Top 5 Industries That Are Hiring Right Now

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1. Healthcare and Social Assistance

Job Openings: 1,713,000

The health care and social assistance industry, which includes ambulatory health care services, hospitals, nursing and residential care facilities, and social assistance, plays a pertinent role in the US economy. As of December 2023, the industry employs over 21.8 million people, with an unemployment rate of 2.2%. Notably, job openings stand at 1.62 million, reflecting the industry’s continuous demand for skilled workers. Home health aides, with 3.4 million employees, highlight that a major portion of the workforce is dedicated to patient care. In terms of earnings, the average hourly wage across the industry is $33.86. It is the top industry hiring right now.

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