2.4
Orthodontists2.4
Print Binding and Finishing Workers2.4
Acupuncturists2.2
Architecture Teachers, Postsecondary2.2
Family and Consumer Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary2.2
Historians2.2
Media and Communication Workers, All Other2.2
Pile Driver Operators2.2
Rolling Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic2.1
Stonemasons2.0
Credit Authorizers, Checkers, and Clerks1.9
Agricultural Engineers1.6
Media and Communication Equipment Workers, All Other1.5
Podiatrists1.5
Physicians, Pathologists1.0

Projected employment growth by occupation

This breakdown is from Idaho Department of Labor, Labor Market Information, on a different basis than the headline figure above. Change in projected employment for each detailed occupation, computed as the Idaho Department of Labor's projected-year employment minus its base-year employment from the same occupational projections.

People

  1. General and Operations Managers3,556
  2. Construction Laborers3,495
  3. Registered Nurses3,472
  4. Carpenters2,260
  5. Stockers and Order Fillers2,181
  6. Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers2,076
  7. Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand2,072
  8. Fast Food and Counter Workers1,817
  9. Medical and Health Services Managers1,619
  10. Electricians1,605
  11. Nursing Assistants1,604
  12. Light Truck Drivers1,573
  13. Medical Assistants1,556
  14. Retail Salespersons1,518
  15. First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers1,439
  16. Cooks, Restaurant1,299
  17. Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors1,281
  18. Maintenance and Repair Workers, General1,241
  19. Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers1,190
  20. Software Developers1,187
  21. Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners1,158
  22. Teaching Assistants, Except Postsecondary1,126
  23. Medical Secretaries and Administrative Assistants1,066
  24. Nurse Practitioners1,057
  25. Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners980

Source: Idaho LMI, Projected employment growth by detailed occupation (computed by Understand Idaho).

An excerpt; the full table is below.

Occupation2034 (people)
General and Operations Managers3,556
Construction Laborers3,495
Registered Nurses3,472
Carpenters2,260
Stockers and Order Fillers2,181
Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers2,076
Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand2,072
Fast Food and Counter Workers1,817
Medical and Health Services Managers1,619
Electricians1,605
Data table (707 rows)
Occupation2034 (people)
General and Operations Managers3,556
Construction Laborers3,495
Registered Nurses3,472
Carpenters2,260
Stockers and Order Fillers2,181
Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers2,076
Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand2,072
Fast Food and Counter Workers1,817
Medical and Health Services Managers1,619
Electricians1,605
Nursing Assistants1,604
Light Truck Drivers1,573
Medical Assistants1,556
Retail Salespersons1,518
First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers1,439
Cooks, Restaurant1,299
Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors1,281
Maintenance and Repair Workers, General1,241
Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers1,190
Software Developers1,187
Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners1,158
Teaching Assistants, Except Postsecondary1,126
Medical Secretaries and Administrative Assistants1,066
Nurse Practitioners1,057
Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners980
Office Clerks, General913
Project Management Specialists874
Social and Human Service Assistants866
Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education848
Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education833
Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers816
Industrial Machinery Mechanics793
Accountants and Auditors791
First-Line Supervisors of Office and Administrative Support Workers791
Construction Managers750
Financial Managers728
Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors710
Childcare Workers702
Receptionists and Information Clerks697
Packaging and Filling Machine Operators and Tenders668
Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters667
Management Analysts659
Dental Assistants637
Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators632
Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists625
Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers624
Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive612
Painters, Construction and Maintenance606
Sales Representatives of Services, Except Advertising, Insurance, Financial Services, and Travel606
Data Scientists598
First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers594
Cooks, Institution and Cafeteria585
Animal Caretakers578
Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics548
Human Resources Specialists545
Pharmacy Technicians504
Dental Hygienists502
Speech-Language Pathologists493
Physician Assistants489
Cement Masons and Concrete Finishers483
Training and Development Specialists483
First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers481
Farmworkers, Farm, Ranch, and Aquacultural Animals479
Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists479
FirstLine Supervisors of Transportation & Material Moving Workers, Exc Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisor453
Self-Enrichment Teachers453
Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers423
First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers421
Bus Drivers, School418
Chief Executives412
Hotel, Motel, and Resort Desk Clerks412
Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Products401
Computer and Information Systems Managers395
Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors365
Customer Service Representatives364
Postsecondary Teachers, All Other364
Billing and Posting Clerks360
Cleaners of Vehicles and Equipment360
Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses351
First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers350
Managers, All Other347
Insurance Sales Agents346
Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators338
Couriers and Messengers335
Recreation Workers331
Coaches and Scouts327
Roofers324
Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks321
Medical Records Specialists321
Food Batchmakers320
Physicians, All Other316
Bakers315
Information Security Analysts315
Substitute Teachers, Short-Term315
Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse311
Inspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers311
Amusement and Recreation Attendants310
Computer Systems Analysts305
Radiologic Technologists and Technicians303
Civil Engineers301
Pharmacists300
Physical Therapists295
Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education293
Lawyers288
Semiconductor Processing Technicians284
Occupational Therapists283
Industrial Engineers281
Property, Real Estate, and Community Association Managers281
Bartenders279
Driver/Sales Workers279
Counter and Rental Clerks274
Sales Managers264
Shuttle Drivers and Chauffeurs260
Business Operations Specialists, All Other258
Laundry and Dry-Cleaning Workers248
Security Guards247
Surgical Technologists247
Respiratory Therapists245
Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary240
Physical Therapist Assistants236
Butchers and Meat Cutters235
Food Preparation Workers235
Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary232
Real Estate Sales Agents232
Phlebotomists230
Drywall and Ceiling Tile Installers227
Instructional Coordinators227
Computer User Support Specialists223
First-Line Supervisors of Housekeeping and Janitorial Workers218
Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education212
Compliance Officers210
Agricultural Equipment Operators205
Mechanical Engineers203
Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists201
Tile and Stone Setters195
Postal Service Mail Carriers194
First-line Supervisors of Personal Service Workers192
Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Except Engines192
Occupational Health and Safety Specialists189
Health Information Technologists and Medical Registrars188
Healthcare Social Workers186
Public Relations Specialists186
Psychiatric Technicians185
Personal Financial Advisors184
Sheet Metal Workers179
Electrical, Electronic, and Electromechanical Assemblers, Except Coil Winders, Tapers, and Finishers177
Marketing Managers175
Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians166
Food Servers, Nonrestaurant166
Electrical Engineers165
Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers163
Paralegals and Legal Assistants159
Diagnostic Medical Sonographers158
Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers158
Securities, Commodities, and Financial Services Sales Agents157
Dentists, General151
Veterinary Technologists and Technicians151
Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers150
Computer Occupations, All Other149
Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers149
Logisticians148
Social and Community Service Managers148
Education Administrators, Postsecondary147
Human Resources Managers144
Skincare Specialists144
First-Line Supervisors of Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Workers143
Medical Equipment Preparers143
Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary143
Operations Research Analysts143
Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers142
Career/Technical Education Teachers, Secondary School141
Industrial Production Managers141
Nurse Anesthetists139
Emergency Medical Technicians136
Family Medicine Physicians134
Hazardous Materials Removal Workers134
Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers134
Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers, All Other132
Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers132
Computer Hardware Engineers131
Tutors131
Loan Officers129
Firefighters127
Nuclear Engineers126
Cost Estimators124
Architects, Except Landscape and Naval123
Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other123
Parts Salespersons122
Production Workers, All Other122
Child, Family, and School Social Workers121
First-line Supervisors of Entertainment And Recreation Workers, Except Gambling Services121
Graphic Designers121
Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers120
Administrative Services Managers118
Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians118
Food Science Technicians116
Refuse and Recyclable Material Collectors116
Computer Network Architects115
Physical Therapist Aides115
Architectural and Civil Drafters114
Glaziers111
First-Line Supervisors of Landscaping, Lawn Service, and Groundskeeping Workers110
Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers107
Dietitians and Nutritionists105
Food Cooking Machine Operators and Tenders105
Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Technical and Scientific Products104
Agricultural Technicians103
Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners102
Financial and Investment Analysts99
Cargo and Freight Agents98
Clinical and Counseling Psychologists96
Structural Iron and Steel Workers95
Reservation and Transportation Ticket Agents and Travel Clerks91
Veterinarians91
Architectural and Engineering Managers89
Facilities Managers89
Opticians, Dispensing89
Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity88
Career/Technical Education Teachers, Postsecondary88
Ophthalmic Medical Technicians88
Title Examiners, Abstractors, and Searchers88
Chefs and Head Cooks87
Chiropractors86
Medical Equipment Repairers86
Tire Repairers and Changers86
Coating, Painting, and Spraying Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders85
Massage Therapists85
Production, Planning, and Expediting Clerks84
Highway Maintenance Workers83
Real Estate Brokers83
Residential Advisors83
Rehabilitation Counselors82
Cabinetmakers and Bench Carpenters81
Environmental Engineers81
Executive Secretaries and Executive Administrative Assistants81
Food Service Managers81
Emergency Medicine Physicians80
Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists80
Tax Preparers80
Dispatchers, Except Police, Fire, and Ambulance79
Computer Network Support Specialists78
Court, Municipal, and License Clerks78
Occupational Therapy Assistants78
Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners78
Brickmasons and Blockmasons77
Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School77
Art Directors76
Fundraisers76
Machinists75
Soil and Plant Scientists75
Flight Attendants74
Community Health Workers73
Earth Drillers, Except Oil and Gas73
Separating, Filtering, Clarifying, Precipitating, and Still Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders73
Financial Examiners72
Concierges71
Health Education Specialists71
Physical Scientists, All Other71
Floor Layers, Except Carpet, Wood, and Hard Tiles70
Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other70
Taxi Drivers70
Commercial Pilots69
Slaughterers and Meat Packers69
Insulation Workers, Floor, Ceiling, and Wall68
Animal Trainers67
First-Line Supervisors of Non-Retail Sales Workers67
Dishwashers66
Electronics Engineers, Except Computer66
Social Science Research Assistants66
Logging Equipment Operators65
Dental Laboratory Technicians64
Helpers--Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers63
Recreational Vehicle Service Technicians62
Security and Fire Alarm Systems Installers62
Automotive Body and Related Repairers61
Special Education Teachers, Secondary School61
Compensation, Benefits, and Job Analysis Specialists60
Health and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and Inspectors60
Mechanical Door Repairers60
Paramedics60
Shipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks60
Athletic Trainers59
Engineers, All Other59
Food and Tobacco Roasting, Baking, and Drying Machine Operators and Tenders59
Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education59
Marriage and Family Therapists59
Surveying and Mapping Technicians59
Tapers59
Conservation Scientists58
Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health58
Interior Designers58
Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers58
Audiologists57
Meat, Poultry, and Fish Cutters and Trimmers57
Orderlies55
Postal Service Clerks55
Natural Sciences Managers54
Audiovisual Equipment Installers and Repairers52
Multiple Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic52
Pest Control Workers51
Business Teachers, Postsecondary50
Librarians and Media Collections Specialists50
Loan Interviewers and Clerks50
Molders, Shapers, and Casters, Except Metal and Plastic50
Solar Photovoltaic Installers49
Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary48
Pesticide Handlers, Sprayers, and Applicators, Vegetation48
Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers47
First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives47
Barbers46
Hearing Aid Specialists46
Construction and Building Inspectors45
School Psychologists45
Helpers--Painters, Paperhangers, Plasterers, and Stucco Masons44
Nuclear Technicians44
Public Safety Telecommunicators44
Sewing Machine Operators44
Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary43
Occupational Health and Safety Technicians43
Optometrists43
Producers and Directors43
Educational Instruction and Library Workers, All Other42
Photographers42
Sales and Related Workers, All Other42
Web Developers42
Automotive and Watercraft Service Attendants41
Conveyor Operators and Tenders41
Database Architects41
Financial Risk Specialists41
Graders and Sorters, Agricultural Products41
Wind Turbine Service Technicians41
Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary40
Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians40
Crossing Guards and Flaggers40
Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians40
Interpreters and Translators40
Nuclear Power Reactor Operators40
Teaching Assistants, Postsecondary40
Telecommunications Equipment Installers and Repairers, Except Line Installers40
Web and Digital Interface Designers40
Helpers--Electricians39
Aerospace Engineers38
Helpers--Production Workers38
Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists38
Special Education Teachers, Middle School38
Teachers and Instructors, All Other38
Pipelayers37
Millwrights36
Network and Computer Systems Administrators36
Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists36
Actuaries35
Chemical Equipment Operators and Tenders35
Chemists35
Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment35
Home Appliance Repairers35
Animal Breeders34
Purchasing Managers34
Sales Engineers34
Electrical and Electronics Engineering Technologists and Technicians33
English Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary33
Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary33
Psychology Teachers, Postsecondary33
Audio and Video Technicians32
Clergy32
Psychologists, All Other32
Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other31
Parking Attendants31
Printing Press Operators31
Public Relations Managers31
Social Workers, All Other31
Training and Development Managers31
Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors30
Aircraft Service Attendants30
Education and Childcare Administrators, Preschool and Daycare30
Healthcare Support Workers, All Other30
Physicists30
Private Detectives and Investigators30
Writers and Authors30
First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers29
Labor Relations Specialists29
Manicurists and Pedicurists29
Packers and Packagers, Hand29
Personal Care and Service Workers, All Other29
Telecommunications Line Installers and Repairers29
Bicycle Repairers28
Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians28
Dietetic Technicians28
Education Teachers, Postsecondary28
Surveyors28
Crushing, Grinding, and Polishing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders27
Floral Designers27
Mixing and Blending Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders27
Psychiatrists26
Special Education Teachers, Preschool26
Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmers25
Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health25
Food Scientists and Technologists25
General Internal Medicine Physicians25
Nurse Midwives25
School Bus Monitors25
Editors24
Financial Specialists, All Other24
Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Workers, All Other24
Insurance Claims and Policy Processing Clerks24
Commercial and Industrial Designers23
Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary23
Education Administrators, All Other23
Technical Writers23
Upholsterers23
Avionics Technicians22
Computer and Information Research Scientists22
Disc Jockeys, Except Radio22
Exercise Physiologists22
Personal Service Managers, All Other22
Surgical Assistants22
Economists21
Food Processing Workers, All Other21
Forensic Science Technicians21
Helpers--Carpenters21
Information and Record Clerks, All Other21
Medical Transcriptionists21
Motor Vehicle Operators, All Other21
Tailors, Dressmakers, and Custom Sewers21
Urban and Regional Planners21
Obstetricians and Gynecologists20
Pump Operators, Except Wellhead Pumpers20
Statisticians20
Anesthesiologists19
Biological Technicians19
Cooling and Freezing Equipment Operators and Tenders19
Outdoor Power Equipment and Other Small Engine Mechanics19
Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators19
Philosophy and Religion Teachers, Postsecondary19
Umpires, Referees, and Other Sports Officials19
Waiters and Waitresses19
Chemical Technicians18
Crane and Tower Operators18
Entertainment And Recreation Managers, Except Gambling18
Film and Video Editors18
Insulation Workers, Mechanical18
Maintenance Workers, Machinery18
Molding, Coremaking, and Casting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic18
Motorboat Mechanics and Service Technicians18
Occupational Therapy Aides18
Agricultural Inspectors17
Agricultural Workers, All Other17
Financial Clerks, All Other17
Helpers, Construction Trades, All Other17
Landscape Architects17
Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers17
Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators17
Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary16
Anthropologists and Archeologists16
Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels16
First-line Supervisors of Security Workers16
Insurance Underwriters16
Lodging Managers16
News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists16
Nuclear Medicine Technologists16
Radiologists16
Recreational Therapists16
Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film15
Chemical Engineers15
Community and Social Service Specialists, All Other15
Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators, Surface Mining15
Fiberglass Laminators and Fabricators15
Fundraising Managers15
Motorcycle Mechanics15
Postal Service Mail Sorters, Processors, and Processing Machine Operators15
Rock Splitters, Quarry15
Social Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary, All Other15
Athletes and Sports Competitors14
Automotive Glass Installers and Repairers14
Communications Teachers, Postsecondary14
Computer, Automated Teller, and Office Machine Repairers14
Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians14
Helpers--Extraction Workers14
Materials Engineers14
Postmasters and Mail Superintendents14
Social Work Teachers, Postsecondary14
Surgeons, All Other14
Credit Counselors13
Detectives and Criminal Investigators13
Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers13
Hydrologists13
Life Scientists, All Other13
Protective Service Workers, All Other13
Weighers, Measurers, Checkers, and Samplers, Recordkeeping13
Coin, Vending, and Amusement Machine Servicers and Repairers12
Cooks, Private Household12
Dermatologists12
Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Powerhouse, Substation, and Relay12
Epidemiologists12
Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates12
Pediatricians, General12
Recreation and Fitness Studies Teachers, Postsecondary12
Underground Mining Machine Operators, All Other12
Cardiologists11
Curators11
Eligibility Interviewers, Government Programs11
Emergency Management Directors11
Extruding, Forming, Pressing, and Compacting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders11
Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tenders11
Geological Technicians, Except Hydrologic Technicians11
Orthodontists11
Paper Goods Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders11
Transportation Inspectors11
Astronomers10
Cleaning, Washing, and Metal Pickling Equipment Operators and Tenders10
Coil Winders, Tapers, and Finishers10
Craft Artists10
Helpers--Pipelayers, Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters10
Mechanical Drafters10
Travel Agents10
Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists10
Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary9
Baggage Porters and Bellhops9
Building Cleaning Workers, All Other9
Cartographers and Photogrammetrists9
Chemistry Teachers, Postsecondary9
Crematory Operators9
Economics Teachers, Postsecondary9
Jewelers and Precious Stone and Metal Workers9
Painting, Coating, and Decorating Workers9
Passenger Attendants9
Radiation Therapists9
Textile, Apparel, and Furnishings Workers, All Other9
Tree Trimmers and Pruners9
Continuous Mining Machine Operators8
Control and Valve Installers and Repairers, Except Mechanical Door8
Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairers8
Environmental Engineering Technologists and Technicians8
First-Line Supervisors of Protective Service Workers, All Other8
Foresters8
History Teachers, Postsecondary8
Legislators8
Medical Appliance Technicians8
Physics Teachers, Postsecondary8
Riggers8
Sawing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Wood8
Sociology Teachers, Postsecondary8
Tank Car, Truck, and Ship Loaders8
Acupuncturists7
Airfield Operations Specialists7
Biochemists and Biophysicists7
Boilermakers7
Budget Analysts7
Cutting and Slicing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders7
Explosives Workers, Ordnance Handling Experts, and Blasters7
Forestry and Conservation Science Teachers, Postsecondary7
Funeral Attendants7
Helpers--Brickmasons, Blockmasons, Stonemasons, and Tile and Marble Setters7
Law Teachers, Postsecondary7
Microbiologists7
Music Directors and Composers7
Ophthalmic Laboratory Technicians7
Pharmacy Aides7
Procurement Clerks7
Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers6
Database Administrators6
Demonstrators and Product Promoters6
Directors, Religious Activities and Education6
Fallers6
First-Line Supervisors of Gambling Services Workers6
Forest Fire Inspectors and Prevention Specialists6
Gambling Change Persons and Booth Cashiers6
Human Resources Assistants, Except Payroll and Timekeeping6
Metal-Refining Furnace Operators and Tenders6
Museum Technicians and Conservators6
Parking Enforcement Workers6
Radio, Cellular, and Tower Equipment Installers and Repairers6
Actors5
Carpet Installers5
Compensation and Benefits Managers5
Entertainers and Performers, Sports and Related Workers, All Other5
Environmental Science Teachers, Postsecondary5
Fence Erectors5
Foreign Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary5
Funeral Home Managers5
Grounds Maintenance Workers, All Other5
Healthcare Diagnosing or Treating Practitioners, All Other5
Library Science Teachers, Postsecondary5
Musicians and Singers5
Plasterers and Stucco Masons5
Podiatrists5
Shoe and Leather Workers and Repairers5
Adhesive Bonding Machine Operators and Tenders4
Advertising and Promotions Managers4
Animal Scientists4
Architecture Teachers, Postsecondary4
Credit Analysts4
Extraction Workers, All Other4
Family and Consumer Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary4
Furniture Finishers4
Hoist and Winch Operators4
Hydrologic Technicians4
Material Moving Workers, All Other4
Motorboat Operators4
Musical Instrument Repairers and Tuners4
Physicians, Pathologists4
Plant and System Operators, All Other4
Rail Car Repairers4
Textile Winding, Twisting, and Drawing Out Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders4
Traffic Technicians4
Administrative Law Judges, Adjudicators, and Hearing Officers3
Advertising Sales Agents3
Agents and Business Managers of Artists, Performers, and Athletes3
Broadcast Technicians3
Cooks, Short Order3
Court Reporters and Simultaneous Captioners3
Fire Inspectors and Investigators3
Gambling Surveillance Officers and Gambling Investigators3
Historians3
Judicial Law Clerks3
Legal Secretaries and Administrative Assistants3
Locker Room, Coatroom, and Dressing Room Attendants3
Manufactured Building and Mobile Home Installers3
Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians3
Media and Communication Workers, All Other3
Mining and Geological Engineers, Including Mining Safety Engineers3
Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers3
Tax Examiners and Collectors, and Revenue Agents3
Agricultural Engineers2
Air Traffic Controllers2
Animal Control Workers2
Archivists2
Drilling and Boring Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic2
Electrical and Electronics Drafters2
Extruding and Drawing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic2
Fabric and Apparel Patternmakers2
Fine Artists, Including Painters, Sculptors, and Illustrators2
Forest and Conservation Workers2
Geographers2
Library Assistants, Clerical2
Models2
Pile Driver Operators2
Stonemasons2
Welding, Soldering, and Brazing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders2
Bailiffs1
Chemical Plant and System Operators1
Correspondence Clerks1
Drafters, All Other1
Etchers and Engravers1
Gambling Dealers1
Legal Support Workers, All Other1
Tire Builders1
Tool and Die Makers1
Woodworking Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Except Sawing1
Biological Scientists, All Other0
Credit Authorizers, Checkers, and Clerks0
First-Line Supervisors of Correctional Officers0
Log Graders and Scalers0
Mail Clerks and Mail Machine Operators, Except Postal Service0
Motion Picture Projectionists0
Office and Administrative Support Workers, All Other0
Power Distributors and Dispatchers0
Prepress Technicians and Workers0
Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other0
Sound Engineering Technicians0
Special Effects Artists and Animators0
Woodworkers, All Other0
Aircraft Structure, Surfaces, Rigging, and Systems Assemblers−1
Atmospheric and Space Scientists−1
Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys−1
Fishing and Hunting Workers−1
Forest and Conservation Technicians−1
Gambling Cage Workers−1
Insurance Appraisers, Auto Damage−1
Media and Communication Equipment Workers, All Other−1
Print Binding and Finishing Workers−1
Rolling Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic−1
Computer Programmers−3
Fish and Game Wardens−3
Engine and Other Machine Assemblers−5
Gas Plant Operators−5
Pressers, Textile, Garment, and Related Materials−6
Tool Grinders, Filers, and Sharpeners−6
Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Operators−7
Meter Readers, Utilities−7
Transportation Security Screeners−7
Locksmiths and Safe Repairers−8
Plating Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic−8
Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors−10
Library Technicians−10
Switchboard Operators, Including Answering Service−10
Electronic Equipment Installers and Repairers, Motor Vehicles−11
Order Clerks−11
Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators−16
Grinding, Lapping, Polishing, and Buffing Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic−16
Interviewers, Except Eligibility and Loan−16
Word Processors and Typists−17
Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop−19
Machine Feeders and Offbearers−20
Power Plant Operators−25
Structural Metal Fabricators and Fitters−27
Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System Operators−27
Bill and Account Collectors−29
Cashiers−31
Cutting, Punching, and Press Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic−31
New Accounts Clerks−33
File Clerks−42
Telemarketers−46
Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks−59
Correctional Officers and Jailers−90
Data Entry Keyers−103
Cooks, Fast Food−125
Tellers−301
  • Computed by Understand Idaho from Idaho Regional and Statewide Occupational Projections, 2024-2034; it is not a figure the publisher releases.
  • These are the Department's own model output for future employment and openings, not observed counts; a 2034 figure is a projection.
  • Annual openings is the workbook's total figure only; the source also splits it into exits, transfers, and growth, not stored here.
  • 90 of 797 detailed occupations statewide have employment and openings figures suppressed by the publisher (more in each region, 150 of 784 in the Southwest); those are omitted, not stored as zero.
  • One workbook carries the statewide and all six regional tables. Each cycle replaces the previous one (2022-2032 until September 2026) rather than extending it, since it re-projects from a new base year.
  • The six planning regions, as the Department delimits them on its regional pages (lmi.idaho.gov/regional-info/), each group counties: Region 1, Northern Idaho is Benewah, Bonner, Boundary, Kootenai, and Shoshone counties.
  • Region 2, North Central Idaho is Clearwater, Idaho, Latah, Lewis, and Nez Perce counties.
  • Region 3, Southwestern Idaho is Ada, Adams, Boise, Canyon, Elmore, Gem, Owyhee, Payette, Valley, and Washington counties.
  • Region 4, South Central Idaho is Blaine, Camas, Cassia, Gooding, Jerome, Lincoln, Minidoka, and Twin Falls counties.
  • Region 5, Southeastern Idaho is Bannock, Bear Lake, Bingham, Caribou, Franklin, Oneida, and Power counties.
  • Region 6, Eastern Idaho is Bonneville, Butte, Clark, Custer, Fremont, Jefferson, Lemhi, Madison, and Teton counties.
  • "Major occupational group" is the major-group level of the U.S. Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) system, the federal taxonomy this and the Department's other occupational data use; "detailed occupation" is that system's most granular level.

Projected employment growth

121,123 in 2034 (estimate). Change in projected employment for each major occupational group, plus the workbook's own all-occupations total, computed as the Idaho Department of Labor's projected-year employment minus its base-year employment from the same occupational projections.

Source: Idaho LMI, Projected employment growth by major occupation group (computed by Understand Idaho). Status: estimate.

Source

Organization
Idaho Department of Labor, Labor Market Information
Dataset
Idaho Regional and Statewide Occupational Projections, 2024-2034
Geography
Idaho statewide and the Department of Labor's six planning regions
Time coverage
2024-2034
Update frequency
Long-term occupational projections are revised every two years; the landing page does not itself state a release schedule, only that the projections "cover a 10-year time span."
Published
Newest release as of
Original file
https://lmi.idaho.gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Occupation-projections_2024-2034.xlsx
Methodology
https://lmi.idaho.gov/data-tools/occupational-industry-projections/
License
Idaho public record.
Our copy
Idaho Regional and Statewide Occupational Projections, 2024-2034

Projected employment growth:

Organization
Idaho Department of Labor, Labor Market Information
Dataset
Projected employment growth by major occupation group (computed by Understand Idaho)
Geography
Idaho statewide and the Department of Labor's six planning regions
Time coverage
2024-2034
Update frequency
Long-term occupational projections are revised every two years; the landing page does not itself state a release schedule, only that the projections "cover a 10-year time span."
Published
Newest release as of
Original file
https://lmi.idaho.gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Occupation-projections_2024-2034.xlsx
License
Idaho public record.
Our copy
Projected employment growth by major occupation group (computed by Understand Idaho)

Inputs: Idaho Regional and Statewide Occupational Projections, 2024-2034.

Cite as Understand Idaho, “Idaho occupations in demand”, https://understandidaho.com/economy/jobs-in-demand/; cite the publisher above for the figures. See the data catalog.

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