The Fastest-Growing Careers Of 2023

Forbes Advisor

Introduction

The current job market might be turbulent at best, but there are still several career paths with strong projected growth trends through 2023 and beyond. In response to fluctuating job markets, job-seekers are prioritizing high-growth career paths and recession-proof jobs, upskilling to maintain a competitive edge. Fortunately, some of the fastest-growing jobs in 2023 also offer stability and long-term potential. Whether you’re looking to switch jobs or you’re just launching your career, it’s worth considering these in-demand fields.

Fastest-Growing Careers of 2023

We’ve listed eight of the fastest-growing careers of 2023 below, but this list is far from exhaustive. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), other jobs slated for high growth rates include ushers, motion picture projectionists, restaurant cooks, athletes and umpires, choreographers, taxi drivers, logisticians, animal trainers and physical therapist assistants. Jobs with the highest projected growth rates from 2021 to 2031 include nurse practitioners, web developers, solar photovoltaic installers and physician assistants. Below are some of the fastest-growing careers in the health, tech and trade sectors.

• Nurse Practitioners
• Medical and Health Services Managers
• Software Developers, Applications
• Information Security Analysts
• Physical Therapist Assistants
• Operations Research Analysts
• Physician Assistants
• Speech-Language Pathologists