Bureau of Labor Statistics projects fastest-growing US jobs through 2035

Nurse practitioners top the list with a projected 41% growth rate, fueled by an aging population and expanded clinical authority in many states. Renewable energy follows closely, with solar photovoltaic installers and wind turbine service technicians securing spots in the top four fastest-growing roles. The agency attributes this surge to falling costs for solar systems and increased household adoption.

Technology remains a critical driver, specifically for data scientists and computer research professionals, who are projected to see a 35% increase in demand as businesses scale AI integration. Education requirements for these high-growth roles remain polarized; while solar installation typically requires only a high school diploma, roles in healthcare and advanced computing demand master’s degrees. Overall, private healthcare and social assistance are expected to anchor the labor market, while the utilities sector anticipates a 10% surge driven by the massive electricity needs of modern data centers.