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Projections

The Massachusetts Industry-Occupation Employment Matrix, 2010-2020 which reflects the unique mix of 700 occupations and 150 industries in Massachusetts. Use this webpage to search by occupations to see the industries with the largest numbers of workers in the occupation and the change over the 2010-2020 period.

NOTE TO DATA USERS, as of March 26, 2013: 2010-2020 Occupational Projections and 2010-2020 Industry Projections for the state and all WIA have been revised.

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Long-Term Occupational Projections

Find the expected employment growth and annual openings for over 700 occupations in Massachusetts and 16 Workforce investment Areas. These 10-year forecasts, which are updated every other year, are intended to help individuals make informed education and career decisions and assist educators and training providers in planning for future needs. The projections currently cover the 2010-2020 period.




Long-Term Industry Projections

Long-term industry employment projections are available for Massachusetts and 16 Workforce investment Areas. Employment is projected for approximately 90 detailed industries (at the 3-digit NAICS industry level), and cover the 2010-2020 period.




Short Term Occupational Projections

Short-term employment projections cover a two-year time span and are available for both industries and occupations. The rise and fall of business cycles is incorporated in the short-term projections.

Short-term Employment Projections by occupation covering a 2011 base year and projects employment to 2013. Projection are available for Massachusetts and 16 Workforce investment Areas.




Short Term Industry Projections

Short-term Employment Projections by industry covering a base year of 2011 and projects employment to 2013. Projection are available for Massachusetts and 16 Workforce Investment Areas.