Explore Wake County’s dynamic workforce through key statistics, including labor force trends, employment rates, and industry-specific job data.
Workforce Statistics
A Closer Look at Wake County’s Workforce
2024 Job Numbers
Wake County Jobs by Industry
| Industry (Grouped by NAICS) | Job Numbers |
|---|---|
| Government | 95,146 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 84,156 |
| Healthcare and Social Assistance | 80,633 |
| Retail Trade | 67,206 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 59,136 |
| Administrative Support | 53,526 |
| Construction | 50,789 |
| Finance and Insurance | 30,855 |
| Manufacturing | 24,384 |
| Real Estate | 15,517 |
Wake County Labor Statistics
Wake County Jobs by Occupation
| Occupation (Grouped by SOC) | Job Numbers |
|---|---|
| Office and Administrative Support | 80,173 |
| Sales | 71,547 |
| Business and Financial Operations | 62,277 |
| Food Preparation and Serving Related | 58,433 |
| Management | 54,748 |
| Transportation and Material Moving | 53,536 |
| Computer and Mathematical Roles | 39,726 |
| Healthcare Practitioners | 39,651 |
| Educational Instruction | 36,772 |
| Construction Operators | 34,273 |
