NewsWFLA News Channel 8September 6, 2026Hillsborough
Labor Department projects 5.9 million new U.S. jobs by 2035 with growth in utilities and healthcare
The U.S. Labor Department projects the economy will add 5.9 million jobs by 2035, with the fastest growth occurring in the utilities sector and the largest volume of new jobs in healthcare and social assistance. Conversely, the report forecasts significant employment declines in apparel manufacturing, printing, and specific government and education sectors.
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These projections provide a long-term outlook on labor market shifts, helping residents understand which industries are expanding or contracting as they plan for career changes or education over the next decade.
Key Facts
- The U.S. economy is projected to add 5.9 million jobs by 2035.
- Solar electric power generation is projected to have the fastest growth rate at nearly 153% (approx. 26,000 jobs).
- Services for the elderly and those with disabilities are projected to see the largest volume of job growth (approx. 625,400 jobs).
- Office and administrative support occupations are projected to lose 752,100 jobs due to AI adoption.
- Apparel manufacturing employment is forecast to drop from 79,000 in 2025 to 49,200 by 2035.
- Printing and related support activities are projected to lose 58,300 jobs.
- Federal government employment (excluding USPS) is projected to drop by 91,000 jobs by 2035.
- Local elementary and secondary school employment is projected to drop by 83,000 jobs by 2035.
- Nursing facilities are projected to see a decline of 44,700 jobs.
- Geothermal electric power generation is projected to grow by nearly 32% (approx. 300 jobs).