Priority Occupations

The GWB reviews projected annual openings and median wage rates within Rhode Island's twenty-two (22) major occupational groups, as well as talent output from education and training providers, to help guide strategic investments.

The most current analyses are available below.

2024 Areas of Identified Undersupply.pdf PDF file, less than 1

2023 Rhode Island Occupational Cluster Analysis PDF file, less than 1

Appendix A - Statewide Current Employment & Wage Rates by Occupation PDF file, less than 1

Appendix B - Statewide Projected Annual Job Openings by Occupation PDF file, less than 1

Appendix C - Statewide School Transportation Regions PDF file, less than 1

Appendix D - CTE Programs by Occupational Cluster & School Transportation Region Excel file, less than 1