Data Product
U.S. Geoscience Employment Projections
Projected geoscience employment growth and industry distribution from 2025 to 2035 using U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
Employment projections from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics indicate an overall 5.3% increase in geoscience jobs between 2025 and 2035, from 455,013 in 2025 to 479,330 jobs in 2035.
Projected Changes in U.S. Geoscience Employment by Industry, 2025 to 2035
| Industry / Sector | 2025 Employment | 2035 Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Total Geoscience Employment | 455,013 | 479,330 |
| Self-Employed | 5,153 | 5,052 |
| Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing, and Hunting | 4,525 | 4,924 |
| Oil and Gas Extraction | 10,490 | 10,082 |
| Mining | 4,028 | 4,128 |
| Support Activities for Mining and Oil & Gas | 5,320 | 5,320 |
| Utilities | 6,681 | 7,128 |
| Construction | 7,028 | 7,340 |
| Manufacturing | 11,591 | 11,657 |
| Wholesale Trade | 3,130 | 3,243 |
| Transportation and Warehousing | 1,841 | 1,950 |
| Information | 2,872 | 2,868 |
| Finance and Insurance | 500 | 510 |
| Real Estate | 554 | 569 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 176,504 | 193,033 |
| Management of Companies and Enterprises | 6,920 | 7,241 |
| Waste Management and Remediation Services | 6,144 | 6,659 |
| Educational Services | 41,705 | 42,836 |
| Junior Colleges | 3,900 | 3,904 |
| Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools | 36,789 | 38,113 |
| Healthcare and Social Assistance | 867 | 985 |
| Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation | 1,630 | 1,735 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 35 | 35 |
| Other Services (except Public Administration) | 9,812 | 11,613 |
| Federal Government | 29,531 | 28,034 |
| State Government | 54,937 | 55,946 |
| Local Government | 49,669 | 51,993 |
