These Are The 10 Fastest Growing Jobs In Connecticut In 2017

Connecticut is, and has been since its founding, a state in change. We’re growing, we’re progressing, we’re constantly on the move, it seems, financially, industrially, technologically, and of course, in the work force.

Some jobs that were popular fifty or sixty years ago are unheard of these days. Jobs that will be popular in fifty or sixty years — we may not even be able to guess.

But today, what we can guess are which jobs are going to be the most beneficial in one year, or even a few. Because we’ve crunched the data, and we’ve come up with a list of the fastest growing jobs in Connecticut.

Here are the top 10 fastest growing jobs in Connecticut, and below, we’ll show you the top 100:

1. Operations Analyst
2. Web Developer
3. Nurse Practitioner
4. Business Analyst
5. Personal Care Assistant
6. Home Health Aid
7. Software Engineer
8. Computer Numerical Controller Machinist
9. Software Developer
10. Industrial Mechanic

Okay, so really–this is pretty cool. Who would have thought, even twenty years ago, that operations research analystss and web developerss would be so in demand?

Not only does this mean we’re progressing in some important areas, but it also means you might just be able to snag yourself a more secure job.

We’ll get to the details of said jobs in a moment. First, here’s how we came up with this list.

How we determined the fastest growing jobs in Connecticut in 2017

Every couple of years each state’s Department of Labor works in conjunction with the Bureau of Labor Statistics to compile projections for job growth by occupation. The government last completed this research in 2014 with projections going out until 2024.

Because this is America and the government never makes it easy, we had to gather the data from all the states individually to develop a master database.

We then identified the occupations in Connecticut that are projected to have at least 1,000 workers in 2024 so that the jobs will still be relevant. This left us with data for 255 occupations in Connecticut.

Next, we ranked every occupation based on job growth in 2017, from 1 to 255.

At the end of the day, the data showed that operations research analystss will be the fastest growing job in Connecticut.

Why the fastest growing jobs in Connecticut matter

Sure, it’s certainly interesting to see what sort of trends jobs will take over the next decade, because jobs are a great way to see what direction Connecticut is heading.

But aside from being merely ‘interesting,’ it’s also good to note which jobs will be more secure, and more readily available now and in the coming years. If you’re looking for something that will last–take a look at this list.

From operations research analystss to web developerss, these jobs aren’t going anywhere anytime soon.

And now, here’s a look at the 100 fastest growing jobs in the Constitution State for 2017.

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Detailed List Of The Fastest Growing Jobs In Connecticut

Rank	Job Title	Growth %	Average Wage	Jobs in 2024
1	Operations Analyst	135.3%	$86,670	1,610
2	Web Developer	125.5%	$73,970	2,020
3	Nurse Practitioner	125.4%	$113,550	3,450
4	Business Analyst	123.8%	$94,760	9,770
5	Personal Care Assistant	123.7%	$27,210	33,500
6	Home Health Aid	123.6%	$27,490	10,770
7	Software Engineer	122.8%	$103,320	5,430
8	Computer Numerical Controller Machinist	122.6%	$46,410	3,260
9	Software Developer	122.4%	$100,620	10,810
10	Industrial Mechanic	121.3%	$55,960	2,900
11	Computer Numerical Controller Supervisor	121.2%	$63,280	1,030
12	Clinical Psychology Internship	120.8%	$86,950	4,360
13	Residential Advisor	120.6%	$32,870	2,340
14	Mechanical Engineer	120.6%	$86,780	7,320
15	Massage Therapist	119.8%	$49,020	2,780
16	Optician	119.8%	$41,650	1,150
17	Mechanical Technician	119.6%	$68,990	1,100
18	Physician Assistant	119.2%	$116,670	2,360
19	Physical Therapist	119.1%	$91,480	4,680
20	Marketing Internship	118.5%	$71,590	8,500
21	Substance Abuse Counselor	118.4%	$48,660	3,860
22	Veterinary Technician	117.5%	$38,990	1,880
23	Medical Assistant	117.1%	$36,090	8,490
24	Rehabilitation Counselor	117.1%	$42,630	3,020
25	Mental Health Counselor	116.9%	$51,200	3,250
26	Taxi Driver	116.8%	$30,460	5,920
27	Actuarial Internship	116.0%	$118,510	1,160
28	Management Consultant	115.5%	$96,910	13,850
29	Diagnostic Medical Sonographer	115.4%	$75,800	1,350
30	Aide	115.0%	$35,870	1,380
31	Housekeeper	114.8%	$25,430	22,570
32	Cement Mason	114.8%	$51,230	1,010
33	Machinist	114.7%	$49,250	8,640
34	Miner	114.7%	$61,820	1,090
35	Plastic Technician	114.4%	$50,140	1,350
36	Occupational Therapist	114.3%	$89,340	2,080
37	Instructor	113.7%	$44,350	3,990
38	Program Manager	113.6%	$72,690	4,770
39	Mental Health Worker	113.5%	$60,450	2,520
40	Medical Receptionist	113.3%	$42,110	4,840
41	Mechanical Designer	113.3%	$62,950	2,040
42	Computer Technician	113.3%	$56,680	8,260
43	X-Ray Technician	113.2%	$54,200	1,030
44	Speech-Language Pathology Internship	112.9%	$92,160	2,190
45	Electrician	112.8%	$57,470	9,110
46	Volunteer	112.4%	$40,180	9,090
47	Child Care Provider	112.3%	$25,340	20,210
48	Financial Analyst Internship	112.2%	$104,880	6,920
49	Network Technician	112.1%	$79,600	1,300
50	Roofer	112.0%	$54,380	1,310
51	Plumber	111.7%	$61,830	6,380
52	Construction Worker	111.7%	$44,670	11,350
53	Forklift Operator	111.6%	$39,760	2,690
54	Supervisor	111.5%	$43,970	5,430
55	Community Organizer	111.4%	$49,510	1,950
56	Emergency Medical Technician	111.4%	$46,320	3,610
57	Engineer	111.1%	$103,120	1,700
58	Crew Member	111.1%	$23,760	31,640
59	Student Admissions Clerk	110.9%	$41,640	1,730
60	Mechanic	110.8%	$54,410	2,660
61	Network Engineer	110.8%	$115,560	1,440
62	Valet	110.7%	$29,490	1,240
63	Animal Care Technician	110.6%	$26,570	2,930
64	Medical Records Clerk	110.5%	$48,090	1,690
65	Billing Specialist	110.2%	$46,030	6,140
66	Chemist	110.2%	$94,800	1,510
67	Dental Hygienist	110.2%	$82,920	4,230
68	Dental Assistant	109.9%	$42,630	4,200
69	Internship	109.9%	$62,680	5,210
70	Accountant	109.9%	$80,470	20,180
71	Dietitian	109.9%	$65,900	1,000
72	Fundraising Chairperson	109.8%	$61,650	1,900
73	Network Administrator	109.6%	$89,080	4,100
74	Cost Estimator	109.6%	$75,790	2,390
75	Database Administrator	109.5%	$92,420	1,620
76	Executive Chef	109.4%	$50,200	2,330
77	Vice President	109.3%	$91,640	2,120
78	Foreman	109.2%	$78,200	7,970
79	Phlebotomist	109.1%	$39,110	1,790
80	Operator	108.9%	$65,050	3,320
81	Veterinarian	108.8%	$112,510	1,240
82	Industrial Engineer	108.7%	$87,370	4,640
83	Notary Public	108.6%	$28,730	6,300
84	Assistant Manager	108.6%	$38,040	9,000
85	Public Relations	108.5%	$120,420	1,270
86	Project Manager	108.5%	$97,560	1,660
87	Stylist	108.5%	$33,980	11,150
88	Hvac Technician	108.5%	$56,750	3,850
89	Licensed Practical Nurse	108.4%	$55,720	9,590
90	Sales Representative	108.3%	$71,860	10,580
91	Property Manager	108.3%	$79,130	4,180
92	Customer Service Representative	108.3%	$40,860	32,240
93	Veterinary Technician Assistant	108.2%	$36,240	1,050
94	Detailer	108.2%	$26,960	3,950
95	Carpenter	108.1%	$53,510	16,320
96	Receptionist	108.0%	$33,440	14,290
97	Sheet Metal Mechanic	108.0%	$53,070	1,350
98	Bartender	107.9%	$23,930	8,170
99	Fitness Trainer	107.9%	$43,750	4,910
100	Nail Technician	107.9%	$22,490	2,460

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