Wyoming Labor Force Trends

November 2024

The November 2024 issue of Trends includes the following articles: 

• Identifying In-Demand Occupations in Wyoming
  • By setting a minimum of 100 total projected annual openings over the next 10 years and a wage of at least $21.07, Research & Planning was able to identify 36 in-demand occupations. This article provides employment and wage data for these occupations, along with the education, experience, and training typically required to enter each occupation.
• Labor Market Churn in the U.S. Mining & Logging Sector
  • This article uses data from the Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey (JOLTS), which is conducted by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). It focuses on the U.S. mining & logging sector and compares it to total employment. 

The November 2024 issue of Wyoming Labor Force Trends is available at https://doe.state.wy.us/LMI/trends/1124/toc.htm.

Back issues of Trends can be found at https://doe.state.wy.us/lmi/BACKISS.HTM.

Dive deep into the dynamics of Wyoming’s workforce with the Wyoming Department of Workforce Services’ Labor Force Trends, a monthly publication from our Research & Planning division. Each issue offers a thorough analysis of current trends, providing valuable insights into employment patterns, industry growth, and economic shifts affecting the state. Stay informed on the factors driving Wyoming’s labor market and gain a competitive edge with data-driven insights and expert commentary. Whether you’re a business leader, policy maker, or simply interested in the state’s economic health, Labor Force Trends is your go-to resource for understanding the evolving workforce landscape. Sign up here to have Labor Force Trends delivered straight to your mailbox.