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U.S. Economy to Add 5.2 Million Jobs by 2034

12/1/2025

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The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) projects the U.S. economy will add 5.2 million jobs from 2024 to 2034.
Total employment grows by 3.1% over the period.
The aging population drives 8.4% growth in the health care and social assistance sector.
Fast-growing roles include nurse practitioners (40%), data scientists (34%), information security analysts (29%), medical and health services managers (23%), and physical therapist assistants (22%).

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Story summary

The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) projects the U.S. economy will add 5.2 million jobs from 2024 to 2034.
Total employment grows by 3.1% over the period.
The aging population drives 8.4% growth in the health care and social assistance sector.
Fast-growing roles include nurse practitioners (40%), data scientists (34%), information security analysts (29%), medical and health services managers (23%), and physical therapist assistants (22%).