Educational Services – Relative Sector Size and Growth
The Bureau of Labor Statistics indicates that Educational Services opportunities will grow substantially over the next several years.
Projected Growth for Main Industry Sectors
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools
Within the Education Services sector, Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools is the largest industry for the entire sector.
Educational Services
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools Industry Groups
- Health specialties teachers, postsecondary
- Postsecondary teachers, all other
- Graduate teaching assistants
- Education administrators, postsecondary
- Art, drama, and music teachers, postsecondary
- Business teachers, postsecondary
- Educational, guidance, school, and vocational counselors
- Athletic trainers
- Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary
Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary Outlook
Health specialties teachers, postsecondary is projected to be one of the largest and fastest growing occupations in the Educational Services sector.
Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary – Size and Growth
The following indicates the projected size and growth for health specialties teachers, postsecondary.
| Occupation | 2026 Projected Employment (in thousands) | 2026 Projected Percent of Subsector | Percent Employment Change (2016-2026) | Education Requirements | OJT Requirements |
| Health specialties teachers, postsecondary | 245.9 | 5.8 | 27.0 | Doctoral or professional degree | None |
Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary – Highest Proportional Concentrations by State
The following shows the states with the highest concentration of jobs, relative to the nation as a whole, for health specialties teachers, postsecondary.
| State | Employment | Employment per thousand jobs | Concentration (1=national average) | Hourly mean wage | Annual mean wage |
| North Carolina | 10,260 | 2.39 | 1.75 | NA | $137,480 |
| New York | 21,860 | 2.37 | 1.74 | NA | $123,210 |
| West Virginia | 1,600 | 2.32 | 1.70 | NA | $62,210 |
| Colorado | 5,590 | 2.19 | 1.60 | NA | $134,080 |
| Nebraska | 1,960 | 2.01 | 1.48 | NA | $88,580 |
Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary – Highest Proportional Concentrations by Metropolitan Area
The following shows the metropolitan areas with the highest concentration of jobs, relative to the nation as a whole, for health specialties teachers, postsecondary.
| Metropolitan area | Employment | Employment per thousand jobs | Concentration (1=national average) | Hourly mean wage | Annual mean wage |
| Durham-Chapel Hill, NC | 6,060 | 20.30 | 14.87 | NA | $138,110 |
| Gainesville, FL | 1,980 | 15.05 | 11.02 | NA | $141,640 |
| Madison, WI | 2,730 | 7.06 | 5.17 | NA | $77,340 |
| Philadelphia, PA Metropolitan Division | 5,410 | 5.98 | 4.38 | NA | $100,010 |
| Auburn-Opelika, AL | 300 | 5.34 | 3.91 | NA | $112,430 |
| Birmingham-Hoover, AL | 2,310 | 4.59 | 3.36 | NA | NA |
| Charleston-North Charleston, SC | 1,470 | 4.38 | 3.21 | NA | $78,350 |
| College Station-Bryan, TX | 480 | 4.26 | 3.12 | NA | $111,150 |
| Jackson, MS | 1,110 | 4.24 | 3.11 | NA | $192,550 |
| New Haven, CT | 1,100 | 4.01 | 2.94 | NA | $181,590 |
Postsecondary Teachers, All Other Outlook
Postsecondary teachers, all other is projected to be one of the largest occupations in the Educational Services sector.
Postsecondary Teachers, All Other – Size and Growth
The following indicates the projected size and growth for postsecondary teachers, all other.
| Occupation | 2026 Projected Employment (in thousands) | 2026 Projected Percent of Subsector | Percent Employment Change (2016-2026) | Education Requirements | OJT Requirements |
| Postsecondary teachers, all other | 194.6 | 4.6 | 10.4 | Doctoral or professional degree | None |
Postsecondary Teachers, All Other – Highest Proportional Concentrations by State
The following shows the states with the highest concentration of jobs, relative to the nation as a whole, for postsecondary teachers, all other.
| State | Employment | Employment per thousand jobs | Concentration (1=national average) | Hourly mean wage | Annual mean wage |
| Nebraska | 2,550 | 2.62 | 1.98 | NA | $55,460 |
| Florida | 14,970 | 1.78 | 1.34 | NA | $60,300 |
| Alabama | 3,370 | 1.75 | 1.32 | NA | $29,640 |
| Wyoming | 430 | 1.61 | 1.21 | NA | $53,310 |
| Iowa | 2,470 | 1.61 | 1.21 | NA | $68,900 |
Postsecondary Teachers, All Other – Highest Proportional Concentrations by Metropolitan Area
The following shows the metropolitan areas with the highest concentration of jobs, relative to the nation as a whole, for postsecondary teachers, all other.
| Metropolitan area | Employment | Employment per thousand jobs | Concentration (1=national average) | Hourly mean wage | Annual mean wage |
| San Luis Obispo-Paso Robles-Arroyo Grande, CA | 1,150 | 9.85 | 7.42 | NA | $80,510 |
| Tuscaloosa, AL | 540 | 5.36 | 4.04 | NA | $23,530 |
| Deltona-Daytona Beach-Ormond Beach, FL | 880 | 4.61 | 3.47 | NA | NA |
| Fresno, CA | 1,560 | 4.18 | 3.14 | NA | $71,640 |
| Cheyenne, WY | 140 | 3.05 | 2.30 | NA | $48,250 |
| San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA | 3,290 | 3.02 | 2.28 | NA | $84,490 |
| Montgomery, AL | 460 | 2.82 | 2.12 | NA | $44,640 |
| Madison, WI | 1,080 | 2.80 | 2.11 | NA | $82,360 |
| Daphne-Fairhope-Foley, AL | 190 | 2.70 | 2.04 | NA | $21,040 |
| Lakeland-Winter Haven, FL | 540 | 2.52 | 1.90 | NA | $56,410 |
Graduate Teaching Assistants Outlook
Graduate teaching assistants are projected to be one of the largest occupations in the Educational Services sector.
Graduate Teaching Assistants – Size and Growth
The following indicates the projected size and growth for graduate teaching assistants.
| Occupation | 2026 Projected Employment (in thousands) | 2026 Projected Percent of Subsector | Percent Employment Change (2016-2026) | Education Requirements | OJT Requirements |
| Graduate teaching assistants | 176.3 | 4.1 | 7.7 | Bachelor’s degree | None |
Graduate Teaching Assistants – Highest Proportional Concentrations by State
The following shows the states with the highest concentration of jobs, relative to the nation as a whole, for graduate teaching assistants.
| State | Employment | Employment per thousand jobs | Concentration (1=national average) | Hourly mean wage | Annual mean wage |
| Michigan | 12,140 | 2.84 | 2.96 | NA | $35,770 |
| Arkansas | 3,140 | 2.62 | 2.73 | NA | $21,020 |
| Hawaii | 1,390 | 2.20 | 2.29 | NA | $42,040 |
| New Mexico | 1,680 | 2.10 | 2.19 | NA | $26,410 |
| Connecticut | 3,290 | 1.99 | 2.07 | NA | NA |
Graduate Teaching Assistants – Highest Proportional Concentrations by Metropolitan Area
The following shows the metropolitan areas with the highest concentration of jobs, relative to the nation as a whole, for graduate teaching assistants.
| Metropolitan area | Employment | Employment per thousand jobs | Concentration (1=national average) | Hourly mean wage | Annual mean wage |
| College Station-Bryan, TX | 2,060 | 18.47 | 19.24 | NA | $40,770 |
| Tallahassee, FL | 2,670 | 15.82 | 16.48 | NA | $19,690 |
| El Paso, TX | 1,700 | 5.63 | 5.86 | NA | $31,410 |
| Austin-Round Rock, TX | 4,720 | 4.73 | 4.93 | NA | $36,460 |
| Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford, CT | 2,120 | 3.64 | 3.79 | NA | NA |
| Urban Honolulu, HI | 1,390 | 3.02 | 3.15 | NA | $42,040 |
| Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY | 1,260 | 2.80 | 2.92 | NA | $35,140 |
| New Haven, CT | 720 | 2.63 | 2.74 | NA | $43,870 |
| Albuquerque, NM | 910 | 2.38 | 2.48 | NA | $29,370 |
| San Diego-Carlsbad, CA | 2,920 | 2.04 | 2.13 | NA | $36,580 |
Education Administrators, Postsecondary Outlook
Education administrators, postsecondary is projected to be one of the largest occupations in the Educational Services sector.
Education Administrators, Postsecondary – Size and Growth
The following indicates the projected size and growth for education administrators, postsecondary.
| Occupation | 2026 Projected Employment (in thousands) | 2026 Projected Percent of Subsector | Percent Employment Change (2016-2026) | Education Requirements | OJT Requirements |
| Education administrators, postsecondary | 159.7 | 3.7 | 11.6 | Master’s degree | None |
Education Administrators, Postsecondary – Highest Proportional Concentrations by State
The following shows the states with the highest concentration of jobs, relative to the nation as a whole, for education administrators, postsecondary.
| State | Employment | Employment per thousand jobs | Concentration (1=national average) | Hourly mean wage | Annual mean wage |
| District of Columbia | 1,540 | 2.18 | 2.18 | $52.41 | $109,010 |
| Rhode Island | 830 | 1.74 | 1.74 | $54.50 | $113,360 |
| Iowa | 2,420 | 1.58 | 1.58 | $49.37 | $102,700 |
| Mississippi | 1,710 | 1.53 | 1.53 | $44.89 | $93,370 |
| Illinois | 8,530 | 1.44 | 1.44 | $47.95 | $99,740 |
Education Administrators, Postsecondary – Highest Proportional Concentrations by Metropolitan Area
The following shows the metropolitan areas with the highest concentration of jobs, relative to the nation as a whole, for education administrators, postsecondary.
| Metropolitan area | Employment | Employment per thousand jobs | Concentration (1=national average) | Hourly mean wage | Annual mean wage |
| Morgantown, WV | 590 | 9.11 | 9.14 | $54.64 | $113,660 |
| Auburn-Opelika, AL | 410 | 7.30 | 7.32 | $60.43 | $125,690 |
| Prescott, AZ | 290 | 4.78 | 4.79 | $37.19 | $77,350 |
| Lawrence, KS | 230 | 4.69 | 4.70 | $53.61 | $111,510 |
| Tuscaloosa, AL | 440 | 4.38 | 4.39 | $58.61 | $121,910 |
| Rome, GA | 150 | 4.17 | 4.18 | $53.36 | $110,990 |
| Ann Arbor, MI | 850 | 3.99 | 4.00 | $65.86 | $136,990 |
| Springfield, MA-CT | 1,250 | 3.81 | 3.82 | $45.79 | $95,240 |
| Hammond, LA | 130 | 3.09 | 3.10 | $38.24 | $79,540 |
| Greenville, NC | 230 | 3.04 | 3.05 | $67.64 | $140,700 |
Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary Outlook
Art, drama, and music teachers, postsecondary is projected to be one of the largest occupations in the Educational Services sector.
Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary – Size and Growth
The following indicates the projected size and growth for art, drama, and music teachers, postsecondary.
| Occupation | 2026 Projected Employment (in thousands) | 2026 Projected Percent of Subsector | Percent Employment Change (2016-2026) | Education Requirements | OJT Requirements |
| Art, drama, and music teachers, postsecondary | 106.2 | 2.5 | 11.8 | Master’s degree | None |
Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary – Highest Proportional Concentrations by State
The following shows the states with the highest concentration of jobs, relative to the nation as a whole, for art, drama, and music teachers, postsecondary.
| State | Employment | Employment per thousand jobs | Concentration (1=national average) | Hourly mean wage | Annual mean wage |
| Rhode Island | 700 | 1.47 | 2.20 | NA | $82,940 |
| Massachusetts | 5,190 | 1.47 | 2.20 | NA | $97,510 |
| Vermont | 420 | 1.39 | 2.08 | NA | $72,770 |
| New York | 10,940 | 1.19 | 1.78 | NA | $95,090 |
| Utah | 1,630 | 1.15 | 1.73 | NA | $68,180 |
Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary – Highest Proportional Concentrations by Metropolitan Area
The following shows the metropolitan areas with the highest concentration of jobs, relative to the nation as a whole, for art, drama, and music teachers, postsecondary.
| Metropolitan area | Employment | Employment per thousand jobs | Concentration (1=national average) | Hourly mean wage | Annual mean wage |
| South Bend-Mishawaka, IN-MI | 540 | 4.03 | 6.04 | NA | NA |
| Provo-Orem, UT | 780 | 3.42 | 5.12 | NA | $84,620 |
| Brockton-Bridgewater-Easton, MA NECTA Division | 270 | 3.38 | 5.07 | NA | $70,140 |
| Harrisonburg, VA | 200 | 3.12 | 4.68 | NA | NA |
| Manchester, NH | 300 | 2.67 | 4.01 | NA | NA |
| Greeley, CO | 200 | 2.11 | 3.16 | NA | $62,450 |
| Philadelphia, PA Metropolitan Division | 1,810 | 2.00 | 3.00 | NA | $81,790 |
| Dutchess County-Putnam County, NY Metropolitan Division | 270 | 1.95 | 2.92 | NA | $105,140 |
| Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA NECTA Division | 3,440 | 1.87 | 2.81 | NA | $99,930 |
| Boulder, CO | 320 | 1.80 | 2.70 | NA | $65,440 |
Business Teachers, Postsecondary Outlook
Business teachers, postsecondary is projected to be one of the largest occupations in the Educational Services sector.
Business Teachers, Postsecondary – Size and Growth
The following indicates the projected size and growth for business teachers, postsecondary.
| Occupation | 2026 Projected Employment (in thousands) | 2026 Projected Percent of Subsector | Percent Employment Change (2016-2026) | Education Requirements | OJT Requirements |
| Business teachers, postsecondary | 99.7 | 2.3 | 22.3 | Doctoral or professional degree | None |
Business Teachers, Postsecondary – Highest Proportional Concentrations by State
The following shows the states with the highest concentration of jobs, relative to the nation as a whole, for business teachers, postsecondary.
| State | Employment | Employment per thousand jobs | Concentration (1=national average) | Hourly mean wage | Annual mean wage |
| District of Columbia | 1,590 | 2.24 | 3.79 | NA | $121,350 |
| Alaska | 400 | 1.27 | 2.15 | NA | $95,310 |
| Massachusetts | 4,050 | 1.15 | 1.94 | NA | $137,580 |
| Pennsylvania | 6,190 | 1.07 | 1.81 | NA | $84,380 |
| West Virginia | 660 | 0.96 | 1.62 | NA | $71,580 |
Business Teachers, Postsecondary – Highest Proportional Concentrations by Metropolitan Area
The following shows the metropolitan areas with the highest concentration of jobs, relative to the nation as a whole, for business teachers, postsecondary.
| Metropolitan area | Employment | Employment per thousand jobs | Concentration (1=national average) | Hourly mean wage | Annual mean wage |
| Ithaca, NY | 230 | 4.60 | 7.77 | NA | $178,250 |
| Chattanooga, TN-GA | 740 | 3.06 | 5.17 | NA | $53,770 |
| Harrisonburg, VA | 180 | 2.77 | 4.69 | NA | NA |
| South Bend-Mishawaka, IN-MI | 330 | 2.47 | 4.18 | NA | NA |
| Valdosta, GA | 120 | 2.23 | 3.77 | NA | $60,300 |
| Philadelphia, PA Metropolitan Division | 2,020 | 2.23 | 3.77 | NA | $95,280 |
| Flagstaff, AZ | 140 | 2.23 | 3.77 | NA | $68,280 |
| New Haven, CT | 600 | 2.19 | 3.69 | NA | NA |
| Brockton-Bridgewater-Easton, MA NECTA Division | 160 | 1.99 | 3.36 | NA | NA |
| Manchester, NH | 210 | 1.87 | 3.15 | NA | $92,670 |
Educational, Guidance, School, and Vocational Counselors Outlook
Educational, guidance, school, and vocational counselors are projected to be one of the largest occupations in the Educational Services sector.
Educational, Guidance, School, and Vocational Counselors – Size and Growth
The following indicates the projected size and growth for educational, guidance, school, and vocational counselors.
| Occupation | 2026 Projected Employment (in thousands) | 2026 Projected Percent of Subsector | Percent Employment Change (2016-2026) | Education Requirements | OJT Requirements |
| Educational, guidance, school, and vocational counselors | 91.5 | 2.1 | 22.1 | Master’s degree | None |
Educational, Guidance, School, and Vocational Counselors – Highest Proportional Concentrations by State
The following shows the states with the highest concentration of jobs, relative to the nation as a whole, for educational, guidance, school, and vocational counselors.
| State | Employment | Employment per thousand jobs | Concentration (1=national average) | Hourly mean wage | Annual mean wage |
| Vermont | 940 | 3.07 | 1.61 | $25.85 | $53,770 |
| Connecticut | 4,780 | 2.89 | 1.52 | $31.21 | $64,910 |
| Arizona | 7,760 | 2.87 | 1.51 | $25.56 | $53,160 |
| Hawaii | 1,590 | 2.52 | 1.32 | $27.28 | $56,750 |
| Georgia | 10,770 | 2.50 | 1.31 | $26.66 | $55,450 |
Educational, Guidance, School, and Vocational Counselors – Highest Proportional Concentrations by Metropolitan Area
The following shows the metropolitan areas with the highest concentration of jobs, relative to the nation as a whole, for educational, guidance, school, and vocational counselors.
| Metropolitan area | Employment | Employment per thousand jobs | Concentration (1=national average) | Hourly mean wage | Annual mean wage |
| Ithaca, NY | 480 | 9.48 | 4.98 | $33.77 | $70,240 |
| Columbia, MO | 600 | 6.47 | 3.40 | $21.53 | $44,790 |
| Athens-Clarke County, GA | 540 | 6.26 | 3.29 | $23.21 | $48,270 |
| College Station-Bryan, TX | 610 | 5.49 | 2.89 | $23.71 | $49,320 |
| Auburn-Opelika, AL | 310 | 5.46 | 2.87 | $24.31 | $50,570 |
| Flagstaff, AZ | 330 | 5.45 | 2.86 | $18.55 | $38,580 |
| Corvallis, OR | 170 | 4.80 | 2.52 | $23.67 | $49,230 |
| Carbondale-Marion, IL | 240 | 4.57 | 2.40 | $18.32 | $38,100 |
| Lafayette-West Lafayette, IN | 420 | 4.55 | 2.39 | $23.26 | $48,380 |
| Provo-Orem, UT | 940 | 4.09 | 2.15 | $20.65 | $42,940 |
Athletic Trainers Outlook
Athletic trainers are projected to be one of the fastest growing occupations in the Educational Services sector.
Athletic Trainers – Size and Growth
The following indicates the projected size and growth for athletic trainers.
| Occupation | 2026 Projected Employment (in thousands) | 2026 Projected Percent of Subsector | Percent Employment Change (2016-2026) | Education Requirements | OJT Requirements |
| Athletic trainers | 9.0 | 0.2 | 33.9 | Bachelor’s degree | None |
Athletic Trainers – Highest Proportional Concentrations by State
The following shows the states with the highest concentration of jobs, relative to the nation as a whole, for athletic trainers.
| State | Employment | Employment per thousand jobs | Concentration (1=national average) | Hourly mean wage | Annual mean wage |
| New Hampshire | 230 | 0.36 | 2.03 | NA | $49,020 |
| South Dakota | 120 | 0.30 | 1.69 | NA | $44,130 |
| Maine | 180 | 0.30 | 1.68 | NA | $40,630 |
| Wisconsin | 810 | 0.29 | 1.64 | NA | $49,830 |
| Hawaii | 190 | 0.29 | 1.68 | NA | $55,850 |
Athletic Trainers – Highest Proportional Concentrations by Metropolitan Area
The following shows the metropolitan areas with the highest concentration of jobs, relative to the nation as a whole, for athletic trainers.
| Metropolitan area | Employment | Employment per thousand jobs | Concentration (1=national average) | Hourly mean wage | Annual mean wage |
| Fond du Lac, WI | 40 | 0.82 | 4.67 | NA | $50,660 |
| State College, PA | 50 | 0.76 | 4.31 | NA | NA |
| Auburn-Opelika, AL | 40 | 0.75 | 4.29 | NA | $44,800 |
| Manchester, NH | 80 | 0.71 | 4.05 | NA | $47,870 |
| Harrisonburg, VA | 50 | 0.71 | 4.05 | NA | $46,030 |
| Blacksburg-Christiansburg-Radford, VA | 40 | 0.65 | 3.69 | NA | $41,110 |
| Tuscaloosa, AL | 60 | 0.62 | 3.51 | NA | $44,090 |
| Charlottesville, VA | 70 | 0.62 | 3.53 | NA | $42,670 |
| Wheeling, WV-OH | 40 | 0.61 | 3.47 | NA | $55,580 |
| Clarksville, TN-KY | 50 | 0.60 | 3.44 | NA | $41,900 |
Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary Outlook
Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary are projected to be one of the fastest growing occupations in the Educational Services sector.
Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary – Size and Growth
The following indicates the projected size and growth for nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary.
| Occupation | 2026 Projected Employment (in thousands) | 2026 Projected Percent of Subsector | Percent Employment Change (2016-2026) | Education Requirements | OJT Requirements |
| Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary | 51.5 | 1.2 | 28.2 | Master’s degree | None |
Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary – Highest Proportional Concentrations by State
The following shows the states with the highest concentration of jobs, relative to the nation as a whole, for nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary.
| State | Employment | Employment per thousand jobs | Concentration (1=national average) | Hourly mean wage | Annual mean wage |
| Alabama | 1,490 | 0.77 | 1.98 | NA | $63,940 |
| District of Columbia | 530 | 0.75 | 1.92 | NA | $150,560 |
| West Virginia | 490 | 0.71 | 1.83 | NA | $63,110 |
| Nebraska | 630 | 0.65 | 1.67 | NA | $69,190 |
| Delaware | 280 | 0.63 | 1.61 | NA | $81,350 |
Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary – Highest Proportional Concentrations by Metropolitan Area
The following shows the metropolitan areas with the highest concentration of jobs, relative to the nation as a whole, for nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary.
| Metropolitan area | Employment | Employment per thousand jobs | Concentration (1=national average) | Hourly mean wage | Annual mean wage |
| Philadelphia, PA Metropolitan Division | 1,490 | 1.65 | 4.24 | NA | $87,630 |
| Muncie, IN | 70 | 1.44 | 3.71 | NA | $65,880 |
| Mankato-North Mankato, MN | 70 | 1.39 | 3.55 | NA | NA |
| Bangor, ME | 90 | 1.35 | 3.47 | NA | $54,210 |
| Williamsport, PA | 70 | 1.32 | 3.39 | NA | $81,390 |
| Utica-Rome, NY | 160 | 1.31 | 3.37 | NA | $70,130 |
| Odessa, TX | 80 | 1.24 | 3.17 | NA | $89,680 |
| Johnstown, PA | 60 | 1.23 | 3.16 | NA | $60,540 |
| Portland-South Portland, ME | 250 | 1.22 | 3.13 | NA | NA |
| Lafayette-West Lafayette, IN | 110 | 1.22 | 3.13 | NA | $80,050 |
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