Know the Job Market

Prepared job seekers know the needs and trends of the job market. Knowledge of general and detailed labor market information including wages, occupational and industry trends, market conditions, and economic information contribute to a successful job search.

Know the Job Market - Related Links

  • Georgia LaborMarket Explorer
    Link to this dynamic and interactive information system that contains a wide range of information about the labor market and economic conditions for Georgia and local areas.
  • Georgia's Hot Careers
    Statewide listing of careers that will have fast job growth, high wages, and at least 100 annual openings during the next ten years. (PDF)
  • Georgia's STEM Careers
    Access a listing of several Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) occupations in Georgia with the knowledge, education, wage, and projected annual openings associated with them. (PDF)
  • Occupational Wages
    Access information by specific geographic areas. Also access statewide information by Education and Training Level, Alphabetical Listing, Standard Occupational Classification (SOC), or Occupational Education and Training Code.
  • Occupational Outlook
    Statewide and local area short- and long-term projections, including fastest growing occupations, occupations with the most annual openings, and occupations by education and training level required.
  • Georgia Jobs: Short-term Employment Projections
    Short-term outlook is compiled each year and is a two-year occupational forecast. Due to confidentiality rules, some occupations are not listed. (PDF)
  • Georgia Workforce – Long-term Employment Trends
    View or print this publication which provides a comprehensive look at the changing trends in the population, labor force, industries and occupations over the next ten years in Georgia. (PDF)
  • Industry Outlook
    Statewide and local area short-term and long-term industry forecast, including growing and declining industries and rate of growth and decline.
  • Local Area Profiles
    View comprehensive information, including industry mix, income, and occupational profiles, for each of Georgia's 159 counties and surrounding areas.
  • Licensed and Certified Occupations in Georgia
    This publication lists specific information, including required examinations, about occupations that require licensing or certification in Georgia. (PDF)
  • CareerOneStop
    Use this workforce development portal to connect to relevant links, resources, and services for job seekers, employers, and workforce professionals.
  • CareerOneStop for Students and Advisors
    Use GetMyFuture to explore career and education options, and the skills and education needed to get jobs in high growth, high demand, and green occupations.