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Job outlook for energy consultants in the United States
Energy consultant job growth summary. After extensive research, interviews, and analysis, Zippia's data science team found that:
The projected energy consultant job growth rate is 4% from 2018-2028.
About 63,300 new jobs for energy consultants are projected over the next decade.
Energy consultant salaries have increased 9% for energy consultants in the last 5 years.
There are over 11,282 energy consultants currently employed in the United States.
There are 17,538 active energy consultant job openings in the US.
The average energy consultant salary is $81,907.
Are energy consultant jobs in demand?
Energy consultant job and salary trends over time
Energy consultant jobs over time
Energy consultant job growth rate over time
| Year | # of jobs | % of population |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 11,282 | 0.00% |
| 2020 | 3,686 | 0.00% |
| 2019 | 10,008 | 0.00% |
| 2018 | 11,613 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | 10,965 | 0.00% |
Average energy consultant salary over time
Energy consultant salary by year
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $81,907 | $39.38 | +4.0% |
| 2024 | $78,789 | $37.88 | +2.4% |
| 2023 | $76,944 | $36.99 | +0.7% |
| 2022 | $76,376 | $36.72 | +1.4% |
| 2021 | $75,318 | $36.21 | +1.3% |
Energy consultant jobs by state
Most common states for energy consultants
| Rank | State | Population | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | South Dakota | 869,666 | 178 | 20% |
| 2 | District of Columbia | 693,972 | 82 | 12% |
| 3 | Alabama | 4,874,747 | 555 | 11% |
| 4 | Oklahoma | 3,930,864 | 446 | 11% |
| 5 | Mississippi | 2,984,100 | 272 | 9% |
| 6 | Massachusetts | 6,859,819 | 241 | 4% |
| 7 | New Hampshire | 1,342,795 | 48 | 4% |
| 8 | Rhode Island | 1,059,639 | 39 | 4% |
| 9 | Vermont | 623,657 | 28 | 4% |
| 10 | Oregon | 4,142,776 | 136 | 3% |
| 11 | Connecticut | 3,588,184 | 108 | 3% |
| 12 | Montana | 1,050,493 | 32 | 3% |
| 13 | Delaware | 961,939 | 26 | 3% |
| 14 | North Dakota | 755,393 | 19 | 3% |
| 15 | Wyoming | 579,315 | 18 | 3% |
| 16 | California | 39,536,653 | 750 | 2% |
| 17 | New York | 19,849,399 | 307 | 2% |
| 18 | New Jersey | 9,005,644 | 181 | 2% |
| 19 | Nevada | 2,998,039 | 49 | 2% |
| 20 | New Mexico | 2,088,070 | 34 | 2% |
Most common cities for energy consultants
| Rank | City | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl | Avg. salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Burlington | 4 | 16% | $87,628 |
| 2 | San Fernando | 2 | 8% | $103,177 |
| 3 | Pittsfield | 2 | 5% | $88,193 |
| 4 | Redlands | 2 | 3% | $101,908 |
| 5 | Algonquin | 1 | 3% | $74,563 |
| 6 | Ann Arbor | 3 | 2% | $89,976 |
| 7 | Stamford | 3 | 2% | $80,613 |
| 8 | Washington | 5 | 1% | $97,916 |
| 9 | Atlanta | 4 | 1% | $84,512 |
| 10 | Boston | 4 | 1% | $87,842 |
| 11 | Orlando | 2 | 1% | $76,378 |
| 12 | Alhambra | 1 | 1% | $102,649 |
| 13 | Chicago | 9 | 0% | $74,792 |
| 14 | Los Angeles | 4 | 0% | $102,766 |
| 15 | San Francisco | 4 | 0% | $109,146 |
| 16 | Denver | 2 | 0% | $80,868 |
| 17 | Fresno | 2 | 0% | $106,938 |
Energy Consultant job outlook: Expert opinions
Our panel of energy consultant experts
University of South Florida
Lorain County Community College
Emory Oxford College
Temple University
What general advice would you give to an Energy Consultant?
Maritza Jauregui Ph.D.: Sustainability Specialist is a fairly new type of position, so individuals who like routine, are not good communicators, are not independent, or prefer a lot of training at the workplace will not like this position. What most individuals like about this job is the feeling of making a difference and changing companies for the better from within.
What will help Energy Consultants increase their earning potential?
Joseph Dorsey Ph.D.: There are many positions out there in the public, private and non-profit sectors for Sustainability Officers, Sustainability Managers, Sustainability Coordinators, Sustainability Planners, and Sustainability Consultants. But not all sustainability related jobs have “sustainability” in the title. Jobs that focus on environment, resiliency, green technology, renewable energy, water management, food systems, climate, biodiversity, tourism, transportation, public health, and policy implementation, among others, could have sustainability components that can assure a long-term career in the field. I often tell my students that the jobs in sustainability that they seek may not exist yet, but once they have the appropriate education, training, and skills to address certain problems in the future, they’ll either create the position themselves or the position will appear in the job market due to timeliness and relevant necessity.
Tammy Bosley Ph.D.
Assistant Professor, Program Coordinator for Communication StudiesLorain County Community College
Arts & Humanities Division
What are the biggest trends we'll see in the Energy Consultant job market given the pandemic?
Tammy Bosley Ph.D.: I think that many employees will continue to work from home post-pandemic. During COVID-19, people worked effectively at home, and in many instances, were more productive than when they were physically at the office. Employers will likely consider if they should pay for office space when their employees can do their jobs at home. If the traditional office space does become obsolete, employees will have to reimagine their home offices to promote a professional environment for digital platforms. They'll also have to work harder at making connections with others. High tech requires high touch. In other words, when we rely on computer-mediated communication, we need to interact more to establish relationships. Improving and maintaining digital communication skills will be essential as employees navigate their post-pandemic careers.
Are there any particularly good places in the United States for Energy Consultants to find work opportunities?
Christopher Blake Ph.D.: If you had asked me last year, I would say that several places a graduate could find ample work opportunities. Any city with a Federal Reserve Branch Bank is a safe bet for those interested in public policy. The private sector is always looking for qualified economists to help with data analysis, modeling, and strategy. While there is still decent demand for those with strong communication, modeling, and data skills, the movement to more remote work makes it more likely a graduate can find a job anywhere. This may be one of the few positives from this job market cycle, relative to last year's, as there will be many jobs that no longer ask that one moves to the job's physical location.
Digital "places" are then perhaps more critical. For academic and research jobs, always keep an eye on the Job Openings for Economists list through the American Economic Association website (https://www.aeaweb.org/joe/listings?). A handful of other sites are devoted to academic and research jobs, though these are used less frequently (EconJobMarket comes to mind: https://econjobmarket.org/). Outside of academic and research positions, the world is truly your oyster - as they say. Remaining active on job boards, LinkedIn, and other social media platforms, and even checking specific large company websites can all prove valuable sources to find work opportunities. There will always be a demand for strong candidates who can understand the plethora of data collected these days.
Are there any particularly good places in the United States for Energy Consultants to find work opportunities?
Elizabeth Gordon: Almost every type of organization, whether a corporation, a non-profit, or a government entity, needs an accountant. So, there will be opportunities for accounting majors throughout the United States. Regions that are growing will be particularly good places in the United States to find work opportunities after graduation.