The Occupations in Demand list shows whether an occupation in a local area is in demand, not in demand or balanced. It also gives information about expected employment growth, wages, typical education, and gives links to job postings, trainings and other resources.
More information about this list and how it is used can be found below the dashboard.
To print: Using a desktop computer, right click in your browser window outside the OID dashboard and select print.
How to use this tool
- Select a category.
- Click the box for a category. This will open a dropdown menu.
- At the top of the dropdown, you’ll see a search box. Use it to filter the list of categories.
- Check the items that apply to your search.
- Search for occupations.
- Once you've selected all your criteria, click the “Search” button to see the results
- Clear your search.
- To remove your search filters, click the “Clear Search” button.
- Learn more about an occupation.
- Click on any occupation in the list to view more details.
- Click the “Item Detail” button to get additional information about that occupation.
- Print or save the information.
To print the information, click the “Print” button. You can also save it by taking a screenshot or printing your screen.
You can also download the complete list as an Excel file: Occupations in Demand List (XLSX, 362KB).
Notable changes from the previous version of this tool
- All filters show on the same screen.
- The search tool uses a variety of keywords, not just the exact occupation.
- Links in the “Item Detail” section now show data on specific occupations.
- The text cannot be selected for copy/pasting. Instead, you can create a screenshot or print your screen.
For questions, contact us at OID@esd.wa.gov.
Need local employer data? Check out our Find an Employer tool.
About the Occupations in Demand list
The Occupations in Demand list is used for decisions about program eligibility, including Training Benefits, Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act and more. The goal is to create opportunities for workers to acquire skills needed to access in-demand, living-wage jobs in their communities. Eligibility for training programs often hinges on the ability to demonstrate that the chosen occupation is likely to grow and support them in the future. To learn more about the methodology that goes into creating the Occupations and Demand, check out the 2024 OID methodology. In depth information on SOC codes, including major occupational groupings, can be found on the Bureau of Labor Statistics website.
The Occupations in Demand list is the product of a collaborative effort between ESD and Washington’s 12 Local Workforce Development Boards. These boards manage local lists and ensure the content is relevant, current and tailored to each local area. The boards can send updates and feedback to OID@esd.wa.gov.