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Economists

Historical Job Growth

Civilian:job in recent demand

Civilian Historical Job Growth

Job Outlook*

Employment of economists is expected to grow more slowly than the average for all occupations. The demand for workers who have knowledge of economics is projected to grow faster, but these workers will commonly find employment in fields outside of economics, such as business, finance or insurance. Job prospects for economists will be best for those with graduate degrees in economics.

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Opportunities to Get Ahead*

With experience or an advanced degree, economists may advance to positions of greater responsibility, including administration and independent research.

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Top States with the most civilian jobs

States: DC, CA, TX, IL, VA,

Projected Civilian Job Growth

Future job growth is projected to be about as fast as average

About 900 new jobs by 2018
*Job Outlook and Opportunities to Get Ahead relate to Economists, which includes Economists; Environmental Economists.