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The Future of the Trades: Research Webinar
The numbers are in, and they tell a powerful story. We recently hosted a deep-dive webinar to unveil our first round of trades research—analyzing over 11,000 data points tied to seven key trades (construction, welding, carpenters, mechanics, HVAC, plumbing and electricians) to map out the challenges and opportunities facing the skilled workforce. If you missed the live session, don’t worry! We’ve made the full Research Webinar Presentation Deck available for download. Why This Research Matters With a projected $325 billion workforce gap looming over the industry, understanding the data is the first step toward a solution. Our research highlights: Get … Read more
Projected Trade Job Openings By State
The Trade Gap Map: Which U.S. States are Facing the Sharpest Workforce Shortages? The skilled trades crisis isn’t a distant threat—it’s a local reality. While the entire country feels the pinch, new research shows that the “severity” of the trades gap varies wildly depending on where you live. The Volume vs. Severity Divide When looking at the numbers, we have to distinguish between total job volume and workforce severity. Note that despite the variances in the level of severity, there is a workforce challenge apparent in every state across the nation. Why Severity Matters In states like Utah or Mississippi, … Read more
Projected Job Openings by Trade
From Wires to Pipes: Which Skilled Trades are Hitting the Breaking Point? The math of the modern workforce is broken: for every five tradespeople retiring, only two are entering the trades. This 5-to-2 deficit is creating a “perfect storm” across seven critical trade industry roles: Construction, Electrician, Mechanics, Plumbers, Welders, Carpenters, HVAC. The SEVEN TRADES: By the Numbers Construction holds the largest total volume of unfilled roles, but it isn’t the only trade in trouble. Here is the breakdown of the projected gap for the seven trades analyzed in our first round of research (more research to come!): Trade Projected … Read more
The Economic Impact of the Projected Trades Jobs Deficit Nationally
The $326 Billion Cost of Silence: The National Economic Impact of the Trades Shortage If we don’t change the trajectory of the skilled trades, the American economy is headed for a $326 Billion hit to its GDP. Currently, the trades are a massive engine, supporting 5.6 Million direct jobs and contributing nearly $1.3 Trillion in total output. But that engine is running out of fuel. If the 25% projected gap in trades jobs is not filled, the “lost opportunity” cost is staggering. The Cost of the Gap The deficit isn’t just about “missing workers”—it’s about missing prosperity. If we fail … Read more
National Trades Jobs Report
25% Of Trades Jobs Researched Projected to be Open By 2030 Rebuilding America: Reviving The Trades and The Economy – The Backbone of the Nation The skilled trades form the backbone of America’s economy, powering the infrastructure, industries, and services that keep communities growing and the nation moving forward. Currently, seven essential trades support 5.6 million jobs directly and 11.1 million jobs overall across the United States. These workers generate $521.3 billion in direct economic activity and contribute $284.2 billion in tax revenue. But if these positions go unfilled, the nation could lose an estimated $325.6 million in economic impact … Read more
New England Trades Jobs Research
Trade jobs across the country are projected to have 25% vacancy by 2030. What happens if we fail to close the gap in the New England area of the United States, including Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut and Rhode Island? Projected Skilled Worker Gap in New England by State 25% Of Trades Jobs Researched Projected to be Open By 2030 Rebuilding America: Reviving The Trades and The Economy – The Backbone of the Nation Learn More about the National Trades Jobs Research Study Results.
East North Central Trades Jobs Research
Trade jobs across the country are projected to have 25% vacancy by 2030. What happens if we fail to close the gap in the East North Central area of the United States, including Wisconsin, Illinois, Michigan, Ohio, Indiana? Projected Skilled Worker Gap in East North Central United States by State 25% Of Trades Jobs Researched Projected to be Open By 2030 Rebuilding America: Reviving The Trades and The Economy – The Backbone of the Nation Learn More about the National Trades Jobs Research Study Results.
East South Central Trades Jobs Research
Trade jobs across the country are projected to have 25% vacancy by 2030. What happens if we fail to close the gap in the East South Central area of the United States, including Kentucky, Tennessee, Mississippi, and Alabama? Projected Skilled Worker Gap in the East South Central area by State 25% Of Trades Jobs Researched Projected to be Open By 2030 Rebuilding America: Reviving The Trades and The Economy – The Backbone of the Nation Learn More about the National Trades Jobs Research Study Results.
Middle Atlantic Trades Jobs Research
Trade jobs across the country are projected to have 25% vacancy by 2030. What happens if we fail to close the gap in the Middle Atlantic area of the United States, including Pennsylvania, New York and New Jersey? Projected Skilled Worker Gap in Middle Atlantic by State 25% Of Trades Jobs Researched Projected to be Open By 2030 Rebuilding America: Reviving The Trades and The Economy – The Backbone of the Nation Learn More about the National Trades Jobs Research Study Results.
Mountain Trade Jobs Research
Trade jobs across the country are projected to have 25% vacancy by 2030. What happens if we fail to close the gap in the Mountain area of the United States, including Arizona, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, Utah and Wyoming? Projected Skilled Worker Gap in the Mountain Area by State 25% Of Trades Jobs Researched Projected to be Open By 2030 Rebuilding America: Reviving The Trades and The Economy – The Backbone of the Nation Learn More about the National Trades Jobs Research Study Results.
Pacific Trades Jobs Research
Trade jobs across the country are projected to have 25% vacancy by 2030. What happens if we fail to close the gap in the Pacific area of the United States, including California, Washington, Oregon, Hawaii, and Alaska? Projected Skilled Worker Gap in New England by State 25% Of Trades Jobs Researched Projected to be Open By 2030 Rebuilding America: Reviving The Trades and The Economy – The Backbone of the Nation Learn More about the National Trades Jobs Research Study Results.
South Atlantic Trades Job Research
Trade jobs across the country are projected to have 25% vacancy by 2030. What happens if we fail to close the gap in the South Atlantic area of the United States, including Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Maryland, North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, West Virginia? Projected Skilled Worker Gap in The South Atlantic Area by State 25% Of Trades Jobs Researched Projected to be Open By 2030 Rebuilding America: Reviving The Trades and The Economy – The Backbone of the Nation Learn More about the National Trades Jobs Research Study Results.
West North Central Trades Jobs Research
Trade jobs across the country are projected to have 25% vacancy by 2030. What happens if we fail to close the gap in the West North Central area of the United States, including Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota? Projected Skilled Worker Gap in the West North Central Area by State 25% Of Trades Jobs Researched Projected to be Open By 2030 Rebuilding America: Reviving The Trades and The Economy – The Backbone of the Nation Learn More about the National Trades Jobs Research Study Results.
West South Central Trade Jobs Research
Trade jobs across the country are projected to have 25% vacancy by 2030. What happens if we fail to close the gap in the West South Central area of the United States, including Arkansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, and Texas? Projected Skilled Worker Gap in The West South Central Area by State 25% Of Trades Jobs Researched Projected to be Open By 2030 Rebuilding America: Reviving The Trades and The Economy – The Backbone of the Nation Learn More about the National Trades Jobs Research Study Results.
Research Methodology
How We Measured the Trade Gap To understand the true economic weight of the skilled trades, we conducted a rigorous analysis across all 50 states and the District of Columbia. Our goal was to move beyond anecdotes and provide a data-driven look at how workforce shortages impact the American economy. 1. Defining the Scope We focused our research on seven core essential trades: 2. The Data Foundation We built our model using three primary data “pillars” to ensure accuracy: 3. The Economic Engine (IMPLAN) To calculate how these jobs affect the broader economy, we utilized IMPLAN, the gold standard in … Read more
