LOCAL WORKFORCE INVESTMENT AREAS
SHORT-TERM INDUSTRY AND OCCUPATIONAL PROJECTIONS
2014-2016
Asa Hutchinson, Governor
State of Arkansas
Daryl Bassett, Director
Department of Workforce Services
Published By:
Department of Workforce Services
Labor Market Information
Occupational Career Information
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Except for ranking tables, the projections contained in this publication are summary level. To find a more detailed industry or occupation, go to the Labor Market
Information Library at http://www.discover.arkansas.gov.
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Table of
Contents
Explanation of Industry Projections Data
Explanation of Occupational Projections Data
Definition of Important Terms
Methodology
Total Employment Projections by Workforce Investment Area
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Percent Growth of Total Employment
by Workforce Investment Area (Chart)
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Local Workforce Investment Areas
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Northwest Arkansas Workforce Investment Area Profile
2014-2016 Industry Projections by Major Division
Industry Rankings
2014-2016 Occupational Projections by Major Group
Occupational Rankings
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North Central Arkansas Workforce Investment Area Profile …………………………………….18
2014-2016 Industry Projections by Major Division
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Industry Rankings
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2014-2016 Occupational Projections by Major Group
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Occupational Rankings
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Northeast Arkansas Workforce Investment Area Profile
2014-2016 Industry Projections by Major Division
Industry Rankings
2014-2016 Occupational Projections by Major Group
Occupational Rankings
Western Arkansas Workforce Investment Area Profile
2014-2016 Industry Projections by Major Division
Industry Rankings
2014-2016 Occupational Projections by Major Group
Occupational Rankings
West Central Arkansas Workforce Investment Area Profile
2014-2016 Industry Projections by Major Division
Industry Rankings
2014-2016 Occupational Projections by Major Group
Occupational Rankings
Central Arkansas Workforce Investment Area Profile
2014-2016 Industry Projections by Major Division
Industry Rankings
2014-2016 Occupational Projections by Major Group
Occupational Rankings
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City of Little Rock Workforce Investment Area Profile
2014-2016 Industry Projections by Major Division
Industry Rankings
2014-2016 Occupational Projections by Major Group
Occupational Rankings
Eastern Arkansas Workforce Investment Area Profile
2014-2016 Industry Projections by Major Division
Industry Rankings
2014-2016 Occupational Projections by Major Group
Occupational Rankings
Southwest Arkansas Workforce Investment Area Profile
2014-2016 Industry Projections by Major Division
Industry Rankings
2014-2016 Occupational Projections by Major Group
Occupational Rankings
Southeast Arkansas Workforce Investment Area Profile
2014-2016 Industry Projections by Major Division
Industry Rankings
2014-2016 Occupational Projections by Major Group
Occupational Rankings
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EXPLANATION OF INDUSTRY PROJECTIONS DATA
LOCAL WORKFORCE INVESTMENT AREAS
2014-2016
NAICS Title
2014
Estimated
Employment
2016
Projected
Employment
Indu str y t it le ac cor di ng to
the Nor th A mer ica n
Indu str y Cl as si fi cat ion
Sy st em ( N AI C S) T it le and
Cod in g Str uct ure
An es ti mat e
of t he num ber
of job s in an
ind ustr y in
2014
The p roj ec ted
numb er o f job s
exp ect ed to be in
an ind ustr y in
2016
NAICS
Code
Indu str y cod e a cc ord ing to the N orth
Am eri can In du stry C la ss if i cat ion Sy ste m
(N AI C S) T itl e a nd Co di ng Str uc ture
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
Tota l n umb er o f
job s a n ind ust ry is
exp ect ed to ga in
or l ose o ver the
2014 to 20 16
peri od
Per ce nt cha nge i n
the num ber of
job s in an ind us try
over th e 2 014 to
2016 per io d
EXPLANATION OF OCCUPATIONAL PROJECTIONS DATA
LOCAL WORKFORCE INVESTMENT AREAS
2014-2016
SOC
Code
The occupational code
based on the Standard
Occupational
Classification (SOC)
Coding and Title
Structure
SOC Title
The
occupational
title based on
the Standard
Occupational
Classification
(SOC) Coding
and Title
Structure
2014
Estimated
Employment
2016
Projected
Employment
An estimate
of the number
of jobs in an
occupation
in 2014
The projected
number of
jobs expected
to be in an
occupation
in 2016
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
Annual
OpeningsGrowth
Annual
OpeningsReplacement
Total number
Percent change in Average number of Average number of
of jobs an
the number
annual job openings annual job openings
occupation
of jobs in an
expected to
expected to be
is expected to gain occupation over the be created during available during the
or lose over the
2014 to 2016
the projection
projection period due
2014
period
period due to
to the need to replace
to 2016
employment growth workers who leave the
period
occupation
Total
Annual
Openings
Average number of
annual job openings
expected to be
available during the
projection period due
to employment growth
and replacements
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Definition of
Important Terms
Base Employment – The average number of jobs in a particular industry or occupation during the benchmark year or quarter.
Current Employment Statistics (CES) – A monthly survey of business establishments that provides estimates of employment,
hours, and earnings data by industry for the nation as a whole, all states, and most major metropolitan areas.
Employment – The number of jobs in a business or firm at any given time.
Establishment – The physical location of a certain economic activity, for example, a factory, mine, store, or office. Generally, a
single establishment produces a single good or provides a single service.
Fastest Growing – Refers to percent growth. The higher the percent growth, the faster an industry or occupation is growing.
Industry – A group of establishments that produce similar products or provide similar services.
Metropolitan Statistical Area – A county or group of contiguous counties that contains an urban center of at least 50,000
residents and has a high degree of economic and social ties.
Net Growth – The difference between projected employment and base employment.
North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) – A system used in assigning industry-designated code numbers to
employers and/or establishments based on the nature of their activities, services rendered, or products delivered. It was established
by the U.S. Office of Management and Budget and is used by all agencies for data compilation.
Occupation – A set of activities that employees are paid to perform; employees who perform the same tasks are in the same
occupation, whether or not they are in the same industry.
Occupational Employment Statistics (OES) – A federal/state cooperative program that produces employment and wage
estimates for over 800 occupations. These are estimates of the number of people employed in certain occupations and estimates of
the wages paid to them. The estimates are also used to gather occupational staffing patterns by industry, which are used to project
employment needs by occupation.
Percent (%) Growth – The rate at which an industry or occupation is expected to grow or decline.
Projected Employment – The average number of jobs expected to be in an industry or occupation in the future.
Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages (QCEW) – A federal/state cooperative program that produces employment
and wage data for workers covered by state unemployment insurance laws and federal workers covered by the Unemployment
Compensation for Federal Employees Program; data is arranged by the type of industry according to the North American Industry
Classification System (NAICS).
Sector – A level of industry classification under supersector according to the NAICS structure.
Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) – A coding system used by all federal statistical agencies to classify workers
into occupational categories for the purpose of collecting, calculating, or disseminating data.
Subsector – A level of industry classification under sector according to the NAICS structure.
Supersector – The top level of industry classification according to the NAICS structure.
Workforce Investment Area – A group of contiguous counties where employment, training, and educational services are
provided; established through the Workforce Investment Act to provide services for eligible youth, adults, and dislocated workers.
Methodology
The following is a brief overview of the method used to produce short-term employment projections for the local workforce investment
areas.
Data Development
Data development is accomplished by using three sources:
The Quarterly Census of Employment and Wage reports. This source provides all of the covered employment for Arkansas. A firm or
business is considered “covered” if it meets the guidelines established under the Unemployment Insurance Law.
The Current Employment Statistics Survey. This source provides employment information for noncovered establishments, which are
railroads, the Federal Work Study Program, churches, religious-based schools, church-related day cares, elected officials, commissioned
insurance agents, and sheltered workshops.
Agriculture employment. This is obtained from the Census of Agriculture. The Census of Agriculture is taken in years ending in a two or
a seven.
Industry Projections
The industry projections in this publication were produced using the Projections Suite System software, authorized by the U.S.
Department of Labor and developed by the Utah Department of Workforce Services. The software has several components. The system
forecasts employment using several models. The analyst chooses an appropriate forecast for each industry. All areas are done at the
same time. In addition, business news related to closures, layoffs, openings, and expansions is used in the forecasting process and
adjustments are made when necessary.
Occupational Projections
Occupational projections are produced by merging industries and occupations together into an industry-occupational matrix. This
matrix is a table showing the occupational pattern of each industry (i.e., the ratios of employment by occupation in a specific industry). The
statewide matrix is based on the Bureau of Labor Statistics’ Occupational Employment Statistics (OES) survey and uses a Standard
Occupational Classification (SOC) code for each occupation.
The occupational employment projections contained in this publication were created using the Projections Suite System software,
authorized by the U.S. Department of Labor and developed by the Utah Department of Workforce Services. The software applies
occupational change factors to the projected patterns to form a projected matrix. In addition, using national self-employment and unpaid
family workers staffing patterns, the system generates base and projected employment for self-employed and unpaid family workers.
Data Limitations
The projections contained in this publication are estimates based on historical data. It is important not to take these projections as the
actual employment numbers that will occur in 2016. While every attempt is made to utilize current and near future events, such as
business closings, corporate layoffs, openings, and expansions, it is not possible to know everything that is occurring. Events that take
place after the projection period or announcements concerning closings, layoffs, openings, and expansions known after projections were
completed are not reflected in the forecasts. In addition, legislative policy could cause employment to change. Events such as these may
cause the actual employment numbers to vary significantly from these projections.
It is important to consider both net growth and percent growth when looking at projections. Industries or occupations with small
employment will generally have higher growth rates than those with larger employment, but these industries may only add a few
employees over the projection period. For occupational projections, it is important to look at both replacement and growth annual
openings. Even if an occupation is in decline, it still may have openings to replace workers who leave the profession for various reasons.
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Total Employment Projections by Workforce Investment Area
Workforce
Investment
Area
Northwest Arkansas
North Central Arkansas
Northeast Arkansas
Western Arkansas
West Central Arkansas
Central Arkansas
City of Little Rock
Eastern Arkansas
Southwest Arkansas
Southeast Arkansas
2014
Estimated
Employment
278,120
81,199
107,487
115,231
121,914
169,638
184,677
41,856
90,039
80,072
2016
Projected
Employment
285,884
81,938
110,641
118,455
125,221
173,401
189,051
42,680
90,357
79,601
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
7,764
739
3,154
3,224
3,307
3,763
4,374
824
318
-471
2.79%
0.91%
2.93%
2.80%
2.71%
2.22%
2.37%
1.97%
0.35%
-0.59%
Annual
OpeningsGrowth
4,158
714
1,668
1,732
1,782
2,011
2,280
624
511
252
Annual
OpeningsReplacement
6,424
1,858
2,500
2,639
2,878
4,004
4,169
967
2,036
1,792
Annual
OpeningsTotal
10,582
2,572
4,168
4,371
4,660
6,015
6,449
1,591
2,547
2,044
The Northwest Arkansas Workforce Investment Area (WIA) is projected to add the most jobs during the 2014-2016 projection period with 7,764 new
jobs anticipated to be added to the job market. The City of Little Rock WIA is estimated to increase employment by 4,374 jobs. At a growth rate of
2.93 percent, the Northeast Arkansas WIA is predicted to be the fastest growing Area in the state. In all, six areas are forecast to grow by more than
two percent. While all Areas are forecast to have more annual replacement openings than annual growth openings, the Eastern Arkansas WIA shows
a smaller gap between the two. The Southeast Arkansas WIA is the only Area in the state estimated to experience a net loss of jobs with 471 jobs
anticipated to be lost in the local economy, but that only translates to a decline of less than one percent.
Percent Growth of Total Employment by Workforce Investment Area
3.00%
2.93%
2.50%
2.79%
2.80%
2.71%
2.37%
2.00%
2.22%
1.97%
1.50%
1.00%
0.91%
0.50%
0.35%
0.00%
-0.59%
-0.50%
-1.00%
-1.50%
Northwest Arkansas
North Central Arkansas
Northeast Arkansas
Western Arkansas
West Central Arkansas
Central Arkansas
City of Little Rock
Eastern Arkansas
Southwest Arkansas
Southeast Arkansas
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Local Workforce Investment Areas
NW
Baxter, Benton, Boone, Carroll, Madison, Marion, Newton, Searcy, and
Washington Counties
NE
North Central Arkansas Workforce Investment Area
NC
Cleburne, Fulton, Independence, Izard, Jackson, Sharp, Stone, Van
Buren, White, and Woodruff Counties
Northeast Arkansas Workforce Investment Area
E
W
Northwest Arkansas Workforce Investment Area
Clay, Craighead, Greene, Lawrence, Mississippi, Poinsett, and Randolph
Counties
C
Western Arkansas Workforce Investment Area
WC
Crawford, Franklin, Logan, Polk, Scott, and Sebastian Counties
SE
SW
West Central Arkansas Workforce Investment Area
LR
Clark, Conway, Garland, Hot Spring, Johnson, Montgomery, Perry, Pike,
Pope, and Yell Counties
Central Arkansas Workforce Investment Area
Faulkner, Lonoke, Monroe, Prairie, Pulaski outside the city limits of Little
Rock, and Saline Counties
City of Little Rock Workforce Investment Area
Inside the city limits of Little Rock
Eastern Arkansas Workforce Investment Area
Crittenden, Cross, Lee, Phillips, and St. Francis Counties
Southwest Arkansas Workforce Investment Area
Calhoun, Columbia, Dallas, Hempstead, Howard, Lafayette, Little River,
Miller, Nevada, Ouachita, Sevier, and Union Counties
Southeast Arkansas Workforce Investment Area
Arkansas, Ashley, Bradley, Chicot, Cleveland, Desha, Drew, Grant,
Jefferson, and Lincoln Counties
Northwest Arkansas
The Northwest Arkansas Workforce Investment Area (WIA) has many tourist attractions. Among these are the Buffalo National
River and the Prairie Grove Civil War Battlefield. Nestled in the Ozark Mountains, the Area gives visitors a chance to view Rocky
Mountain Elk near Ponca, and the picturesque city of Eureka Springs offers shopping and unique architecture. The Crystal Bridges
Museum of American Art in Bentonville houses a permanent collection of signature works from American artists, along with
galleries dedicated to regional art including American Indian art.
The Northwest Arkansas WIA consists of nine counties: Baxter, Benton, Boone, Carroll, Madison, Marion, Newton, Searcy, and
Washington. The area borders two states, Missouri to the north and Oklahoma to the west. The Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers
Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA), which includes McDonald County in Missouri, is located within this Area. Several large
companies, including Wal-Mart and Tyson, have headquarters here, along with many trucking companies.
The University of Arkansas, the state’s largest public university, is located in Washington County in the city of Fayetteville. It offers a large variety of educational programs
ranging from bachelor’s degrees to doctoral programs, leading to a variety of job and career opportunities for its graduates. John Brown University, a private four-year university,
is located in Siloam Springs. Offering associate degrees and certificate programs, Arkansas State University-Mountain Home, North Arkansas College, and Northwest Arkansas
Community College are two-year colleges based in this Area.
The Northwest Arkansas WIA has the largest employment base in the state and is predicted to have the largest growth, which provides job seekers with a variety of career
choices among the many industries and occupations. The Area is projected to gain 7,764 jobs, an increase of 2.79 percent, by 2016. Goods-Producing industries are estimated to
gain 526 jobs, while Services-Providing industries are forecasted to add 7,253 jobs. A decrease of just 15 Self-Employed and Unpaid Family Workers is anticipated between 2014
and 2016.
Professional and Business Services is expected to be the top supersector in both net and percent growth with 2,610 new jobs, an increase of 6.14 percent. Management of
Companies and Enterprises is predicted to be the top growing industry in the Area with 1,292 new jobs anticipated. Museums, Historical Sites, and Similar Institutions is
estimated to be the fastest growing industry, increasing employment by 18.86 percent between 2014 and 2016. Chemical Manufacturing is a step behind at 18.85 percent.
Primary Metal Manufacturing is projected to be the top and fastest declining industry with a loss of 375 jobs, or 20.36 percent of its workforce.
The Northwest Arkansas WIA is projected to have 10,582 annual job openings with 4,158 for growth and expansion and 6,424 for replacement. Office and Administrative
Support Occupations is predicted to be the top growing major group with 1,060 new jobs by March 2016. At 5.37 percent, Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations
would be the fastest growing major group with 76 new jobs. Retail Salespersons, of the Sales and Related Occupations major group, is predicted to be the top growing
occupation in the Area with 364 new jobs, while Food Scientists and Technologists, of the Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations major group, is predicted to be the
fastest growing occupation with a growth of 13.58 percent. Retail Salespersons is also estimated to have the most annual job openings with 565. Farmers, Ranchers, and Other
Agricultural Managers is estimated to be the top declining occupation losing 90 jobs, while Tool and Die Makers, of the Production Occupations major group, is expected to lose
14.65 percent of its workforce.
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Northwest Arkansas Workforce Investment Area
2014-2016 Industry Projections by Major Division
NAICS
Code
000000
000671
006010
007010
101000
101100
110000
210000
101200
101300
102000
102100
420000
440000
480000
220000
102200
102300
520000
530000
102400
540000
550000
560000
102500
610000
620000
102600
710000
720000
102700
102800
NAICS Title
Total All Industries
Total Self Employed and Unpaid Family Workers, All Jobs
Self Employed Workers, All Jobs
Unpaid Family Workers, All Jobs
Goods Producing
Natural Resources and Mining
Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting
Mining
Construction
Manufacturing
Non-Durable Goods Manufacturing
Durable Goods Manufacturing
Services Providing
Trade, Transportation, and Utilities
Wholesale Trade
Retail Trade
Transportation and Warehousing
Utilities
Information
Financial Activities
Finance and Insurance
Real Estate and Rental and Leasing
Professional and Business Services
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
Management of Companies and Enterprises
Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services
Education and Health Services
Educational Services
Health Care and Social Assistance
Leisure and Hospitality
Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation
Accommodation and Food Services
Other Services (except Government)
Government
2014
Estimated
Employment
278,120
28,046
27,860
186
43,620
1,433
1,306
127
8,714
33,473
20,125
13,348
206,454
53,378
8,765
28,106
15,341
1,166
2,348
8,192
5,800
2,392
42,506
10,489
22,673
9,344
55,366
26,882
28,484
24,773
2,183
22,590
8,621
11,270
2016
Projected
Employment
285,884
28,031
27,845
186
44,146
1,386
1,269
117
9,097
33,663
20,686
12,977
213,707
54,901
8,929
29,202
15,622
1,148
2,293
8,502
5,965
2,537
45,116
11,071
23,965
10,080
56,725
27,282
29,443
25,979
2,370
23,609
8,735
11,456
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
7,764
-15
-15
0
526
-47
-37
-10
383
190
561
-371
7,253
1,523
164
1,096
281
-18
-55
310
165
145
2,610
582
1,292
736
1,359
400
959
1,206
187
1,019
114
186
2.79%
-0.05%
-0.05%
0.00%
1.21%
-3.28%
-2.83%
-7.87%
4.40%
0.57%
2.79%
-2.78%
3.51%
2.85%
1.87%
3.90%
1.83%
-1.54%
-2.34%
3.78%
2.84%
6.06%
6.14%
5.55%
5.70%
7.88%
2.45%
1.49%
3.37%
4.87%
8.57%
4.51%
1.32%
1.65%
Northwest Arkansas Workforce Investment Area
Industry Rankings (by NAICS Subsector)
Top 10 Growing Industries (Ranked by Net Growth)
NAICS
Code
551000
722000
561000
541000
621000
311000
611000
452000
624000
445000
NAICS Title
Management of Companies and Enterprises
Food Services and Drinking Places
Administrative and Support Services
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
Ambulatory Health Care Services
Food Manufacturing
Educational Services
General Merchandise Stores
Social Assistance
Food and Beverage Stores
2014
2016
Net
Percent
Estimated
Projected
Growth Growth
Employment Employment
22,673
19,764
8,768
10,489
9,854
14,226
26,882
7,715
6,472
4,087
23,965
20,733
9,479
11,071
10,413
14,644
27,282
8,078
6,813
4,332
1,292
969
711
582
559
418
400
363
341
245
5.70%
4.90%
8.11%
5.55%
5.67%
2.94%
1.49%
4.71%
5.27%
5.99%
Top 10 Fastest Growing Industries (Ranked by Percent (%) Growth) (Minimum Growth of 5)
NAICS
Code
NAICS Title
712000
325000
519000
236000
453000
488000
561000
532000
485000
713000
Museums, Historical Sites, and Similar Institutions
Chemical Manufacturing
Other Information Services
Construction of Buildings
Miscellaneous Store Retailers
Support Activities for Transportation
Administrative and Support Services
Rental and Leasing Services
Transit and Ground Passenger Transportation
Amusement, Gambling, and Recreation Industries
2014
2016
Net
Percent
Estimated
Projected
Growth Growth
Employment Employment
334
244
106
1,580
1,525
838
8,768
699
345
1,610
397
290
121
1,773
1,679
908
9,479
755
372
1,730
63
46
15
193
154
70
711
56
27
120
18.86%
18.85%
14.15%
12.22%
10.10%
8.35%
8.11%
8.01%
7.83%
7.45%
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Top 5 Declining Industries (Ranked by Net Growth)
NAICS
Code
NAICS Title
331000
332000
493000
454000
112000
Primary Metal Manufacturing
Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing
Warehousing and Storage
Nonstore Retailers
Animal Production
2014
2016
Net
Estimated
Projected
Growth
Employment Employment
1,842
2,862
1,674
609
977
1,467
2,643
1,583
556
925
-375
-219
-91
-53
-52
Percent
Growth
-20.36%
-7.65%
-5.44%
-8.70%
-5.32%
Top 5 Fastest Declining Industries (Ranked by Percent (%) Growth) (Minimum Decline of 5)
NAICS
Code
NAICS Title
331000
454000
332000
212000
493000
Primary Metal Manufacturing
Nonstore Retailers
Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing
Mining (except Oil and Gas)
Warehousing and Storage
2014
2016
Net
Estimated
Projected
Growth
Employment Employment
1,842
609
2,862
97
1,674
1,467
556
2,643
90
1,583
-375
-53
-219
-7
-91
Percent
Growth
-20.36%
-8.70%
-7.65%
-7.22%
-5.44%
Northwest Arkansas Workforce Investment Area
2014-2016 Occupational Projections by Major Group
SOC
Code
SOC Title
00-0000
11-0000
13-0000
15-0000
17-0000
19-0000
21-0000
23-0000
25-0000
27-0000
29-0000
31-0000
33-0000
35-0000
37-0000
39-0000
41-0000
43-0000
45-0000
47-0000
49-0000
51-0000
53-0000
Total, All Occupations
Management Occupations
Business and Financial Operations Occupations
Computer and Mathematical Occupations
Architecture and Engineering Occupations
Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations
Community and Social Service Occupations
Legal Occupations
Education, Training, and Library Occupations
Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media Occupations
Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations
Healthcare Support Occupations
Protective Service Occupations
Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations
Building and Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance Occupations
Personal Care and Service Occupations
Sales and Related Occupations
Office and Administrative Support Occupations
Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Occupations
Construction and Extraction Occupations
Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Occupations
Production Occupations
Transportation and Material Moving Occupations
2014
Estimated
Employment
278,120
29,272
13,814
7,215
2,593
1,415
4,414
1,444
16,304
3,282
12,493
6,228
3,085
22,049
8,583
9,650
27,741
39,208
1,412
9,021
9,941
22,970
25,986
2016
Projected
Employment
285,884
29,764
14,539
7,564
2,654
1,491
4,536
1,508
16,605
3,340
12,928
6,382
3,163
23,027
8,910
10,000
28,686
40,268
1,400
9,314
10,123
23,098
26,584
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
7,764
492
725
349
61
76
122
64
301
58
435
154
78
978
327
350
945
1,060
-12
293
182
128
598
2.79%
1.68%
5.25%
4.84%
2.35%
5.37%
2.76%
4.43%
1.85%
1.77%
3.48%
2.47%
2.53%
4.44%
3.81%
3.63%
3.41%
2.70%
-0.85%
3.25%
1.83%
0.56%
2.30%
Annual
OpeningsGrowth
4,158
291
362
174
34
38
61
32
150
36
218
78
39
489
164
186
472
544
7
148
96
230
308
Annual
OpeningsReplacements
6,424
514
244
118
58
42
93
21
334
77
232
108
98
924
160
187
936
876
38
148
220
453
544
Annual
OpeningsTotal
10,582
805
606
292
92
80
154
53
484
113
450
186
137
1,413
324
373
1,408
1,420
45
296
316
683
852
15
16
Northwest Arkansas Workforce Investment Area
Occupational Rankings
Top 10 Growing Occupations (Ranked by Net Growth)
SOC
Code
41-2031
35-3021
41-2011
39-9021
53-3032
35-3031
43-6014
53-7062
43-4051
37-2011
SOC Title
Retail Salespersons
Combined Food Preparation and Serving Workers, Including
Fast Food
Cashiers
Personal Care Aides
Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers
Waiters and Waitresses
Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal,
Medical, and Executive
Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand
Customer Service Representatives
Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping
Cleaners
2014
Estimated
Employment
10,414
2016
Projected
Employment
10,778
3.50%
Annual
OpeningsGrowth
182
Annual
OpeningsReplacements
383
Annual
OpeningsTotal
565
5,505
331
6.01%
166
264
430
5,948
3,747
11,347
5,387
236
229
219
209
4.13%
6.51%
1.97%
4.04%
118
114
110
104
307
20
170
268
425
134
280
372
4,616
4,793
177
3.83%
88
55
143
4,934
3,827
5,110
3,999
176
172
3.57%
4.49%
88
86
157
100
245
186
3,914
4,084
170
4.34%
85
66
151
Annual
OpeningsGrowth
16
22
45
8
4
3
8
18
3
6
Annual
OpeningsReplacements
8
4
12
5
1
2
2
10
1
1
Annual
OpeningsTotal
24
26
57
13
5
5
10
28
4
7
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
364
5,836
5,712
3,518
11,128
5,178
Top 10 Fastest Growing Occupations (Ranked by Percent (%) Growth) (Minimum Net Growth of 5)
SOC
Code
19-1012
13-1081
13-1161
11-3121
29-2032
49-3011
15-1133
11-2021
13-1121
29-2056
SOC Title
Food Scientists and Technologists
Logisticians
Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists
Human Resources Managers
Diagnostic Medical Sonographers
Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians
Software Developers, Systems Software
Marketing Managers
Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners
Veterinary Technologists and Technicians
2014
Estimated
Employment
243
470
993
195
93
71
221
492
82
151
2016
Projected
Employment
276
515
1,083
212
101
77
238
529
88
162
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
33
45
90
17
8
6
17
37
6
11
13.58%
9.57%
9.06%
8.72%
8.60%
8.45%
7.69%
7.52%
7.32%
7.28%
Top 10 Occupations by Total Annual Openings
SOC
Code
41-2031
35-3021
41-2011
35-3031
53-3032
53-7062
11-9013
43-9061
43-4051
13-1199
37-2011
SOC Title
Retail Salespersons
Combined Food Preparation and Serving Workers,
Including Fast Food
Cashiers
Waiters and Waitresses
Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers
Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand
Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers
Office Clerks, General
Customer Service Representatives
Business Operations Specialists, All Other
Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping
Cleaners
2014
Estimated
Employment
10,414
2016
Projected
Employment
10,778
3.50%
Annual
OpeningsGrowth
182
Annual
OpeningsReplacements
383
Annual
OpeningsTotal
565
5,505
331
6.01%
166
264
430
5,948
5,387
11,347
5,110
12,018
6,364
3,999
4,196
236
209
219
176
-90
125
172
230
4.13%
4.04%
1.97%
3.57%
-0.74%
2.00%
4.49%
5.80%
118
104
110
88
0
62
86
115
307
268
170
157
192
128
100
48
425
372
280
245
192
190
186
163
3,914
4,084
170
4.34%
85
66
151
2014
Estimated
Employment
12,108
905
2016
Projected
Employment
12,018
818
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
-90
-87
-0.74%
-9.61%
Annual
OpeningsGrowth
0
0
Annual
OpeningsReplacements
192
20
Annual
OpeningsTotal
192
20
568
488
-80
-14.08%
0
8
8
198
169
-29
-14.65%
0
2
2
574
550
-24
-4.18%
0
18
18
Annual
OpeningsReplacements
2
Annual
OpeningsTotal
2
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
364
5,836
5,712
5,178
11,128
4,934
12,108
6,239
3,827
3,966
Top 5 Declining Occupations (Ranked by Net Growth)
SOC
Code
11-9013
51-4041
51-4072
51-4111
45-2092
SOC Title
Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers
Machinists
Molding, Coremaking, and Casting Machine Setters,
Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic
Tool and Die Makers
Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and
Greenhouse
Top 5 Fastest Declining Occupations (Ranked by Percent (%) Growth) (Minimum Decline of 5)
SOC
Code
51-4111
51-4072
51-4051
51-4041
51-4193
SOC Title
Tool and Die Makers
Molding, Coremaking, and Casting Machine Setters,
Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic
Metal-Refining Furnace Operators and Tenders
Machinists
Plating and Coating Machine Setters, Operators, and
Tenders, Metal and Plastic
2014
Estimated
Employment
198
2016
Projected
Employment
169
-29
-14.65%
Annual
OpeningsGrowth
0
568
488
-80
-14.08%
0
8
8
74
905
64
818
-10
-87
-13.51%
-9.61%
0
0
1
20
1
20
122
112
-10
-8.20%
0
2
2
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
17
18
North Central Arkansas
The North Central Arkansas WIA has numerous tourist attractions within its borders. Near Mountain View, visitors can tour the
underground beauty of Blanchard Springs Caverns and listen to traditional American mountain music at the Ozark Folk Center.
Created by a dam in 1964, the 40,000-acre Greers Ferry Lake offers outdoor adventurists plenty of fishing, boating, and camping.
Nearby, the Little Red River flows out of the lake’s tailwaters, providing excellent trout fishing. In fact, a world-record setting
brown trout, weighing 40.4 pounds, was caught on the river in 1992.
The North Central Arkansas WIA consists of 10 counties: Cleburne, Fulton, Independence, Izard, Jackson, Sharp, Stone, Van
Buren, White, and Woodruff, with the state of Missouri bordering the area to the north.
The Area is home to three public two-year colleges that are part of the Arkansas State University (ASU) system with campuses
located in Beebe, Newport, and Searcy. Also located in North Central Arkansas are two private four-year institutions, Lyon College
in Batesville and Harding University in Searcy. Rounding out the Area’s educational opportunities are several community,
technical, and trade schools, including the UA Community College in Batesville and Ozarka College in Melbourne.
The North Central Arkansas WIA is projected to add 739 jobs through March 2016, or increase employment by 0.91 percent. Goods-Producing industries are expected to have a
net gain of 196, while the Services-Providing industries could add 770. The Area is predicted to experience a loss of Self-Employed and Unpaid Family Workers with an decrease
of 227.
Manufacturing is projected to be the top growing supersector in the North Central Arkansas WIA with a gain of 285 jobs. Leisure and Hospitality is estimated to be the fastest
growing supersector with a gain of 4.19 percent. Food Services and Drinking Places leads all industries in net growth with an estimated gain of 239. Machinery Manufacturing is
forecasted to be the fastest growing industry increasing employment by 33.63 percent. Hospitals is projected to lose 240 jobs over the next two years, while Motion Picture and
Sound Recording Industries is predicted to lose 15.79 percent of its workforce.
The Area is expected to have 2,572 total job openings annually between 2014 and 2016. Of these, 1,858 would be for replacement, while 714 would be for growth and
expansion. Production Occupations is projected to be the top growing major group with 247 new jobs. Team Assemblers is estimated to be the top growing occupation raising
employment by 105, while Painters, Transportation Equipment could be the fastest growing occupation with a 20 percent increase in jobs. Farmers, Ranchers, and Other
Agricultural Managers is estimated to lose the most jobs with a decline of 126 jobs, while Service Unit Operators, Oil, Gas, and Mining could lose 11.11 percent of its workforce
making it the fastest declining occupation in the North Central Arkansas WIA. With 152 annual job openings anticipated, Cashiers is estimated to lead all occupations in job
openings.
North Central Arkansas Workforce Investment Area
2014-2016 Industry Projections by Major Division
NAICS
Code
000000
000671
006010
007010
101000
101100
110000
210000
101200
101300
102000
102100
420000
440000
480000
220000
102200
102300
520000
530000
102400
540000
550000
560000
102500
610000
620000
102600
710000
720000
102700
102800
NAICS Title
Total All Industries
Total Self Employed and Unpaid Family Workers, All Jobs
Self Employed Workers, All Jobs
Unpaid Family Workers, All Jobs
Goods Producing
Natural Resources and Mining
Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting
Mining
Construction
Manufacturing
Non-Durable Goods Manufacturing
Durable Goods Manufacturing
Services Providing
Trade, Transportation, and Utilities
Wholesale Trade
Retail Trade
Transportation and Warehousing
Utilities
Information
Financial Activities
Finance and Insurance
Real Estate and Rental and Leasing
Professional and Business Services
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
Management of Companies and Enterprises
Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services
Education and Health Services
Educational Services
Health Care and Social Assistance
Leisure and Hospitality
Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation
Accommodation and Food Services
Other Services (except Government)
Government
2014
Estimated
Employment
81,199
11,794
11,745
49
12,809
2,407
771
1,636
2,283
8,119
3,735
4,384
56,596
15,765
1,872
9,324
3,856
713
521
2,477
1,946
531
3,373
1,146
191
2,036
20,584
8,986
11,598
5,728
366
5,362
2,358
5,790
2016
Projected
Employment
81,938
11,567
11,518
49
13,005
2,347
829
1,518
2,254
8,404
3,699
4,705
57,366
15,942
1,909
9,545
3,774
714
513
2,572
2,042
530
3,501
1,166
202
2,133
20,653
9,054
11,599
5,968
384
5,584
2,350
5,867
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
739
-227
-227
0
196
-60
58
-118
-29
285
-36
321
770
177
37
221
-82
1
-8
95
96
-1
128
20
11
97
69
68
1
240
18
222
-8
77
0.91%
-1.92%
-1.93%
0.00%
1.53%
-2.49%
7.52%
-7.21%
-1.27%
3.51%
-0.96%
7.32%
1.36%
1.12%
1.98%
2.37%
-2.13%
0.14%
-1.54%
3.84%
4.93%
-0.19%
3.79%
1.75%
5.76%
4.76%
0.34%
0.76%
0.01%
4.19%
4.92%
4.14%
-0.34%
1.33%
19
20
North Central Arkansas Workforce Investment Area
Industry Rankings (by NAICS Subsector)
Top 10 Growing Industries (Ranked by Net Growth)
NAICS
Code
NAICS Title
722000
336000
333000
621000
452000
561000
624000
611000
522000
311000
Food Services and Drinking Places
Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
Machinery Manufacturing
Ambulatory Health Care Services
General Merchandise Stores
Administrative and Support Services
Social Assistance
Educational Services
Credit Intermediation and Related Activities
Food Manufacturing
2014
Estimated
Employment
2016
Projected
Employment
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
4,889
814
565
3,263
2,932
1,874
2,131
8,986
1,449
2,334
5,128
1,021
755
3,434
3,069
1,971
2,211
9,054
1,514
2,393
239
207
190
171
137
97
80
68
65
59
4.89%
25.43%
33.63%
5.24%
4.67%
5.18%
3.75%
0.76%
4.49%
2.53%
Top 10 Fastest Growing Industries (Ranked by Percent (%) Growth) (Minimum Net Growth of 5)
NAICS
Code
NAICS Title
333000
336000
112000
488000
485000
486000
425000
515000
453000
551000
Machinery Manufacturing
Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
Animal Production
Support Activities for Transportation
Transit and Ground Passenger Transportation
Pipeline Transportation
Wholesale Electronic Markets and Agents and Brokers
Broadcasting (except Internet)
Miscellaneous Store Retailers
Management of Companies and Enterprises
2014
Estimated
Employment
2016
Projected
Employment
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
565
814
319
438
114
147
172
125
485
191
755
1,021
367
479
124
159
186
135
520
202
190
207
48
41
10
12
14
10
35
11
33.63%
25.43%
15.05%
9.36%
8.77%
8.16%
8.14%
8.00%
7.22%
5.76%
Top 5 Declining Industries (Ranked by Net Growth)
NAICS
Code
622000
484000
213000
236000
339000
NAICS Title
Hospitals
Truck Transportation
Support Activities for Mining
Construction of Buildings
Miscellaneous Manufacturing
2014
Estimated
Employment
2016
Projected
Employment
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
3,248
2,004
822
415
440
3,008
1,867
722
384
409
-240
-137
-100
-31
-31
-7.39%
-6.84%
-12.17%
-7.47%
-7.05%
Top 5 Fastest Declining Industries (Ranked by Percent (%) Growth) (Minimum Decline of 5)
NAICS
Code
NAICS Title
512000
442000
213000
999100
236000
Motion Picture and Sound Recording Industries
Furniture and Home Furnishings Stores
Support Activities for Mining
Federal Government, Excluding Post Office
Construction of Buildings
2014
Estimated
Employment
2016
Projected
Employment
38
125
822
216
415
32
107
722
198
384
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
-6 -15.79%
-18 -14.40%
-100 -12.17%
-18 -8.33%
-31 -7.47%
21
22
North Central Arkansas Workforce Investment Area
2014-2016 Occupational Projections by Major Group
SOC
Code
SOC Title
00-0000
11-0000
13-0000
15-0000
17-0000
19-0000
21-0000
23-0000
25-0000
27-0000
29-0000
31-0000
33-0000
35-0000
37-0000
39-0000
41-0000
43-0000
45-0000
47-0000
49-0000
51-0000
53-0000
Total, All Occupations
Management Occupations
Business and Financial Operations Occupations
Computer and Mathematical Occupations
Architecture and Engineering Occupations
Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations
Community and Social Service Occupations
Legal Occupations
Education, Training, and Library Occupations
Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media Occupations
Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations
Healthcare Support Occupations
Protective Service Occupations
Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations
Building and Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance Occupations
Personal Care and Service Occupations
Sales and Related Occupations
Office and Administrative Support Occupations
Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Occupations
Construction and Extraction Occupations
Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Occupations
Production Occupations
Transportation and Material Moving Occupations
2014
Estimated
Employment
81,199
11,440
1,295
370
463
249
1,421
228
5,330
626
5,153
2,681
1,503
6,029
2,603
2,975
7,589
10,134
541
3,033
3,159
7,351
7,026
2016
Projected
Employment
81,938
11,320
1,312
375
454
245
1,444
234
5,379
636
5,140
2,678
1,533
6,246
2,620
3,044
7,760
10,216
574
2,991
3,165
7,598
6,974
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
739
-120
17
5
-9
-4
23
6
49
10
-13
-3
30
217
17
69
171
82
33
-42
6
247
-52
0.91%
-1.05%
1.31%
1.35%
-1.94%
-1.61%
1.62%
2.63%
0.92%
1.60%
-0.25%
-0.11%
2.00%
3.60%
0.65%
2.32%
2.25%
0.81%
6.10%
-1.38%
0.19%
3.36%
-0.74%
Annual
OpeningsGrowth
714
15
15
4
3
2
12
3
24
7
28
16
16
112
20
38
88
64
16
8
22
162
36
Annual
OpeningsReplacements
1,858
190
24
4
10
6
30
3
107
13
98
47
46
224
49
57
272
225
16
54
76
158
151
Annual
OpeningsTotal
2,572
205
39
8
13
8
42
6
131
20
126
63
62
336
69
95
360
289
32
62
98
320
187
North Central Arkansas Workforce Investment Area
Occupational Rankings
Top 10 Growing Occupations (Ranked by Net Growth)
SOC
Code
51-2092
35-3021
39-9021
41-2031
41-2011
35-2014
35-3031
43-6014
51-4121
35-2011
37-2011
SOC Title
Team Assemblers
Combined Food Preparation and Serving Workers,
Including Fast Food
Personal Care Aides
Retail Salespersons
Cashiers
Cooks, Restaurant
Waiters and Waitresses
Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal,
Medical, and Executive
Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers
Cooks, Fast Food
Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping
Cleaners
2014
Estimated
Employment
839
2016
Projected
Employment
944
12.51%
Annual
OpeningsGrowth
52
Annual
OpeningsReplacements
14
Annual
OpeningsTotal
66
1,533
91
5.94%
46
74
120
1,233
2,338
2,391
512
762
65
63
53
30
30
5.57%
2.77%
2.27%
6.22%
4.10%
32
32
26
15
15
6
84
126
10
38
38
116
152
25
53
1,315
1,342
27
2.05%
14
16
30
284
852
310
877
26
25
9.15%
2.93%
13
12
7
17
20
29
1,145
1,170
25
2.18%
12
20
32
Annual
OpeningsReplacements
2
1
0
14
Annual
OpeningsTotal
10
5
4
66
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
105
1,624
1,168
2,275
2,338
482
732
Top 10 Fastest Growing Occupations (Ranked by Percent (%) Growth) (Minimum Net Growth of 5)
SOC
Code
51-9122
49-3011
51-4111
51-2092
51-9121
51-4121
35-2014
31-2021
35-3021
13-2072
SOC Title
Painters, Transportation Equipment
Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians
Tool and Die Makers
Team Assemblers
Coating, Painting, and Spraying Machine Setters,
Operators, and Tenders
Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers
Cooks, Restaurant
Physical Therapist Assistants
Combined Food Preparation and Serving Workers,
Including Fast Food
Loan Officers
2014
Estimated
Employment
75
52
60
839
2016
Projected
Employment
90
59
68
944
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
15
7
8
105
20.00%
13.46%
13.33%
12.51%
Annual
OpeningsGrowth
8
4
4
52
75
83
8
10.67%
4
2
6
284
482
97
310
512
103
26
30
6
9.15%
6.22%
6.19%
13
15
3
7
10
2
20
25
5
1,533
1,624
91
5.94%
46
74
120
118
125
7
5.93%
4
2
6
23
24
Top 10 Occupations by Total Annual Openings
SOC
Code
41-2011
35-3021
41-2031
51-2092
35-3031
53-7062
39-9021
41-1011
53-3032
SOC Title
Cashiers
Combined Food Preparation and Serving Workers,
Including Fast Food
Retail Salespersons
Team Assemblers
Waiters and Waitresses
Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers,
Hand
Personal Care Aides
First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers
Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers
2014
Estimated
Employment
2,338
2016
Projected
Employment
2,391
2.27%
Annual
OpeningsGrowth
26
Annual
OpeningsReplacements
126
Annual
OpeningsTotal
152
1,533
91
5.94%
46
74
120
2,338
944
762
63
105
30
2.77%
12.51%
4.10%
32
52
15
84
14
38
116
66
53
1,332
1,345
13
0.98%
6
42
48
1,168
1,222
2,421
1,233
1,245
2,319
65
23
-102
5.57%
1.88%
-4.21%
32
12
0
6
26
37
38
38
37
2014
Estimated
Employment
8,281
2,421
1,307
1,684
679
2016
Projected
Employment
8,155
2,319
1,267
1,653
659
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
-126
-102
-40
-31
-20
-1.52%
-4.21%
-3.06%
-1.84%
-2.95%
Annual
OpeningsGrowth
0
0
0
0
0
Annual
OpeningsReplacements
131
37
22
30
12
Annual
OpeningsTotal
131
37
22
30
12
Annual
OpeningsReplacements
3
Annual
OpeningsTotal
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
53
1,624
2,275
839
732
Top 5 Declining Occupations (Ranked by Net Growth)
SOC
Code
11-9013
53-3032
29-1141
31-1014
37-2012
SOC Title
Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers
Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers
Registered Nurses
Nursing Assistants
Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners
Top 5 Fastest Declining Occupations (Ranked by Percent (%) Growth) (Minimum Decline of 5)
SOC
Code
47-5013
49-9098
43-9021
29-1126
11-9021
SOC Title
Service Unit Operators, Oil, Gas, and Mining
Helpers--Installation, Maintenance, and Repair
Workers
Data Entry Keyers
Respiratory Therapists
Construction Managers
2014
Estimated
Employment
72
2016
Projected
Employment
64
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
-8
-11.11%
Annual
OpeningsGrowth
0
251
236
-15
-5.98%
0
9
9
90
93
261
85
88
249
-5
-5
-12
-5.56%
-5.38%
-4.60%
0
0
0
1
1
4
1
1
4
3
Northeast Arkansas
The Hemingway-Pfeiffer Museum and Educational Center in Piggott, including the home and barn studio where Ernest
Hemingway lived and wrote portions of “A Farewell to Arms,” is just one of the many attractions located in the Northeast Arkansas
WIA. A unique land formation, one of only two in the world, can be found in Crowley’s Ridge State Park near Paragould. Lake
Charles, in Powhatan, is one of several lakes in this Area, offering camping and fishing. Built in 1888 and restored in the 1970s, the
historical Powhatan Courthouse is the main attraction at Powhatan Historic State Park.
The Northeast Arkansas WIA consists of seven counties: Clay, Craighead, Greene, Lawrence, Mississippi, Poinsett, and Randolph,
with the states of Missouri bordering the area to the north and Tennessee to the east. The Jonesboro Metropolitan Statistical Area is
located in this Area.
This Area is home to three four-year colleges, two private and one public: Williams Baptist College in Walnut Ridge, Crowley’s
Ridge College in Paragould, and Arkansas State University in Jonesboro. Arkansas Northeastern College in Blytheville and Black
River Technical College in Pocahontas are two-year colleges located in this WIA.
The Northeast Arkansas WIA is expected to add 3,154 jobs during the projection period. At 2.93 percent, the Area is estimated to be the fastest growing WIA in the state.
Goods-Producing industries are predicted to have a net gain of 843 jobs, while Services-Providing industries could add 1,983. A net gain of 328 Self-Employed and Unpaid
Family Workers is anticipated.
Manufacturing is expected to be the top growing supersector with 695 new jobs. Driving the growth is Food Manufacturing, which is estimated to gain 406 jobs, making it the
top growing industry in the Area. Leisure and Hospitality is expected to be the fastest growing supersector with an increase of 4.21 percent. Waste Management and
Remediation Service is anticipated to be the fastest growing industry with a gain of 29.18 percent. Not all of the Manufacturing supersector is seeing a favorable outlook.
Primary Metal Manufacturing is expected to be the top declining industry with a loss of 128 jobs, while Leather and Allied Product Manufacturing is likely to be the fastest
declining industry with an anticipated loss of 70 percent of its workforce.
The Northeast Arkansas WIA is expected to have 4,168 annual openings during the projection period. Of these, 2,500 would be for replacement, while 1,668 would be for
growth and expansion. Production Occupations is predicted to be the top growing major group adding 428 new jobs to the labor market. Team Assemblers is predicted to be the
top growing occupation with a gain of 164 jobs. Food Cooking Machine Operators and Tenders is estimated to be the fastest growing occupation raising employment by 16.98
percent. The top and fastest declining occupations are also in the Production Occupations major group. Cutting, Punching, and Press Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders,
Metal and Plastic is estimated to lose 28 jobs between 2014 and 2016, while Sewing Machine Operators could lose a quarter of its workforce. At 4.34 percent, Transportation
and Material Moving Occupations is anticipated to be the fastest growing major group. Cashiers is expected to be the top occupation in number of annual openings with 179
anticipated.
25
26
Northeast Arkansas Workforce Investment Area
2014-2016 Industry Projections by Major Division
NAICS
Code
000000
000671
006010
007010
101000
101100
110000
210000
101200
101300
102000
102100
420000
440000
480000
220000
102200
102300
520000
530000
102400
540000
550000
560000
102500
610000
620000
102600
710000
720000
102700
102800
NAICS Title
Total All Industries
Total Self Employed and Unpaid Family Workers, All Jobs
Self Employed Workers, All Jobs
Unpaid Family Workers, All Jobs
Goods Producing
Natural Resources and Mining
Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting
Mining
Construction
Manufacturing
Non-Durable Goods Manufacturing
Durable Goods Manufacturing
Services Providing
Trade, Transportation, and Utilities
Wholesale Trade
Retail Trade
Transportation and Warehousing
Utilities
Information
Financial Activities
Finance and Insurance
Real Estate and Rental and Leasing
Professional and Business Services
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
Management of Companies and Enterprises
Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services
Education and Health Services
Educational Services
Health Care and Social Assistance
Leisure and Hospitality
Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation
Accommodation and Food Services
Other Services (except Government)
Government
2014
Estimated
Employment
107,487
9,574
9,496
78
24,577
1,898
1,803
95
3,152
19,527
5,852
13,675
73,336
18,631
3,826
11,693
2,657
455
782
3,127
2,192
935
6,708
1,613
523
4,572
26,774
11,027
15,747
8,156
425
7,731
2,686
6,472
2016
Projected
Employment
110,641
9,902
9,827
75
25,420
1,929
1,837
92
3,269
20,222
6,265
13,957
75,319
19,312
3,902
12,065
2,906
439
765
3,168
2,201
967
6,947
1,657
553
4,737
27,368
11,084
16,284
8,499
468
8,031
2,690
6,570
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
3,154
328
331
-3
843
31
34
-3
117
695
413
282
1,983
681
76
372
249
-16
-17
41
9
32
239
44
30
165
594
57
537
343
43
300
4
98
2.93%
3.43%
3.49%
-3.85%
3.43%
1.63%
1.89%
-3.16%
3.71%
3.56%
7.06%
2.06%
2.70%
3.66%
1.99%
3.18%
9.37%
-3.52%
-2.17%
1.31%
0.41%
3.42%
3.56%
2.73%
5.74%
3.61%
2.22%
0.52%
3.41%
4.21%
10.12%
3.88%
0.15%
1.51%
Northeast Arkansas Workforce Investment Area
Industry Rankings (by NAICS Subsector)
Top 10 Growing industries (Ranked by Net Growth)
NAICS
Code
NAICS Title
311000
722000
621000
333000
336000
488000
624000
452000
622000
484000
561000
Food Manufacturing
Food Services and Drinking Places
Ambulatory Health Care Services
Machinery Manufacturing
Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
Support Activities for Transportation
Social Assistance
General Merchandise Stores
Hospitals
Truck Transportation
Administrative and Support Services
2014
2016
Net
Percent
Estimated
Projected
Growth Growth
Employment Employment
2,186
7,187
4,483
1,934
3,987
551
4,249
3,521
4,632
1,281
4,315
2,592
7,481
4,712
2,157
4,157
710
4,397
3,649
4,729
1,371
4,405
406
294
229
223
170
159
148
128
97
90
90
18.57%
4.09%
5.11%
11.53%
4.26%
28.86%
3.48%
3.64%
2.09%
7.03%
2.09%
Top 10 Fastest Growing Industries (Ranked by Percent (%) Growth) (Minimum Net Growth of 5)
NAICS
Code
NAICS Title
2014
Estimated
Employment
2016
Projected
Employment
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
562000
Waste Management and Remediation Service
257
332
75
29.18%
488000
Support Activities for Transportation
551
710
159
28.86%
311000
Food Manufacturing
2,186
2,592
406
18.57%
327000
Nonmetallic Mineral Product Manufacturing
530
598
68
12.83%
333000
Machinery Manufacturing
1,934
2,157
223
11.53%
713000
Amusement, Gambling, and Recreation Industries
383
425
42
10.97%
451000
Sporting Goods, Hobby, Book, and Music Stores
424
465
41
9.67%
453000
Miscellaneous Store Retailers
531
574
43
8.10%
236000
Construction of Buildings
780
839
59
7.56%
484000
Truck Transportation
1,281
1,371
90
7.03%
27
28
Top 5 Declining Industries (Ranked by Net Growth)
NAICS
Code
NAICS Title
2014
Estimated
Employment
2016
Projected
Employment
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
3,762
3,634
-128
-3.40%
331000
Primary Metal Manufacturing
337000
Furniture and Related Product Manufacturing
491
402
-89
-18.13%
326000
Plastics and Rubber Products Manufacturing
1,513
1,473
-40
-2.64%
448000
Clothing and Clothing Accessories Stores
675
651
-24
-3.56%
316000
Leather and Allied Product Manufacturing
30
9
-21
-70.00%
335000
Electrical Equipment, Appliance, and Component Manufacturing
928
907
-21
-2.26%
Top 5 Fastest Declining Industries (Ranked by Percent (%) Growth) (Minimum Decline of 5)
NAICS
Code
NAICS Title
2014
Estimated
Employment
2016
Projected
Employment
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
30
9
-21
-70.00%
491
402
-89
-18.13%
63
55
-8
-12.70%
316000
Leather and Allied Product Manufacturing
337000
Furniture and Related Product Manufacturing
814000
Private Households
425000
Wholesale Electronic Markets and Agents and Brokers
192
173
-19
-9.90%
493000
Warehousing and Storage
318
300
-18
-5.66%
Northeast Arkansas Workforce Investment Area
2014-2016 Occupational Projections by Major Group
SOC
Code
SOC Title
00-0000
11-0000
13-0000
15-0000
17-0000
19-0000
21-0000
23-0000
25-0000
27-0000
29-0000
31-0000
33-0000
35-0000
37-0000
39-0000
41-0000
43-0000
45-0000
47-0000
49-0000
51-0000
53-0000
Total, All Occupations
Management Occupations
Business and Financial Operations Occupations
Computer and Mathematical Occupations
Architecture and Engineering Occupations
Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations
Community and Social Service Occupations
Legal Occupations
Education, Training, and Library Occupations
Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media Occupations
Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations
Healthcare Support Occupations
Protective Service Occupations
Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations
Building and Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance Occupations
Personal Care and Service Occupations
Sales and Related Occupations
Office and Administrative Support Occupations
Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Occupations
Construction and Extraction Occupations
Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Occupations
Production Occupations
Transportation and Material Moving Occupations
2014
Estimated
Employment
107,487
9,535
2,130
624
667
342
2,516
380
6,988
834
6,142
2,952
1,631
8,552
3,274
3,247
10,764
13,761
1,139
4,084
4,713
14,068
9,144
2016
Projected
Employment
110,641
9,824
2,192
641
689
353
2,577
391
7,056
841
6,361
3,046
1,659
8,869
3,339
3,378
11,081
14,048
1,161
4,225
4,873
14,496
9,541
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
3,154
289
62
17
22
11
61
11
68
7
219
94
28
317
65
131
317
287
22
141
160
428
397
2.93%
3.03%
2.91%
2.72%
3.30%
3.22%
2.42%
2.89%
0.97%
0.84%
3.57%
3.18%
1.72%
3.71%
1.99%
4.03%
2.95%
2.09%
1.93%
3.45%
3.39%
3.04%
4.34%
Annual
OpeningsGrowth
1,668
145
31
9
12
6
30
6
34
6
110
48
14
158
32
66
162
159
11
72
86
268
204
Annual
OpeningsReplacements
2,500
162
42
10
15
10
55
6
142
19
115
53
48
338
62
59
364
308
33
68
106
270
216
Annual
OpeningsTotal
4,168
307
73
19
27
16
85
12
176
25
225
101
62
496
94
125
526
467
44
140
192
538
420
29
30
Northeast Arkansas Workforce Investment Area
Occupational Rankings
Top 10 Growing Occupations (Ranked by Net Growth)
SOC
Code
51-2092
11-9013
53-3032
35-3021
41-2031
39-9021
53-7062
41-2011
29-1141
51-4121
SOC Title
Team Assemblers
Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers
Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers
Combined Food Preparation and Serving Workers,
Including Fast Food
Retail Salespersons
Personal Care Aides
Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand
Cashiers
Registered Nurses
Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers
2014
Estimated
Employment
2,969
5,033
1,722
2016
Projected
Employment
3,133
5,194
1,865
2,322
3,198
1,358
2,527
2,661
1,898
1,355
5.52%
3.20%
8.30%
Annual
OpeningsGrowth
82
80
72
Annual
OpeningsReplacements
48
80
26
Annual
OpeningsTotal
130
160
98
115
4.95%
58
111
169
108
91
79
71
60
59
3.38%
6.70%
3.13%
2.67%
3.16%
4.35%
54
46
40
36
30
30
118
8
80
143
32
33
172
54
120
179
62
63
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
164
161
143
2,437
3,306
1,449
2,606
2,732
1,958
1,414
Top 10 Fastest Growing Occupations (Ranked by Percent (%) Growth) (Minimum Net Growth of 5)
SOC
Code
51-3093
43-5032
51-3011
49-9043
13-1161
47-2211
51-2041
53-3032
43-5111
43-4061
SOC Title
Food Cooking Machine Operators and Tenders
Dispatchers, Except Police, Fire, and Ambulance
Bakers
Maintenance Workers, Machinery
Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists
Sheet Metal Workers
Structural Metal Fabricators and Fitters
Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers
Weighers, Measurers, Checkers, and Samplers,
Recordkeeping
Eligibility Interviewers, Government Programs
2014
Estimated
Employment
53
224
52
136
78
237
83
1,722
2016
Projected
Employment
62
248
57
149
85
258
90
1,865
88
141
16.98%
10.71%
9.62%
9.56%
8.97%
8.86%
8.43%
8.30%
Annual
OpeningsGrowth
4
12
2
6
4
10
4
72
Annual
OpeningsReplacements
2
6
1
2
1
4
3
26
Annual
OpeningsTotal
6
18
3
8
5
14
7
98
7
7.95%
4
2
6
11
7.80%
6
2
8
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
9
24
5
13
7
21
7
143
95
152
Top 10 Occupations by Total Annual Openings
SOC
Code
41-2011
41-2031
35-3021
11-9013
51-2092
53-7062
53-3032
35-3031
43-9061
51-4121
SOC Title
Cashiers
Retail Salespersons
Combined Food Preparation and Serving Workers,
Including Fast Food
Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers
Team Assemblers
Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers,
Hand
Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers
Waiters and Waitresses
Office Clerks, General
Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers
2014
Estimated
Employment
2,661
3,198
2016
Projected
Employment
2,732
3,306
71
108
2.67%
3.38%
Annual
OpeningsGrowth
36
54
2,322
2,437
115
4.95%
58
111
169
5,033
2,969
5,194
3,133
161
164
3.20%
5.52%
80
82
80
48
160
130
2,527
2,606
79
3.13%
40
80
120
1,722
1,365
2,409
1,355
1,865
1,416
2,457
1,414
143
51
48
59
8.30%
3.74%
1.99%
4.35%
72
26
24
30
26
70
50
33
98
96
74
63
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
Annual
OpeningsReplacements
143
118
Annual
OpeningsTotal
179
172
Top 5 Declining Occupations (Ranked by Net Growth)
SOC
Code
51-4031
51-4021
51-4072
43-9021
53-3022
SOC Title
Cutting, Punching, and Press Machine Setters,
Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic
Extruding and Drawing Machine Setters, Operators,
and Tenders, Metal and Plastic
Molding, Coremaking, and Casting Machine Setters,
Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic
Data Entry Keyers
Bus Drivers, School or Special Client
2014
Estimated
Employment
2016
Projected
Employment
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
Annual
OpeningsGrowth
Annual
OpeningsReplacements
Annual
OpeningsTotal
565
537
-28
-4.96%
0
6
6
359
346
-13
-3.62%
0
7
7
187
178
-9
-4.81%
0
2
2
117
411
110
404
-7
-7
-5.98%
-1.70%
0
0
2
6
2
6
Annual
OpeningsReplacements
0
Annual
OpeningsTotal
0
Top 5 Fastest Declining Occupations (Ranked by Percent (%) Growth) (Minimum Decline of 4)
SOC
Code
51-6031
51-7042
51-7011
43-9021
43-5041
SOC Title
Sewing Machine Operators
Woodworking Machine Setters, Operators, and
Tenders, Except Sawing
Cabinetmakers and Bench Carpenters
Data Entry Keyers
Meter Readers, Utilities
2014
Estimated
Employment
24
2016
Projected
Employment
18
-6
-25.00%
Annual
OpeningsGrowth
0
56
50
-6
-10.71%
0
0
0
62
117
80
58
110
76
-4
-7
-4
-6.45%
-5.98%
-5.00%
0
0
0
0
2
2
0
2
2
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
31
32
Western Arkansas
The Western Arkansas WIA is home to the two highest mountain peaks in Arkansas; Mount Magazine near Paris and Rich
Mountain at the Queen Wilhelmina State Park near Mena. The Cossatot River, an American Indian word for skull crusher, provides
some of the most challenging whitewater rafting in the state. Settled by Swiss and German immigrants in the 1880s, Altus has
become the wine capital of Arkansas, producing several award-winning wines from grapes grown in the Boston Mountains. Area
visitors can also see an eight-foot tall statue of Popeye in Alma, the self-proclaimed spinach capital of the world.
The Western Arkansas WIA consists of six counties: Crawford, Franklin, Logan, Polk, Scott, and Sebastian; and is bordered to the
west by the state of Oklahoma. The Arkansas portion of the Fort Smith Metropolitan Statistical Area is located in the Western
Arkansas WIA.
The Area is home to the University of Arkansas at Fort Smith, a four-year public university located in Sebastian County. Offering associate degrees and certificates, Rich
Mountain Community College in Mena and Arkansas Tech-Ozark are two-year colleges located in this Area, providing residents with a range of educational options.
The Western Arkansas WIA is expected to experience a net gain of 3,224 jobs during the projection period. Goods-Producing industries are projected to have a net gain of 638
jobs, while the Services-Providing industries are estimated to add 2,256. A gain of 330 Self-Employed and Unpaid Family Workers is anticipated during the projection period.
Professional and Business Services is expected to be the top and fastest growing supersector in the Area with a gain of 843 jobs during the projection period, an increase of 8.72
percent. All three industries in Professional and Business Services are included in the Top 10 Growing Industries List. However, Food Manufacturing is estimated to be the top
growing industry adding 475 jobs to its workforce. At 18.76 percent, Support Activities for Transportation and Paper Manufacturing are statistically tied as the fastest growing
industries in the Western Arkansas WIA. Electrical Equipment, Appliance, and Component Manufacturing is estimated to lose 225 jobs between 2014 and 2016 making it the top
declining industry, while Publishing Industries (except Internet) could be the fastest declining industry with a decline of 19.81 percent.
The Western Arkansas WIA is projected to have a net job gain of 2.80 percent between 2014 and 2016. Around 4,371 annual job openings are expected to be available during
the projection period with 2,639 for replacement and 1,732 for growth and expansion. The Production Occupations major group is projected to add the most jobs increasing by
552 during the projection period. The top four fastest growing occupations are in this major group with Paper Goods Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders projected to be the
fastest growing occupation with a growth of 15.94 percent. Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers is predicted to be the top growing occupation with 145
anticipated during the projection period. Legal Occupations, with a projected growth of 4.74 percent is estimated to be the fastest growing major group. Service Unit Operators,
Oil, Gas, and Mining is tied with Helpers--Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers as the top declining occupation with 12 job losses each. Service Unit Operators, Oil,
Gas, and Mining is also predicted to be the fastest declining occupation with a loss of 13.19 percent of its workforce. With 168 annual job openings anticipated, Retail
Salespersons leads in the number of job openings.
Western Arkansas Workforce Investment Area
2014-2016 Industry Projections by Major Division
NAICS
Code
000000
000671
006010
007010
101000
101100
110000
210000
101200
101300
102000
102100
420000
440000
480000
220000
102200
102300
520000
530000
102400
540000
550000
560000
102500
610000
620000
102600
710000
720000
102700
102800
NAICS Title
Total All Industries
Total Self Employed and Unpaid Family Workers, All Jobs
Self Employed Workers, All Jobs
Unpaid Family Workers, All Jobs
Goods Producing
Natural Resources and Mining
Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting
Mining
Construction
Manufacturing
Non-Durable Goods Manufacturing
Durable Goods Manufacturing
Services Providing
Trade, Transportation, and Utilities
Wholesale Trade
Retail Trade
Transportation and Warehousing
Utilities
Information
Financial Activities
Finance and Insurance
Real Estate and Rental and Leasing
Professional and Business Services
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
Management of Companies and Enterprises
Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services
Education and Health Services
Educational Services
Health Care and Social Assistance
Leisure and Hospitality
Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation
Accommodation and Food Services
Other Services (except Government)
Government
2014
Estimated
Employment
115,231
10,977
10,899
78
26,261
2,064
585
1,479
3,417
20,780
11,396
9,384
77,993
21,936
3,794
11,743
5,702
697
1,180
3,703
2,491
1,212
9,667
2,044
2,105
5,518
22,907
8,509
14,398
8,447
413
8,034
4,075
6,078
2016
Projected
Employment
118,455
11,307
11,229
78
26,899
1,934
584
1,350
3,456
21,509
12,168
9,341
80,249
22,479
3,954
12,031
5,805
689
1,132
3,698
2,488
1,210
10,510
2,292
2,226
5,992
23,441
8,555
14,886
8,798
457
8,341
4,086
6,105
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
3,224
330
330
0
638
-130
-1
-129
39
729
772
-43
2,256
543
160
288
103
-8
-48
-5
-3
-2
843
248
121
474
534
46
488
351
44
307
11
27
2.80%
3.01%
3.03%
0.00%
2.43%
-6.30%
-0.17%
-8.72%
1.14%
3.51%
6.77%
-0.46%
2.89%
2.48%
4.22%
2.45%
1.81%
-1.15%
-4.07%
-0.14%
-0.12%
-0.17%
8.72%
12.13%
5.75%
8.59%
2.33%
0.54%
3.39%
4.16%
10.65%
3.82%
0.27%
0.44%
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Western Arkansas Workforce Investment Area
Industry Rankings (by NAICS Subsector)
Top 10 Growing Industries (Ranked by Net Growth)
NAICS
Code
NAICS Title
311000
561000
722000
541000
322000
622000
621000
452000
327000
551000
Food Manufacturing
Administrative and Support Services
Food Services and Drinking Places
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
Paper Manufacturing
Hospitals
Ambulatory Health Care Services
General Merchandise Stores
Nonmetallic Mineral Product Manufacturing
Management of Companies and Enterprises
2014
Estimated
Employment
2016
Projected
Employment
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
8,612
5,355
7,402
2,044
1,114
4,100
4,745
3,856
733
2,105
9,087
5,821
7,703
2,292
1,323
4,300
4,919
4,000
860
2,226
475
466
301
248
209
200
174
144
127
121
5.52%
8.70%
4.07%
12.13%
18.76%
4.88%
3.67%
3.73%
17.33%
5.75%
Top 10 Fastest Growing Industries (Ranked by Percent (%) Growth)
NAICS
Code
NAICS Title
488000
322000
327000
325000
326000
541000
425000
713000
561000
453000
Support Activities for Transportation
Paper Manufacturing
Nonmetallic Mineral Product Manufacturing
Chemical Manufacturing
Plastics and Rubber Products Manufacturing
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
Wholesale Electronic Markets and Agents and Brokers
Amusement, Gambling, and Recreation Industries
Administrative and Support Services
Miscellaneous Store Retailers
2014
Estimated
Employment
2016
Projected
Employment
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
469
1,114
733
197
373
2,044
362
377
5,355
523
557
1,323
860
231
430
2,292
404
418
5,821
567
88
209
127
34
57
248
42
41
466
44
18.76%
18.76%
17.33%
17.26%
15.28%
12.13%
11.60%
10.88%
8.70%
8.41%
Top 5 Declining Industries (Ranked by Net Growth)
NAICS
Code
NAICS Title
335000
213000
333000
999100
511000
Electrical Equipment, Appliance, and Component Manufacturing
Support Activities for Mining
Machinery Manufacturing
Federal Government, Excluding Post Office
Publishing Industries (except Internet)
2014
Estimated
Employment
2016
Projected
Employment
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
2,631
1,009
1,360
1,079
207
2,406
886
1,294
1,018
166
-225
-123
-66
-61
-41
-8.55%
-12.19%
-4.85%
-5.65%
-19.81%
Top 5 Fastest Declining Industries (Ranked by Percent Growth) (Minimum Decline of 5)
NAICS
Code
NAICS Title
511000
213000
113000
335000
339000
Publishing Industries (except Internet)
Support Activities for Mining
Forestry and Logging
Electrical Equipment, Appliance, and Component Manufacturing
Miscellaneous Manufacturing
2014
Estimated
Employment
2016
Projected
Employment
Net
Growth
207
1,009
79
2,631
227
166
886
72
2,406
209
-41
-123
-7
-225
-18
Percent
Growth
-19.81%
-12.19%
-8.86%
-8.55%
-7.93%
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Western Arkansas Workforce Investment Area
2014-2016 Occupational Projections by Major Group
SOC
Code
00-0000
11-0000
13-0000
15-0000
17-0000
19-0000
21-0000
23-0000
25-0000
27-0000
29-0000
31-0000
33-0000
35-0000
37-0000
39-0000
41-0000
43-0000
45-0000
47-0000
49-0000
51-0000
53-0000
SOC Title
Total, All Occupations
Management Occupations
Business and Financial Operations Occupations
Computer and Mathematical Occupations
Architecture and Engineering Occupations
Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations
Community and Social Service Occupations
Legal Occupations
Education, Training, and Library Occupations
Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media Occupations
Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations
Healthcare Support Occupations
Protective Service Occupations
Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations
Building and Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance Occupations
Personal Care and Service Occupations
Sales and Related Occupations
Office and Administrative Support Occupations
Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Occupations
Construction and Extraction Occupations
Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Occupations
Production Occupations
Transportation and Material Moving Occupations
2014
Estimated
Employment
115,231
10,831
3,308
933
937
411
2,269
401
5,220
1,028
6,324
3,631
1,822
9,283
3,080
2,852
10,739
15,623
1,114
4,392
4,817
14,811
11,405
2016
Projected
Employment
118,455
11,137
3,434
966
954
416
2,310
420
5,262
1,051
6,584
3,758
1,882
9,653
3,199
2,914
11,015
16,005
1,163
4,424
4,922
15,363
11,623
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
3,224
306
126
33
17
5
41
19
42
23
260
127
60
370
119
62
276
382
49
32
105
552
218
2.80%
2.83%
3.81%
3.54%
1.81%
1.22%
1.81%
4.74%
0.80%
2.24%
4.11%
3.50%
3.29%
3.99%
3.86%
2.17%
2.57%
2.45%
4.40%
0.73%
2.18%
3.73%
1.91%
Annual
OpeningsGrowth
1,732
154
68
16
15
6
20
10
22
15
130
64
30
185
60
38
142
204
26
40
66
303
119
Annual
OpeningsReplacements
2,639
183
59
14
20
12
50
6
105
22
117
64
48
374
56
54
359
354
30
75
106
289
242
Annual
OpeningsTotal
4,371
337
127
30
35
18
70
16
127
37
247
128
78
559
116
92
501
558
56
115
172
592
361
Western Arkansas Workforce Investment Area
Occupational Rankings
Top 10 Growing Occupations (Ranked by Net Growth)
SOC
Code
11-9013
51-3022
51-9198
35-3021
35-3031
41-2031
53-3032
29-1141
53-7062
37-2011
SOC Title
Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers
Meat, Poultry, and Fish Cutters and Trimmers
Helpers--Production Workers
Combined Food Preparation and Serving Workers,
Including Fast Food
Waiters and Waitresses
Retail Salespersons
Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers
Registered Nurses
Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand
Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping
Cleaners
2014
Estimated
Employment
5,622
1,653
1,907
2016
Projected
Employment
5,767
1,764
2,010
2.58%
6.72%
5.40%
Annual
OpeningsGrowth
72
56
52
Annual
OpeningsReplacements
89
38
36
Annual
OpeningsTotal
161
94
88
1,997
99
4.96%
50
96
146
2,120
3,420
4,568
1,962
2,389
96
93
93
85
68
4.74%
2.80%
2.08%
4.53%
2.93%
48
46
46
42
34
105
122
68
32
74
153
168
114
74
108
1,722
66
3.99%
33
28
61
Annual
OpeningsReplacements
2
2
Annual
OpeningsTotal
24
7
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
145
111
103
2,096
2,024
3,327
4,475
1,877
2,321
1,656
Top 10 Fastest Growing Occupations (Ranked by Percent (%) Growth) (Minimum Net Growth of 5)
SOC
Code
51-9196
51-9122
51-9023
51-9195
13-1161
43-5032
13-2082
37-2021
51-9121
51-9032
SOC Title
Paper Goods Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders
Painters, Transportation Equipment
Mixing and Blending Machine Setters, Operators, and
Tenders
Molders, Shapers, and Casters, Except Metal and Plastic
Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists
Dispatchers, Except Police, Fire, and Ambulance
Tax Preparers
Pest Control Workers
Coating, Painting, and Spraying Machine Setters,
Operators, and Tenders
Cutting and Slicing Machine Setters, Operators, and
Tenders
2014
Estimated
Employment
276
77
2016
Projected
Employment
320
87
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
44
10
15.94%
12.99%
Annual
OpeningsGrowth
22
5
77
86
9
11.69%
4
2
6
60
149
210
146
68
67
164
230
159
74
7
15
20
13
6
11.67%
10.07%
9.52%
8.90%
8.82%
4
8
10
6
3
2
2
6
2
2
6
10
16
8
5
241
262
21
8.71%
10
4
14
334
362
28
8.38%
14
6
20
37
38
Top 10 Occupations by Total Annual Openings
SOC
Code
41-2031
11-9013
41-2011
35-3031
35-3021
53-3032
53-7062
51-3022
51-9198
29-1141
SOC Title
Retail Salespersons
Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers
Cashiers
Waiters and Waitresses
Combined Food Preparation and Serving Workers,
Including Fast Food
Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers
Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand
Meat, Poultry, and Fish Cutters and Trimmers
Helpers--Production Workers
Registered Nurses
2014
Estimated
Employment
3,327
5,622
2,471
2,024
2016
Projected
Employment
3,420
5,767
2,516
2,120
93
145
45
96
2.80%
2.58%
1.82%
4.74%
Annual
OpeningsGrowth
46
72
22
48
1,997
2,096
99
4.96%
50
96
146
4,475
2,321
1,653
1,907
1,877
4,568
2,389
1,764
2,010
1,962
93
68
111
103
85
2.08%
2.93%
6.72%
5.40%
4.53%
46
34
56
52
42
68
74
38
36
32
114
108
94
88
74
2014
Estimated
Employment
91
174
1,646
96
198
54
2016
Projected
Employment
79
162
1,636
88
192
48
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
Annual
OpeningsGrowth
0
0
0
0
0
0
Annual
OpeningsReplacements
4
6
27
2
3
2
Annual
OpeningsTotal
4
6
27
2
3
2
Percent
Growth
Annual
OpeningsGrowth
Annual
OpeningsReplacements
Annual
OpeningsTotal
-13.19%
-12.82%
-11.11%
-9.76%
-8.33%
0
0
0
0
0
4
2
2
1
2
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
Annual
OpeningsReplacements
122
89
133
105
Annual
OpeningsTotal
168
161
155
153
Top 5 Declining Occupations (Ranked by Net Growth)
SOC
Code
47-5013
49-9098
51-2092
53-7073
13-1041
19-4093
SOC Title
Service Unit Operators, Oil, Gas, and Mining
Helpers--Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers
Team Assemblers
Wellhead Pumpers
Compliance Officers
Forest and Conservation Technicians
-12
-12
-10
-8
-6
-6
-13.19%
-6.90%
-0.61%
-8.33%
-3.03%
-11.11%
Top 5 Fastest Declining Occupations (Ranked by Percent (%) Growth) (Minimum Decline of 5)
SOC
Code
47-5013
27-3022
19-4093
47-5071
53-7073
SOC Title
Service Unit Operators, Oil, Gas, and Mining
Reporters and Correspondents
Forest and Conservation Technicians
Roustabouts, Oil and Gas
Wellhead Pumpers
2014
Estimated
Employment
91
39
54
41
96
2016
Projected
Employment
79
34
48
37
88
Net
Growth
-12
-5
-6
-4
-8
4
2
2
1
2
West Central Arkansas
The West Central Arkansas WIA contains unbelievable natural resources for recreational use, including multiple lakes and
mountains. Petit Jean State Park, located near Morrilton, is home to Cedar Falls, the tallest continuously flowing waterfall in the
state. The Crater of Diamonds State Park, located in Murfreesboro, is recognized as the only public diamond mine in the world
where you keep what you find. Visitors found 121.02 total carats in 2014 with one that was 6.19 carats. Hot Springs is also a center
for tourism with its famous Bathhouse Row, a theme park, and other historic attractions.
The West Central Arkansas WIA consists of 10 counties: Clark, Conway, Garland, Hot Spring, Johnson, Montgomery, Perry,
Pike, Pope, and Yell; with the Hot Springs Metropolitan Statistical Area located within the WIA.
The Area has several four-year colleges: Arkansas Tech University in Russellville, Henderson State University and Ouachita
Baptist University in Arkadelphia, and the University of the Ozarks in Clarksville. There are also a number of two-year community
and technical colleges in the Area: National Park Community College in Hot Springs, a campus of the University of Arkansas
Community College System in Morrilton, and College of the Ouachitas in Malvern.
The West Central Arkansas WIA is expected to see a growth of 3,307 by the first quarter of 2016. Goods-Producing industries are projected to gain 373 new jobs, while the
Services-Providing industries are predicted to add 2,528. There is estimated to be 406 more Self-Employed and Unpaid Family Workers in this Area by 2016.
Leisure and Hospitality is predicted to be the top and fastest growing supersector adding 760 new jobs, an increase of 6.35 percent. Driving this growth is Food Services and
Drinking Places with a growth of 422 making it the top growing industry in the West Central Arkansas WIA. Furniture and Related Product Manufacturing is forecasted to be the
fastest growing industry, raising employment by 49.62 percent over the next two years. Hospitals is projected to experience a loss of 128 jobs making it the top declining industry,
while Motion Picture and Sound Recording Industries is anticipating a 13.92 percent decline in its workforce making it the fastest declining industry in the Area.
The Area’s employment is expected to increase by 2.71 percent during the projection period. An estimated 4,660 annual job openings are anticipated in this Area. Growth and
expansion is estimated to account for 1,782 of those jobs, while 2,878 would be for replacement. The Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations major group is
projected to add the most jobs with 462 between 2014 and 2016. Personal Care and Service Occupations is predicted to be the fastest growing major group with an increase of
6.99 percent. Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers is estimated to be the top growing occupation with a gain of 239. Cabinetmakers and Bench Carpenters is
forecasted to be the fastest growing occupation increasing employment by 46.48 percent. Control and Valve Installers and Repairers, Except Mechanical Door is projected to lose
the most jobs with 11 anticipated to be cut, while Telecommunications Equipment Installers and Repairers, Except Line Installers could lose 7.84 percent of its workforce making
it the fastest declining occupation. Cashiers is estimated to have the most annual job openings with 235 between 2014 and 2016.
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West Central Arkansas Workforce Investment Area
2014-2016 Industry Projections by Major Division
NAICS
Code
000000
000671
006010
007010
101000
101100
110000
210000
101200
101300
102000
102100
420000
440000
480000
220000
102200
102300
520000
530000
102400
540000
550000
560000
102500
610000
620000
102600
710000
720000
102700
102800
NAICS Title
Total All Industries
Total Self Employed and Unpaid Family Workers, All Jobs
Self Employed Workers, All Jobs
Unpaid Family Workers, All Jobs
Goods Producing
Natural Resources and Mining
Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting
Mining
Construction
Manufacturing
Non-Durable Goods Manufacturing
Durable Goods Manufacturing
Services Providing
Trade, Transportation, and Utilities
Wholesale Trade
Retail Trade
Transportation and Warehousing
Utilities
Information
Financial Activities
Finance and Insurance
Real Estate and Rental and Leasing
Professional and Business Services
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
Management of Companies and Enterprises
Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services
Education and Health Services
Educational Services
Health Care and Social Assistance
Leisure and Hospitality
Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation
Accommodation and Food Services
Other Services (except Government)
Government
2014
Estimated
Employment
121,914
12,672
12,592
80
22,481
2,314
1,784
530
4,293
15,874
9,086
6,788
86,761
21,135
2,187
13,720
3,856
1,372
953
4,129
3,107
1,022
8,327
2,776
427
5,124
28,372
12,589
15,783
11,976
1,942
10,034
3,930
7,939
2016
Projected
Employment
125,221
13,078
13,000
78
22,854
2,388
1,872
516
4,224
16,242
9,262
6,980
89,289
21,595
2,145
14,209
3,930
1,311
914
4,274
3,183
1,091
8,832
2,855
452
5,525
29,026
12,757
16,269
12,736
2,199
10,537
3,962
7,950
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
3,307
406
408
-2
373
74
88
-14
-69
368
176
192
2,528
460
-42
489
74
-61
-39
145
76
69
505
79
25
401
654
168
486
760
257
503
32
11
2.71%
3.20%
3.24%
-2.50%
1.66%
3.20%
4.93%
-2.64%
-1.61%
2.32%
1.94%
2.83%
2.91%
2.18%
-1.92%
3.56%
1.92%
-4.45%
-4.09%
3.51%
2.45%
6.75%
6.06%
2.85%
5.85%
7.83%
2.31%
1.33%
3.08%
6.35%
13.23%
5.01%
0.81%
0.14%
West Central Arkansas Workforce Investment Area
Industry Rankings (by NAICS Subsector)
Top 10 Growing Industries (Ranked by Net Growth)
NAICS
Code
NAICS Title
722000
561000
624000
621000
611000
452000
445000
321000
311000
721000
Food Services and Drinking Places
Administrative and Support Services
Social Assistance
Ambulatory Health Care Services
Educational Services
General Merchandise Stores
Food and Beverage Stores
Wood Product Manufacturing
Food Manufacturing
Accommodation, including Hotels and Motels
2014
Estimated
Employment
2016
Projected
Employment
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
8,632
4,813
3,793
4,929
12,589
3,998
1,831
2,219
5,992
1,402
9,054
5,203
4,157
5,108
12,757
4,159
1,977
2,318
6,075
1,483
422
390
364
179
168
161
146
99
83
81
4.89%
8.10%
9.60%
3.63%
1.33%
4.03%
7.97%
4.46%
1.39%
5.78%
Top 10 Fastest Growing Industries (Ranked by Percent (%) Growth) (Minimum Net Growth of 5)
NAICS
Code
NAICS Title
337000
111000
488000
327000
451000
532000
624000
561000
445000
811000
Furniture and Related Product Manufacturing
Crop Production
Support Activities for Transportation
Nonmetallic Mineral Product Manufacturing
Sporting Goods, Hobby, Book, and Music Stores
Rental and Leasing Services
Social Assistance
Administrative and Support Services
Food and Beverage Stores
Repair and Maintenance
2014
Estimated
Employment
2016
Projected
Employment
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
131
92
352
379
405
281
3,793
4,813
1,831
807
196
127
399
417
444
308
4,157
5,203
1,977
868
65
35
47
38
39
27
364
390
146
61
49.62%
38.04%
13.35%
10.03%
9.63%
9.61%
9.60%
8.10%
7.97%
7.56%
41
42
Top 5 Declining Industries (Ranked by Net Growth)
NAICS
Code
NAICS Title
622000
493000
221000
999300
448000
Hospitals
Warehousing and Storage
Utilities
Local Government, Excluding Education and Hospitals
Clothing and Clothing Accessories Stores
2014
Estimated
Employment
2016
Projected
Employment
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
3,705
1,139
1,372
3,549
624
3,577
1,077
1,311
3,489
571
-128
-62
-61
-60
-53
-3.45%
-5.44%
-4.45%
-1.69%
-8.49%
Top 5 Fastest Declining Industries (Ranked by Percent (%) Growth) (Minimum Decline of 5)
NAICS
Code
NAICS Title
512000
425000
448000
454000
814000
Motion Picture and Sound Recording Industries
Wholesale Electronic Markets and Agents and Brokers
Clothing and Clothing Accessories Stores
Nonstore Retailers
Private Households
2014
Estimated
Employment
2016
Projected
Employment
79
282
624
142
84
68
247
571
130
78
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
-11 -13.92%
-35 -12.41%
-53 -8.49%
-12 -8.45%
-6 -7.14%
West Central Arkansas Workforce Investment Area
2014-2016 Occupational Projections by Major Group
SOC
Code
00-0000
11-0000
13-0000
15-0000
17-0000
19-0000
21-0000
23-0000
25-0000
27-0000
29-0000
31-0000
33-0000
35-0000
37-0000
39-0000
41-0000
43-0000
45-0000
47-0000
49-0000
51-0000
53-0000
SOC Title
Total, All Occupations
Management Occupations
Business and Financial Operations Occupations
Computer and Mathematical Occupations
Architecture and Engineering Occupations
Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations
Community and Social Service Occupations
Legal Occupations
Education, Training, and Library Occupations
Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media Occupations
Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations
Healthcare Support Occupations
Protective Service Occupations
Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations
Building and Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance Occupations
Personal Care and Service Occupations
Sales and Related Occupations
Office and Administrative Support Occupations
Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Occupations
Construction and Extraction Occupations
Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Occupations
Production Occupations
Transportation and Material Moving Occupations
2014
Estimated
Employment
121,914
11,820
2,440
765
1,083
623
2,549
328
7,859
1,193
6,378
4,174
2,305
10,503
4,286
4,865
12,198
16,793
1,095
4,790
4,852
11,560
9,455
2016
Projected
Employment
125,221
12,167
2,484
770
1,071
624
2,598
334
8,006
1,215
6,460
4,287
2,381
10,965
4,451
5,205
12,625
17,128
1,145
4,802
4,961
11,858
9,684
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
3,307
347
44
5
-12
1
49
6
147
22
82
113
76
462
165
340
427
335
50
12
109
298
229
2.71%
2.94%
1.80%
0.65%
-1.11%
0.16%
1.92%
1.83%
1.87%
1.84%
1.29%
2.71%
3.30%
4.40%
3.85%
6.99%
3.50%
1.99%
4.57%
0.25%
2.25%
2.58%
2.42%
Annual
OpeningsGrowth
1,782
174
26
5
2
4
26
4
74
13
47
57
40
232
83
173
218
192
26
20
73
170
124
Annual
OpeningsReplacements
2,878
198
43
12
22
18
54
5
156
26
120
72
72
423
79
92
420
388
28
80
108
246
214
Annual
OpeningsTotal
4,660
372
69
17
24
22
80
9
230
39
167
129
112
655
162
265
638
580
54
100
181
416
338
43
44
West Central Arkansas Workforce Investment Area
Occupational Rankings
Top 10 Growing Occupations (Ranked by Net Growth)
SOC
Code
11-9013
39-9021
43-4051
35-3021
41-2011
35-3031
53-3032
41-1011
41-2031
53-7062
SOC Title
Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers
Personal Care Aides
Customer Service Representatives
Combined Food Preparation and Serving Workers,
Including Fast Food
Cashiers
Waiters and Waitresses
Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers
First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers
Retail Salespersons
Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand
2014
Estimated
Employment
7,045
1,637
2,105
2016
Projected
Employment
7,284
1,808
2,248
2,165
3,106
2,054
2,525
1,879
3,226
2,295
3.39%
10.45%
6.79%
Annual
OpeningsGrowth
120
86
72
Annual
OpeningsReplacements
112
9
55
Annual
OpeningsTotal
232
95
127
137
6.33%
68
104
172
136
88
82
75
75
69
4.38%
4.28%
3.25%
3.99%
2.32%
3.01%
68
44
41
38
38
34
167
106
38
40
118
73
235
150
79
78
156
107
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
239
171
143
2,302
3,242
2,142
2,607
1,954
3,301
2,364
Top 10 Fastest Growing Occupations (Ranked by Percent (%) Growth) (Minimum Net Growth of 5)
SOC
Code
51-7011
49-3011
39-9021
39-2021
33-9032
51-5112
37-2021
39-2011
45-2092
43-5032
SOC Title
Cabinetmakers and Bench Carpenters
Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians
Personal Care Aides
Nonfarm Animal Caretakers
Security Guards
Printing Press Operators
Pest Control Workers
Animal Trainers
Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and
Greenhouse
Dispatchers, Except Police, Fire, and Ambulance
2014
Estimated
Employment
71
78
1,637
365
513
73
93
160
2016
Projected
Employment
104
89
1,808
401
562
79
100
172
33
11
171
36
49
6
7
12
46.48%
14.10%
10.45%
9.86%
9.55%
8.22%
7.53%
7.50%
Annual
OpeningsGrowth
16
6
86
18
24
3
4
6
476
510
34
7.14%
17
15
32
113
121
8
7.08%
4
3
7
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
Annual
OpeningsReplacements
0
2
9
4
7
1
2
6
Annual
OpeningsTotal
16
8
95
22
31
4
6
12
Top 10 Occupations by Total Annual Openings
SOC
Code
41-2011
11-9013
35-3021
41-2031
35-3031
43-4051
53-7062
39-9021
53-3032
41-1011
SOC Title
Cashiers
Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers
Combined Food Preparation and Serving Workers,
Including Fast Food
Retail Salespersons
Waiters and Waitresses
Customer Service Representatives
Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand
Personal Care Aides
Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers
First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers
2014
Estimated
Employment
3,106
7,045
2016
Projected
Employment
3,242
7,284
136
239
4.38%
3.39%
Annual
OpeningsGrowth
68
120
2,165
2,302
137
6.33%
68
104
172
3,226
2,054
2,105
2,295
1,637
2,525
1,879
3,301
2,142
2,248
2,364
1,808
2,607
1,954
75
88
143
69
171
82
75
2.32%
4.28%
6.79%
3.01%
10.45%
3.25%
3.99%
38
44
72
34
86
41
38
118
106
55
73
9
38
40
156
150
127
107
95
79
78
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
Annual
OpeningsReplacements
167
112
Annual
OpeningsTotal
235
232
Top 5 Declining Occupations (Ranked by Net Growth)
SOC
Code
49-9012
53-7063
47-2073
49-2022
43-9021
SOC Title
Control and Valve Installers and Repairers, Except
Mechanical Door
Machine Feeders and Offbearers
Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment
Operators
Telecommunications Equipment Installers and Repairers,
Except Line Installers
Data Entry Keyers
2014
Estimated
Employment
2016
Projected
Employment
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
Annual
OpeningsGrowth
Annual
OpeningsReplacements
Annual
OpeningsTotal
169
158
-11
-6.51%
0
5
5
553
543
-10
-1.81%
0
12
12
441
432
-9
-2.04%
0
10
10
102
94
-8
-7.84%
0
2
2
128
121
-7
-5.47%
0
2
2
Percent
Growth
Annual
OpeningsGrowth
Annual
OpeningsReplacements
Annual
OpeningsTotal
Top 5 Fastest Declining Occupations (Ranked by Percent (%) Growth) (Minimum Decline of 5)
SOC
Code
49-2022
49-9012
49-9052
43-9021
49-9051
SOC Title
Telecommunications Equipment Installers and Repairers,
Except Line Installers
Control and Valve Installers and Repairers, Except
Mechanical Door
Telecommunications Line Installers and Repairers
Data Entry Keyers
Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers
2014
Estimated
Employment
2016
Projected
Employment
Net
Growth
102
94
-8
-7.84%
0
2
2
169
158
-11
-6.51%
0
5
5
88
128
147
83
121
142
-5
-7
-5
-5.68%
-5.47%
-3.40%
0
0
0
2
2
5
2
2
5
45
46
Central Arkansas
The Central Arkansas WIA is home to the Prairie County Museum in Des Arc, which contains artifacts and exhibits that tell the
story of the Lower White River’s influence on the first settlements in the Arkansas frontier, while Pickles Gap Village in Conway
presents a unique variety of shops for those traveling through to the Ozarks. Located in Scott, the Plantation Agricultural Museum,
tells the history of cotton agriculture in the state; and the Toltec Indian Mounds State Park, a national historic landmark, preserves
and interprets the state’s tallest Native American mounds. The Little Rock Air Force Base in Jacksonville is the world’s largest
training ground for C-130 pilots and North Little Rock’s Old Mill, an authentic reproduction of a water-powered gristmill, was seen
in the opening credits of “Gone with the Wind.”
The Central Arkansas WIA consists of six counties, all within commuting distance of the City of Little Rock WIA: Faulkner,
Lonoke, Monroe, Prairie, Saline, and the portion of Pulaski County outside of Little Rock. The majority of the Little Rock-North
Little Rock-Conway Metropolitan Statistical Area is located in this Area.
Three four-year colleges and universities are located in Conway: the University of Central Arkansas, home to Arkansas’s Public
Broadcasting Station, Arkansas Educational Television Network (AETN); Hendrix College; and Central Baptist College. There are
satellite campuses of other colleges and universities, including the University of Arkansas at Little Rock-Benton and the Pulaski Technical College-Saline County Career Center in
Bauxite. Two two-year colleges, Shorter College and Pulaski Technical College, are located in North Little Rock.
The Area is expected to add 3,763 new jobs, an increase of 2.22 percent. Goods-Producing industries are projected to gain 227 new jobs, while the Services-Providing industries
are predicted to add 3,534 jobs. However, minimal change is expected in Self-Employed and Unpaid Family Workers between 2014 and 2016.
Professional and Business Services is expected to be the top and fastest growing supersector adding 1,007 jobs during the projection period and increasing by 5.77 percent.
Food Services and Drinking Places is estimated to be the top growing industry with an increase of 697 new jobs. Data Processing, Hosting and Related Services is predicted to be
the fastest growing industry increasing by 30.73 percent. On the negative side of the economy, Paper Manufacturing is estimated to lose 101 jobs making it the top declining
industry, while Transportation Equipment Manufacturing is anticipated to lose 12.30 percent of its workforce.
The Central Arkansas WIA is expected to have 6,015 annual job openings during the projection period with 2,011 being for growth and expansion and 4,004 being for
replacement. Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations is projected to be the top growing major group with an increase of 681. Driving this growth is Combined
Food Preparation and Serving Workers, Including Fast Food, which is predicted to be the top growing occupation with a gain of 236 jobs. Computer and Mathematical
Occupations is forecasted to be the fastest growing major group adding 5.29 percent to its workforce. The fastest growing occupation is set to be Computer Systems Analysts,
which is anticipated to add 8.10 percent to its workforce. Order Clerks is projected to lose the most jobs with 17 expected to be cut, while Paper Goods Machine Setters,
Operators, and Tenders, is estimated to lead all occupations in percent decline with an anticipated decline of 6.28 percent. Cashiers is estimated to have the most annual openings
with 385 between 2014 and 2016.
Central Arkansas Workforce Investment Area
2014-2016 Industry Projections by Major Division
NAICS
Code
000000
000671
006010
007010
101000
101100
110000
210000
101200
101300
102000
102100
420000
440000
480000
220000
102200
102300
520000
530000
102400
540000
550000
560000
102500
610000
620000
102600
710000
720000
102700
102800
NAICS Title
Total All Industries
Total Self Employed and Unpaid Family Workers, All Jobs
Self Employed Workers, All Jobs
Unpaid Family Workers, All Jobs
Goods Producing
Natural Resources and Mining
Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting
Mining
Construction
Manufacturing
Non-Durable Goods Manufacturing
Durable Goods Manufacturing
Services Providing
Trade, Transportation, and Utilities
Wholesale Trade
Retail Trade
Transportation and Warehousing
Utilities
Information
Financial Activities
Finance and Insurance
Real Estate and Rental and Leasing
Professional and Business Services
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
Management of Companies and Enterprises
Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services
Education and Health Services
Educational Services
Health Care and Social Assistance
Leisure and Hospitality
Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation
Accommodation and Food Services
Other Services (except Government)
Government
2014
Estimated
Employment
169,638
13,207
13,097
110
22,574
2,249
825
1,424
8,736
11,589
3,882
7,707
133,857
36,180
6,757
22,060
6,824
539
1,217
6,061
4,109
1,952
17,446
6,822
1,103
9,521
34,071
13,967
20,104
16,417
1,089
15,328
8,238
14,227
2016
Projected
Employment
173,401
13,209
13,101
108
22,801
2,128
848
1,280
9,009
11,664
3,815
7,849
137,391
36,905
6,806
22,760
6,809
530
1,248
6,101
4,067
2,034
18,453
7,137
1,167
10,149
34,827
14,081
20,746
17,177
1,137
16,040
8,269
14,411
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
3,763
2
4
-2
227
-121
23
-144
273
75
-67
142
3,534
725
49
700
-15
-9
31
40
-42
82
1,007
315
64
628
756
114
642
760
48
712
31
184
2.22%
0.02%
0.03%
-1.82%
1.01%
-5.38%
2.79%
-10.11%
3.13%
0.65%
-1.73%
1.84%
2.64%
2.00%
0.73%
3.17%
-0.22%
-1.67%
2.55%
0.66%
-1.02%
4.20%
5.77%
4.62%
5.80%
6.60%
2.22%
0.82%
3.19%
4.63%
4.41%
4.65%
0.38%
1.29%
47
48
Central Arkansas Workforce Investment Area
Industry Rankings (by NAICS Subsector)
Top 10 Growing industries (Ranked by Net Growth)
NAICS
Code
NAICS Title
2014
Estimated
Employment
2016
Projected
Employment
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
722000
Food Services and Drinking Places
14,178
14,875
697
4.92%
561000
Administrative and Support Services
9,060
9,708
648
7.15%
621000
Ambulatory Health Care Services
5,839
6,201
362
6.20%
4.62%
541000
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
6,822
7,137
315
452000
General Merchandise Stores
6,195
6,436
241
3.89%
624000
Social Assistance
4,813
5,001
188
3.91%
238000
Specialty Trade Contractors
6,070
6,233
163
2.69%
424000
Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods
2,228
2,349
121
5.43%
441000
Motor Vehicle and Parts Dealers
3,672
3,790
118
3.21%
611000
Educational Services
13,967
14,081
114
0.82%
Top 10 Fastest Growing Industries (Ranked by Percent (%) Growth) (Minimum Net Growth of 5)
2014
Estimated
Employment
2016
Projected
Employment
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
179
234
55
30.73%
1,225
1,337
112
9.14%
Support Activities for Agriculture and Forestry
180
196
16
8.89%
339000
Miscellaneous Manufacturing
165
178
13
7.88%
486000
Pipeline Transportation
65
70
5
7.69%
561000
Administrative and Support Services
9,060
9,708
648
7.15%
621000
Ambulatory Health Care Services
5,839
6,201
362
6.20%
551000
Management of Companies and Enterprises
1,103
1,167
64
5.80%
311000
Food Manufacturing
708
748
40
5.65%
531000
Real Estate
1,359
1,434
75
5.52%
NAICS
Code
NAICS Title
518000
Data Processing, Hosting and Related Services
453000
Miscellaneous Store Retailers
115000
Top 5 Declining Industries (Ranked by Net Growth)
NAICS
Code
NAICS Title
2014
Estimated
Employment
2016
Projected
Employment
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
322000
Paper Manufacturing
1,384
1,283
-101
-7.30%
493000
Warehousing and Storage
1,165
1,101
-64
-5.49%
-8.74%
425000
Wholesale Electronic Markets and Agents and Brokers
721
658
-63
336000
Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
366
321
-45
-12.30%
443000
Electronics and Appliance Stores
801
759
-42
-5.24%
Top 5 Fastest Declining Industries (Ranked by Percent (%) Growth) (Minimum Decline of 5)
NAICS
Code
NAICS Title
2014
Estimated
Employment
2016
Projected
Employment
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
336000
Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
366
321
-45
-12.30%
425000
Wholesale Electronic Markets and Agents and Brokers
721
658
-63
-8.74%
322000
Paper Manufacturing
1,384
1,283
-101
-7.30%
454000
Nonstore Retailers
161
150
-11
-6.83%
493000
Warehousing and Storage
1,165
1,101
-64
-5.49%
49
50
Central Arkansas Workforce Investment Area
2014-2016 Occupational Projections by Major Group
SOC
Code
00-0000
11-0000
13-0000
15-0000
17-0000
19-0000
21-0000
23-0000
25-0000
27-0000
29-0000
31-0000
33-0000
35-0000
37-0000
39-0000
41-0000
43-0000
45-0000
47-0000
49-0000
51-0000
53-0000
SOC Title
Total, All Occupations
Management Occupations
Business and Financial Operations Occupations
Computer and Mathematical Occupations
Architecture and Engineering Occupations
Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations
Community and Social Service Occupations
Legal Occupations
Education, Training, and Library Occupations
Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media Occupations
Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations
Healthcare Support Occupations
Protective Service Occupations
Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations
Building and Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance Occupations
Personal Care and Service Occupations
Sales and Related Occupations
Office and Administrative Support Occupations
Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Occupations
Construction and Extraction Occupations
Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Occupations
Production Occupations
Transportation and Material Moving Occupations
2014
Estimated
Employment
169,638
12,680
5,445
3,779
1,470
690
4,200
638
9,334
1,915
9,978
5,868
3,117
15,435
6,095
5,813
18,609
24,929
631
9,050
7,486
9,578
12,898
2016
Projected
Employment
173,401
12,815
5,560
3,979
1,497
704
4,254
650
9,449
1,942
10,336
5,984
3,218
16,116
6,290
6,000
19,036
25,347
645
9,156
7,602
9,671
13,150
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
3,763
135
115
200
27
14
54
12
115
27
358
116
101
681
195
187
427
418
14
106
116
93
252
2.22%
1.06%
2.11%
5.29%
1.84%
2.03%
1.29%
1.88%
1.23%
1.41%
3.59%
1.98%
3.24%
4.41%
3.20%
3.22%
2.29%
1.68%
2.22%
1.17%
1.55%
0.97%
1.95%
Annual
OpeningsGrowth
2,011
72
60
100
16
7
28
6
58
14
180
58
50
340
98
95
218
240
8
88
64
76
133
Annual
OpeningsReplacements
4,004
218
96
54
33
20
88
10
187
40
186
103
76
612
114
100
658
570
17
168
172
190
291
Annual
OpeningsTotal
6,015
290
156
154
49
27
116
16
245
54
366
161
126
952
212
195
876
810
25
256
236
266
424
Central Arkansas Workforce Investment Area
Occupational Rankings
Top 10 Growing Occupations (Ranked by Net Growth)
SOC
Code
35-3021
41-2011
43-4051
35-3031
39-9021
41-2031
37-2011
53-7062
29-1141
35-2014
SOC Title
Combined Food Preparation and Serving Workers, Including
Fast Food
Cashiers
Customer Service Representatives
Waiters and Waitresses
Personal Care Aides
Retail Salespersons
Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping
Cleaners
Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand
Registered Nurses
Cooks, Restaurant
2014
Estimated
Employment
2016
Projected
Employment
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
Annual
OpeningsGrowth
Annual
OpeningsReplacements
Annual
OpeningsTotal
4,000
4,236
236
5.90%
118
192
310
5,365
3,244
3,194
2,370
5,459
5,559
3,385
3,325
2,493
5,574
194
141
131
123
115
3.62%
4.35%
4.10%
5.19%
2.11%
97
70
66
62
58
288
85
166
13
201
385
155
232
75
259
3,098
3,202
104
3.36%
52
52
104
3,006
2,654
1,279
3,102
2,732
1,356
96
78
77
3.19%
2.94%
6.02%
48
39
38
96
45
26
144
84
64
Annual
OpeningsReplacements
6
5
8
26
Annual
OpeningsTotal
24
20
20
64
Top 10 Fastest Growing Occupations (Ranked by Percent (%) Growth) (Minimum Net Growth of 5)
SOC
Code
15-1121
39-2021
29-1123
35-2014
51-4011
35-3021
29-1122
29-1127
29-2021
39-9021
SOC Title
Computer Systems Analysts
Nonfarm Animal Caretakers
Physical Therapists
Cooks, Restaurant
Computer-Controlled Machine Tool Operators, Metal and
Plastic
Combined Food Preparation and Serving Workers, Including
Fast Food
Occupational Therapists
Speech-Language Pathologists
Dental Hygienists
Personal Care Aides
2014
Estimated
Employment
432
428
351
1,279
2016
Projected
Employment
467
458
375
1,356
35
30
24
77
8.10%
7.01%
6.84%
6.02%
Annual
OpeningsGrowth
18
15
12
38
134
142
8
5.97%
4
3
7
4,000
4,236
236
5.90%
118
192
310
328
401
213
2,370
347
424
225
2,493
19
23
12
123
5.79%
5.74%
5.63%
5.19%
10
12
6
62
2
5
4
13
12
17
10
75
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
51
52
Top 10 Occupations by Total Annual Openings
SOC
Code
41-2011
35-3021
41-2031
35-3031
43-4051
53-7062
43-5081
43-9061
37-2011
29-1141
SOC Title
Cashiers
Combined Food Preparation and Serving Workers, Including
Fast Food
Retail Salespersons
Waiters and Waitresses
Customer Service Representatives
Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand
Stock Clerks and Order Fillers
Office Clerks, General
Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping
Cleaners
Registered Nurses
2014
Estimated
Employment
5,365
2016
Projected
Employment
5,559
194
3.62%
Annual
OpeningsGrowth
97
4,000
4,236
236
5.90%
118
192
310
5,459
3,194
3,244
3,006
3,440
3,661
5,574
3,325
3,385
3,102
3,485
3,727
115
131
141
96
45
66
2.11%
4.10%
4.35%
3.19%
1.31%
1.80%
58
66
70
48
22
33
201
166
85
96
110
76
259
232
155
144
132
109
3,098
3,202
104
3.36%
52
52
104
2,654
2,732
78
2.94%
39
45
84
2016
Projected
Employment
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
Annual
OpeningsGrowth
Annual
OpeningsReplacements
Annual
OpeningsTotal
332
224
883
868
136
-17
-15
-13
-10
-9
-4.87%
-6.28%
-1.45%
-1.14%
-6.21%
0
0
0
0
0
9
2
47
16
2
9
2
47
16
2
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
Annual
OpeningsReplacements
288
Annual
OpeningsTotal
385
Top 5 Declining Occupations (Ranked by Net Growth)
SOC
Code
43-4151
51-9196
43-3071
51-9198
51-9032
SOC Title
2014
Estimated
Employment
Order Clerks
Paper Goods Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders
Tellers
Helpers--Production Workers
Cutting and Slicing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders
349
239
896
878
145
Top 5 Fastest Declining Occupations (Ranked by Percent (%) Growth) (Minimum Decline of 4)
SOC
Code
51-9196
51-9032
43-4151
43-4071
43-9011
SOC Title
Paper Goods Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders
Cutting and Slicing Machine Setters, Operators, and
Tenders
Order Clerks
File Clerks
Computer Operators
2014
Estimated
Employment
239
2016
Projected
Employment
224
145
349
89
120
-6.28%
Annual
OpeningsGrowth
0
Annual
OpeningsReplacements
2
Annual
OpeningsTotal
2
-9
-6.21%
0
2
2
-17
-4
-5
-4.87%
-4.49%
-4.17%
0
0
0
9
2
2
9
2
2
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
-15
136
332
85
115
City of Little Rock
The City of Little Rock WIA has numerous attractions and resources for people to enjoy. There are a number of museums in the
Area, including the Arkansas Arts Center, which houses art galleries, a Children’s Theater, and other attractions related to the arts.
As Arkansas’ largest airport, the Bill and Hillary Clinton National Airport transports over two million passengers in and out of the
city each year. Central High School is considered one of Arkansas' most important historical landmarks. In 1957, the school was
brought to national attention in one of the earliest school desegregation struggles in the modern civil rights movement. With the
addition of the Clinton Presidential Library and the revitalization of the River Market District, the downtown area has become a
tourist destination for the State and Area. In addition, if you like biking or walking, three pedestrian/biking bridges may fit your
style: the Junction Bridge, the Big Dam Bridge, and the Two Rivers Bridge. The Area is also home to the American Taekwondo
Association, which has more than 300,000 active members worldwide and hosts its World Championships annually.
The City of Little Rock WIA is a center for government operations, serving as the county seat of Pulaski County as well as the
state’s capital. The WIA is recognized as part of the Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Three four-year colleges are located in the Area: one public university, the University of Arkansas at Little Rock; and three private colleges, Arkansas Baptist College, Philander
Smith College, and Remington College. It is also home to the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences and the UALR William H. Bowen School of Law, one of two law
schools in the state. A campus of Pulaski Tech is also located not far from the Pulaski/Saline County line. This amounts to a wealth of educational opportunities for the citizens of
Arkansas, especially in the central part of the state.
The City of Little Rock WIA is expected to grow by 4,374 jobs by 2016, or an increase of 2.37 percent. Goods-Producing industries are projected to experience a net gain of 269
jobs, while the Services-Providing industries are predicted to add 3,995. Self-Employed and Unpaid Family Workers is expected to experience a gain of 110 jobs.
Professional and Business Services is estimated to be the top growing supersector in the City of Little Rock WIA adding an anticipated 979 new jobs. At 4.89 percent, Leisure
and Hospitality is projected to be the fastest growing supersector. Food Services and Drinking Places is estimated to gain 520 new jobs between 2014 and 2016. Machinery
Manufacturing is expected to be the fastest growing industry with a gain of 18.32 percent. On the negative side of the economy, Hospitals in the City of Little Rock WIA could
lose 114 jobs making it the top declining industry, while Wood Product Manufacturing could be the fastest declining industry with a rate of 18.25 percent.
Area employers are expected to have 6,449 annual openings during the projection period. Of these, 4,169 would be for replacement and 2,280 for growth and expansion. Office
and Administrative Support Occupations is projected to be the top growing major group with 567 new jobs, while Personal Care and Service Occupations is estimated to be
the fastest growing major group with a gain of 5.52 percent. Retail Salespersons, of the Sales and Related Occupations major group, is anticipated to be the top growing
occupation with 212 new jobs and have the most annual openings with 300, while Grinding, Lapping, Polishing, and Buffing Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal
and Plastic could be the fastest growing occupation at a growth of 15.79 percent. On the negative side of the economy, Data Entry Keyers is forecasted to lose the most jobs with
19 job losses anticipated, while Computer Operators could lose 6.93 percent of its workforce, making it the fastest declining occupation in the City of Little Rock WIA.
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City of Little Rock Workforce Investment Area
2014-2016 Industry Projections by Major Division
NAICS
Code
000000
000671
006010
007010
101000
101100
101200
101300
102000
102100
420000
440000
480000
220000
102200
102300
520000
530000
102400
540000
550000
560000
102500
610000
620000
102600
710000
720000
102700
102800
NAICS Title
Total All Industries
Total Self Employed and Unpaid Family Workers, All Jobs
Self Employed Workers, All Jobs
Unpaid Family Workers, All Jobs
Goods Producing
Natural Resources and Mining
Construction
Manufacturing
Non-Durable Goods Manufacturing
Durable Goods Manufacturing
Services Providing
Trade, Transportation, and Utilities
Wholesale Trade
Retail Trade
Transportation and Warehousing
Utilities
Information
Financial Activities
Finance and Insurance
Real Estate and Rental and Leasing
Professional and Business Services
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
Management of Companies and Enterprises
Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services
Education and Health Services
Educational Services
Health Care and Social Assistance
Leisure and Hospitality
Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation
Accommodation and Food Services
Other Services (except Government)
Government
2014
Estimated
Employment
184,677
10,680
10,569
111
11,583
394
4,037
7,152
2,400
4,752
162,414
27,447
6,641
14,836
4,311
1,659
5,366
13,814
11,252
2,562
23,518
10,096
3,246
10,176
47,734
12,718
35,016
14,324
1,485
12,839
6,957
23,254
2016
Projected
Employment
189,051
10,790
10,679
111
11,852
387
4,142
7,323
2,401
4,922
166,409
28,154
6,704
15,386
4,372
1,692
5,493
14,109
11,471
2,638
24,497
10,491
3,433
10,573
48,666
12,695
35,971
15,024
1,628
13,396
7,038
23,428
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
4,374
110
110
0
269
-7
105
171
1
170
3,995
707
63
550
61
33
127
295
219
76
979
395
187
397
932
-23
955
700
143
557
81
174
2.37%
1.03%
1.04%
0.00%
2.32%
-1.78%
2.60%
2.39%
0.04%
3.58%
2.46%
2.58%
0.95%
3.71%
1.41%
1.99%
2.37%
2.14%
1.95%
2.97%
4.16%
3.91%
5.76%
3.90%
1.95%
-0.18%
2.73%
4.89%
9.63%
4.34%
1.16%
0.75%
City of Little Rock Workforce Investment Area
Industry Rankings (by NAICS Subsector)
Top 10 Growing Industries (Ranked by Net Growth)
NAICS
Code
722000
621000
541000
561000
624000
551000
623000
524000
517000
999200
NAICS Title
2014
2016
Net
Percent
Estimated
Projected
Growth Growth
Employment Employment
Food Services and Drinking Places
Ambulatory Health Care Services
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
Administrative and Support Services
Social Assistance
Management of Companies and Enterprises
Nursing and Residential Care Facilities
Insurance Carriers and Related Activities
Telecommunications
State Government, Excluding Education and Hospitals
11,094
8,432
10,096
9,814
4,517
3,246
2,538
6,693
3,082
13,177
11,614
8,932
10,491
10,203
4,901
3,433
2,723
6,867
3,244
13,320
520
500
395
389
384
187
185
174
162
143
4.69%
5.93%
3.91%
3.96%
8.50%
5.76%
7.29%
2.60%
5.26%
1.09%
Top 10 Fastest Growing Industries (Ranked by Percent (%) Growth) (Minimum Net Growth of 5)
NAICS
Code
NAICS Title
333000
442000
713000
454000
453000
624000
451000
623000
811000
444000
Machinery Manufacturing
Furniture and Home Furnishings Stores
Amusement, Gambling, and Recreation Industries
Nonstore Retailers
Miscellaneous Store Retailers
Social Assistance
Sporting Goods, Hobby, Book, and Music Stores
Nursing and Residential Care Facilities
Repair and Maintenance
Building Material and Garden Equipment and Supplies Dealers
2014
2016
Net
Percent
Estimated
Projected
Growth Growth
Employment Employment
737
662
1,115
103
1,092
4,517
830
2,538
1,094
792
872
766
1,243
112
1,185
4,901
891
2,723
1,168
842
135
104
128
9
93
384
61
185
74
50
18.32%
15.71%
11.48%
8.74%
8.52%
8.50%
7.35%
7.29%
6.76%
6.31%
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Top 5 Declining Industries (Ranked by Net Growth)
NAICS
Code
NAICS Title
622000
424000
999100
321000
611000
Hospitals
Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods
Federal Government, Excluding Post Office
Wood Product Manufacturing
Educational Services
2014
2016
Net
Estimated
Projected
Growth
Employment Employment
19,529
1,902
3,860
126
12,718
19,415
1,843
3,822
103
12,695
-114
-59
-38
-23
-23
Percent
Growth
-0.58%
-3.10%
-0.98%
-18.25%
-0.18%
Top 5 Fastest Declining Industries (Ranked by Percent (%) Growth) (Minimum Decline of 5)
NAICS
Code
NAICS Title
321000
493000
443000
326000
237000
Wood Product Manufacturing
Warehousing and Storage
Electronics and Appliance Stores
Plastics and Rubber Products Manufacturing
Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction
2014
2016
Net
Estimated
Projected
Growth
Employment Employment
126
115
395
523
574
103
108
374
504
555
-23
-7
-21
-19
-19
Percent
Growth
-18.25%
-6.09%
-5.32%
-3.63%
-3.31%
City of Little Rock Workforce Investment Area
2014-2016 Occupational Projections by Major Group
SOC
Code
SOC Title
00-0000
11-0000
13-0000
15-0000
17-0000
19-0000
21-0000
23-0000
25-0000
27-0000
29-0000
31-0000
33-0000
35-0000
37-0000
39-0000
41-0000
43-0000
45-0000
47-0000
49-0000
51-0000
53-0000
Total, All Occupations
Management Occupations
Business and Financial Operations Occupations
Computer and Mathematical Occupations
Architecture and Engineering Occupations
Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations
Community and Social Service Occupations
Legal Occupations
Education, Training, and Library Occupations
Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media Occupations
Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations
Healthcare Support Occupations
Protective Service Occupations
Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations
Building and Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance Occupations
Personal Care and Service Occupations
Sales and Related Occupations
Office and Administrative Support Occupations
Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Occupations
Construction and Extraction Occupations
Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Occupations
Production Occupations
Transportation and Material Moving Occupations
2014
Estimated
Employment
2016
Projected
Employment
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
Annual
OpeningsGrowth
Annual
OpeningsReplacement
Annual
OpeningsTotal
184,677
11,696
10,537
5,800
2,191
1,817
4,200
2,711
9,924
2,887
17,417
5,188
4,012
12,870
6,838
5,450
18,520
33,940
193
4,861
7,231
6,829
9,565
189,051
11,943
10,758
6,033
2,244
1,851
4,239
2,769
10,010
2,910
17,705
5,422
4,069
13,404
7,000
5,751
19,068
34,507
193
4,963
7,427
7,014
9,771
4,374
247
221
233
53
34
39
58
86
23
288
234
57
534
162
301
548
567
0
102
196
185
206
2.37%
2.11%
2.10%
4.02%
2.42%
1.87%
0.93%
2.14%
0.87%
0.80%
1.65%
4.51%
1.42%
4.15%
2.37%
5.52%
2.96%
1.67%
0.00%
2.10%
2.71%
2.71%
2.15%
2,280
125
112
116
28
17
20
29
52
18
150
119
29
267
81
152
278
323
1
53
98
106
106
4,169
214
202
92
46
54
88
40
190
61
320
90
99
542
130
106
569
716
5
82
162
138
226
6,449
339
314
208
74
71
108
69
242
79
470
209
128
809
211
258
847
1,039
6
135
260
244
332
57
58
City of Little Rock Workforce Investment Area
Occupational Rankings
Top 10 Growing Occupations (Ranked by Net Growth)
SOC
Code
41-2031
43-4051
39-9021
35-3021
35-3031
41-2011
11-1021
31-1014
41-3021
43-1011
SOC Title
Retail Salespersons
Customer Service Representatives
Personal Care Aides
Combined Food Preparation and Serving Workers,
Including Fast Food
Waiters and Waitresses
Cashiers
General and Operations Managers
Nursing Assistants
Insurance Sales Agents
First-Line Supervisors of Office and Administrative
Support Workers
2014
Estimated
Employment
2016
Projected
Employment
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
Annual
OpeningsGrowth
Annual
OpeningsReplacement
Annual
OpeningsTotal
5,291
5,414
2,014
5,503
5,624
2,218
212
210
204
4.01%
3.88%
10.13%
106
105
102
194
142
11
300
247
113
2,829
2,661
2,870
2,761
2,196
2,551
2,983
2,768
2,961
2,850
2,283
2,628
154
107
91
89
87
77
5.44%
4.02%
3.17%
3.22%
3.96%
3.02%
77
54
46
44
44
38
136
138
154
44
38
58
213
192
200
88
82
96
2,856
2,926
70
2.45%
35
66
101
Top 10 Fastest Growing Occupations (Ranked by Percent (%) Growth) (Minimum Net Growth of 5)
SOC
Code
51-4033
29-9091
39-9021
39-9031
49-9041
39-3091
29-2081
31-2021
13-1161
17-2072
SOC Title
Grinding, Lapping, Polishing, and Buffing Machine Tool
Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic
Athletic Trainers
Personal Care Aides
Fitness Trainers and Aerobics Instructors
Industrial Machinery Mechanics
Amusement and Recreation Attendants
Opticians, Dispensing
Physical Therapist Assistants
Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists
Electronics Engineers, Except Computer
2014
Estimated
Employment
2016
Projected
Employment
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
Annual
OpeningsGrowth
Annual
OpeningsReplacement
Annual
OpeningsTotal
76
88
12
15.79%
6
2
8
91
2,014
209
251
164
70
142
454
80
101
2,218
228
273
178
75
152
485
85
10
204
19
22
14
5
10
31
5
10.99%
10.13%
9.09%
8.76%
8.54%
7.14%
7.04%
6.83%
6.25%
5
102
10
11
7
2
5
16
2
2
11
2
7
10
2
3
6
2
7
113
12
18
17
4
8
22
4
Top 10 Occupations by Total Annual Openings
SOC
Code
41-2031
43-4051
35-3021
41-2011
35-3031
29-1141
43-9061
53-7062
39-9021
43-1011
SOC Title
2014
Estimated
Employment
Retail Salespersons
Customer Service Representatives
Combined Food Preparation and Serving
Workers, Including Fast Food
Cashiers
Waiters and Waitresses
Registered Nurses
Office Clerks, General
Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material
Movers, Hand
Personal Care Aides
First-Line Supervisors of Office and
Administrative Support Workers
2016
Projected
Employment
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
Annual
OpeningsGrowth
Annual
OpeningsReplacement
Annual
OpeningsTotal
5,291
5,414
5,503
5,624
212
210
4.01%
3.88%
106
105
194
142
300
247
2,829
2,983
154
5.44%
77
136
213
2,870
2,661
6,427
4,655
2,961
2,768
6,476
4,703
91
107
49
48
3.17%
4.02%
0.76%
1.03%
46
54
24
24
154
138
109
96
200
192
133
120
2,700
2,766
66
2.44%
33
86
119
2,014
2,218
204
10.13%
102
11
113
2,856
2,926
70
2.45%
35
66
101
2016
Projected
Employment
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
Annual
OpeningsGrowth
375
356
-19
-5.07%
0
5
5
1,049
1,039
-10
-0.95%
0
12
12
1,055
1,048
-7
-0.66%
0
29
29
204
101
197
94
-7
-7
-3.43%
-6.93%
0
0
2
1
2
1
Top 5 Declining Occupations (Ranked by Net Growth)
SOC
Code
43-9021
43-6011
25-2031
29-2053
43-9011
SOC Title
Data Entry Keyers
Executive Secretaries and Executive
Administrative Assistants
Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and
Career/Technical Education
Psychiatric Technicians
Computer Operators
2014
Estimated
Employment
Annual
OpeningsReplacement
Annual
OpeningsTotal
Top 5 Fastest Declining Occupations (Ranked by Percent (%) Growth) (Minimum Decline of 5)
SOC
Code
43-9011
43-9021
29-2053
43-2011
41-3011
SOC Title
Computer Operators
Data Entry Keyers
Psychiatric Technicians
Switchboard Operators, Including Answering Service
Advertising Sales Agents
2014
Estimated
Employment
101
375
204
250
327
2016
Projected
Employment
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
Annual
OpeningsGrowth
94
356
197
244
321
-7
-19
-7
-6
-6
-6.93%
-5.07%
-3.43%
-2.40%
-1.83%
0
0
0
0
0
Annual
OpeningsReplacement
1
5
2
4
10
Annual
OpeningsTotal
1
5
2
4
10
59
60
Eastern Arkansas
The Eastern Arkansas WIA is home to several national historic landmarks and interesting facts. The Parkin Archeological Park, in
Parkin, is a former American Indian village that some scholars believe was the village Casqui, which was visited during the
expedition of Hernando De Soto in 1541. In addition, on the border of Lee and Phillips Counties, a granite monument marks the
initial site for the East/West baseline of the 1815 survey of the Louisiana Purchase. Village Creek State Park, located in the
Crowley’s Ridge area, is known for its fishing, hiking trails, and lush scenery. The King Biscuit Time radio show, the longest
running daily radio show in the nation, has broadcast blues music for over 60 years on KFFA in Helena.
The Eastern Arkansas WIA consists of five counties: Crittenden, Cross, Lee, Phillips, and St. Francis.
With Tennessee bordering this Area to the east, Crittenden County makes up a portion of the Memphis Metropolitan Statistical
Area, the forty-first largest in population in the United States according to the Census Bureau.
Although there are no four-year colleges in the Area, several two-year institutions offer a variety of programs. Crowley’s Ridge Technical Institute and East Arkansas
Community College are in Forrest City, Phillips County Community College of the University of Arkansas System is in Helena, and Mid-South Community College is in West
Memphis.
The Eastern Arkansas WIA is expected to experience a net growth of 824 jobs by 2016. Goods-Producing industries are projected to experience a net gain of 166 jobs, while the
Services-Providing industries are predicted to add 517. Self-Employed and Unpaid Family Workers are predicted to gain 141 jobs during the projection period.
Professional and Business Services is anticipated to be the top and fastest growing major group with a gain of 235 and a 10.16 percent increase in employment. Social
Assistance, of the Education and Health Services supersector, is predicted to be the top growing industry adding 280 new jobs, while Waste Management and Remediation
Services, of the Professional and Business Services supersector, is anticipated to increase by 67.07 percent, making it the fastest growing industry. On the negative side of the
economy, Hospitals is projected to be the top and fastest declining industry with an anticipated loss of 381 jobs, or 39.28 percent of its workforce.
The Eastern Arkansas WIA is expected to have 1,591 annual job openings during the projection period with 967 being for replacement and the remaining 624 for growth and
expansion. Personal Care and Service Occupations is projected to be the top and fastest growing major group with a net gain of 207 jobs, an increase of 9.24 percent. Driving
this growth is Personal Care Aides, which is expected to gain 136 jobs, or increase employment by 11.81 percent between 2014 and 2016. On the negative side of the economy,
Registered Nurses is estimated to be the top declining occupation with a loss of 106, while Respiratory Therapists could see a loss of 38.10 percent of its workforce making it the
fastest declining occupation. Overall, the Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations major group is predicted to lose 167 net jobs, a drop of 8.95 percent of its Area
workforce. Cashiers is estimated to have 100 annual job openings leading all occupations in the Area.
Eastern Arkansas Workforce Investment Area
2014-2016 Industry Projections by Major Division
NAICS
Code
000000
000671
006010
007010
101000
101100
101200
101300
102000
102100
420000
440000
480000
220000
102200
102300
520000
530000
102400
540000
550000
560000
102500
610000
620000
102600
710000
720000
102700
102800
NAICS Title
Total All Industries
Total Self Employed and Unpaid Family Workers, All Jobs
Self Employed Workers, All Jobs
Unpaid Family Workers, All Jobs
Goods Producing
Natural Resources and Mining
Construction
Manufacturing
Non-Durable Goods Manufacturing
Durable Goods Manufacturing
Services Providing
Trade, Transportation, and Utilities
Wholesale Trade
Retail Trade
Transportation and Warehousing
Utilities
Information
Financial Activities
Finance and Insurance
Real Estate and Rental and Leasing
Professional and Business Services
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
Management of Companies and Enterprises
Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services
Education and Health Services
Educational Services
Health Care and Social Assistance
Leisure and Hospitality
Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation
Accommodation and Food Services
Other Services (except Government)
Government
2014
Estimated
Employment
41,856
3,931
3,903
28
5,452
1,043
1,165
3,244
1,841
1,403
32,473
9,216
1,964
4,706
2,334
212
211
1,273
754
519
2,314
537
187
1,590
10,669
4,688
5,981
3,332
576
2,756
1,099
4,359
2016
Projected
Employment
42,680
4,072
4,044
28
5,618
1,042
1,197
3,379
1,961
1,418
32,990
9,357
2,054
4,858
2,243
202
216
1,224
700
524
2,549
553
198
1,798
10,618
4,667
5,951
3,512
656
2,856
1,094
4,420
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
824
141
141
0
166
-1
32
135
120
15
517
141
90
152
-91
-10
5
-49
-54
5
235
16
11
208
-51
-21
-30
180
80
100
-5
61
1.97%
3.59%
3.61%
0.00%
3.04%
-0.10%
2.75%
4.16%
6.52%
1.07%
1.59%
1.53%
4.58%
3.23%
-3.90%
-4.72%
2.37%
-3.85%
-7.16%
0.96%
10.16%
2.98%
5.88%
13.08%
-0.48%
-0.45%
-0.50%
5.40%
13.89%
3.63%
-0.45%
1.40%
61
62
Eastern Arkansas Workforce Investment Area
Industry Rankings (by NAICS Subsector)
Top 10 Growing Industries (Ranked by Net Growth)
NAICS
Code
NAICS Title
624000
561000
722000
311000
452000
621000
424000
562000
325000
236000
999300
Social Assistance
Administrative and Support Services
Food Services and Drinking Places
Food Manufacturing
General Merchandise Stores
Ambulatory Health Care Services
Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods
Waste Management and Remediation Service
Chemical Manufacturing
Construction of Buildings
Local Government, Excluding Education and Hospitals
2014
Estimated
Employment
2016
Projected
Employment
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
2,374
1,508
2,378
660
1,427
1,529
1,046
82
378
611
1,830
2,654
1,661
2,499
737
1,503
1,605
1,114
137
432
649
1,868
280
153
121
77
76
76
68
55
54
38
38
11.79%
10.15%
5.09%
11.67%
5.33%
4.97%
6.50%
67.07%
14.29%
6.22%
2.08%
Top 10 Fastest Growing Industries (Ranked by Percent (%) Growth) (Minimum Growth of 5)
NAICS
Code
562000
325000
624000
311000
327000
561000
517000
424000
236000
333000
NAICS Title
Waste Management and Remediation Service
Chemical Manufacturing
Social Assistance
Food Manufacturing
Nonmetallic Mineral Product Manufacturing
Administrative and Support Services
Telecommunications
Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods
Construction of Buildings
Machinery Manufacturing
2014
Estimated
Employment
2016
Projected
Employment
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
82
378
2,374
660
107
1,508
70
1,046
611
238
137
432
2,654
737
118
1,661
75
1,114
649
252
55
54
280
77
11
153
5
68
38
14
67.07%
14.29%
11.79%
11.67%
10.28%
10.15%
7.14%
6.50%
6.22%
5.88%
Top 5 Declining Industries (Ranked by Net Growth)
NAICS
Code
622000
484000
493000
524000
611000
721000
NAICS Title
Hospitals
Truck Transportation
Warehousing and Storage
Insurance Carriers and Related Activities
Educational Services
Accommodation, including Hotels and Motels
2014
Estimated
Employment
2016
Projected
Employment
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
970
1,005
666
150
4,688
378
589
927
629
115
4,667
357
-381
-78
-37
-35
-21
-21
-39.28%
-7.76%
-5.56%
-23.33%
-0.45%
-5.56%
Top 5 Fastest Declining Industries (Ranked by Percent (%) Growth) (Minimum Decline of 5)
NAICS
Code
622000
454000
524000
321000
448000
NAICS Title
Hospitals
Nonstore Retailers
Insurance Carriers and Related Activities
Wood Product Manufacturing
Clothing and Clothing Accessories Stores
2014
Estimated
Employment
2016
Projected
Employment
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
970
24
150
81
127
589
17
115
65
113
-381
-7
-35
-16
-14
-39.28%
-29.17%
-23.33%
-19.75%
-11.02%
63
64
Eastern Arkansas Workforce Investment Area
2014-2016 Occupational Projections by Major Group
SOC
Code
00-0000
11-0000
13-0000
15-0000
17-0000
19-0000
21-0000
23-0000
25-0000
27-0000
29-0000
31-0000
33-0000
35-0000
37-0000
39-0000
41-0000
43-0000
45-0000
47-0000
49-0000
51-0000
53-0000
SOC Title
Total, All Occupations
Management Occupations
Business and Financial Operations Occupations
Computer and Mathematical Occupations
Architecture and Engineering Occupations
Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations
Community and Social Service Occupations
Legal Occupations
Education, Training, and Library Occupations
Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media Occupations
Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations
Healthcare Support Occupations
Protective Service Occupations
Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations
Building and Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance Occupations
Personal Care and Service Occupations
Sales and Related Occupations
Office and Administrative Support Occupations
Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Occupations
Construction and Extraction Occupations
Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Occupations
Production Occupations
Transportation and Material Moving Occupations
2014
Estimated
Employment
2016
Projected
Employment
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
Annual
OpeningsGrowth
Annual
OpeningsReplacement
Annual
OpeningsTotal
41,856
3,742
602
102
168
163
810
218
3,276
237
1,865
1,519
1,436
3,109
1,600
2,240
4,126
5,506
646
1,353
2,002
2,852
4,284
42,680
3,831
606
102
171
166
827
221
3,288
243
1,698
1,564
1,472
3,221
1,650
2,447
4,244
5,530
644
1,413
2,033
2,939
4,370
824
89
4
0
3
3
17
3
12
6
-167
45
36
112
50
207
118
24
-2
60
31
87
86
1.97%
2.38%
0.66%
0.00%
1.79%
1.84%
2.10%
1.38%
0.37%
2.53%
-8.95%
2.96%
2.51%
3.60%
3.13%
9.24%
2.86%
0.44%
-0.31%
4.43%
1.55%
3.05%
2.01%
624
53
4
0
3
2
12
2
10
3
6
32
18
58
25
104
70
42
1
32
25
70
50
967
62
11
2
3
4
17
3
68
5
34
27
40
114
30
34
149
128
20
22
44
54
96
1,591
115
15
2
6
6
29
5
78
8
40
59
58
172
55
138
219
170
21
54
69
124
146
Eastern Arkansas Workforce Investment Area
Occupational Rankings
Top 10 Growing Occupations (Ranked by Net Growth)
SOC
Code
39-9021
11-9013
31-1011
41-2011
35-3021
53-7062
51-2092
37-2012
39-9011
41-1011
SOC Title
Personal Care Aides
Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers
Home Health Aides
Cashiers
Combined Food Preparation and Serving Workers, Including
Fast Food
Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand
Team Assemblers
Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners
Childcare Workers
First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers
2014
Estimated
Employment
2016
Projected
Employment
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
Annual
OpeningsGrowth
Annual
OpeningsReplacement
Annual
OpeningsTotal
1,152
2,087
628
1,410
1,288
2,155
688
1,458
136
68
60
48
11.81%
3.26%
9.55%
3.40%
68
34
30
24
6
33
11
76
74
67
41
100
730
770
40
5.48%
20
35
55
1,140
356
643
545
770
1,180
394
675
576
798
40
38
32
31
28
3.51%
10.67%
4.98%
5.69%
3.64%
20
19
16
16
14
36
6
12
16
16
56
25
28
32
30
Top 10 Fastest Growing Occupations (Ranked by Percent (%) Growth) (Minimum Net Growth of 5)
SOC
Code
39-9021
51-2092
31-1011
33-9032
49-9041
47-2031
51-9011
53-7081
21-1093
47-2061
SOC Title
Personal Care Aides
Team Assemblers
Home Health Aides
Security Guards
Industrial Machinery Mechanics
Carpenters
Chemical Equipment Operators and Tenders
Refuse and Recyclable Material Collectors
Social and Human Service Assistants
Construction Laborers
2014
Estimated
Employment
2016
Projected
Employment
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
Annual
OpeningsGrowth
Annual
OpeningsReplacement
Annual
OpeningsTotal
1,152
356
628
109
173
156
68
96
156
338
1,288
394
688
118
187
168
73
103
167
361
136
38
60
9
14
12
5
7
11
23
11.81%
10.67%
9.55%
8.26%
8.09%
7.69%
7.35%
7.29%
7.05%
6.80%
68
19
30
4
7
6
2
4
6
12
6
6
11
2
5
2
2
2
4
7
74
25
41
6
12
8
4
6
10
19
65
66
Top 10 Occupations by Total Annual Openings
SOC
Code
41-2011
39-9021
11-9013
53-7062
35-3021
41-2031
31-1011
35-3031
39-9011
41-1011
SOC Title
Cashiers
Personal Care Aides
Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers
Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand
Combined Food Preparation and Serving Workers, Including
Fast Food
Retail Salespersons
Home Health Aides
Waiters and Waitresses
Childcare Workers
First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers
2014
Estimated
Employment
2016
Projected
Employment
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
Annual
OpeningsGrowth
Annual
OpeningsReplacement
Annual
OpeningsTotal
1,410
1,152
2,087
1,140
1,458
1,288
2,155
1,180
48
136
68
40
3.40%
11.81%
3.26%
3.51%
24
68
34
20
76
6
33
36
100
74
67
56
730
770
40
5.48%
20
35
55
848
628
568
545
770
875
688
590
576
798
27
60
22
31
28
3.18%
9.55%
3.87%
5.69%
3.64%
14
30
11
16
14
31
11
30
16
16
45
41
41
32
30
2014
Estimated
Employment
2016
Projected
Employment
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
Annual
OpeningsGrowth
Annual
OpeningsReplacement
Annual
OpeningsTotal
623
88
47
365
227
517
71
33
353
216
-106
-17
-14
-12
-11
-17.01%
-19.32%
-29.79%
-3.29%
-4.85%
0
0
0
0
0
10
2
0
8
4
10
2
0
8
4
Top 5 Declining Occupations (Ranked by Net Growth)
SOC
Code
29-1141
41-3021
29-2034
29-2061
49-3031
SOC Title
Registered Nurses
Insurance Sales Agents
Radiologic Technologists
Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses
Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists
Top 5 Fastest Declining Occupations (Ranked by Percent (%) Growth) (Minimum Decline of 5)
SOC
Code
29-1126
29-2011
43-3011
29-2034
29-2071
SOC Title
Respiratory Therapists
Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technologists
Bill and Account Collectors
Radiologic Technologists
Medical Records and Health Information Technicians
2014
Estimated
Employment
2016
Projected
Employment
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
Annual
OpeningsGrowth
Annual
OpeningsReplacement
Annual
OpeningsTotal
21
20
33
47
40
13
13
23
33
32
-8
-7
-10
-14
-8
-38.10%
-35.00%
-30.30%
-29.79%
-20.00%
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
1
0
1
0
0
1
0
1
Southwest Arkansas
The Southwest Arkansas WIA contains some of the finest attractions in Arkansas. The Arkansas Museum of Natural Resources in
Smackover revisits the industrial and social history associated with the oil boom of the 1920s. The South Arkansas Arboretum State
Park in El Dorado preserves exotic plants and flowering species native to the West Gulf Coastal Plain region of the United States,
while the City of Hope, the center for watermelon production in Arkansas, was ranked 14th in the nation in total poundage in 2013.
The area is known for producing large watermelons, with a 268.8-pound watermelon recorded in 2005 and certified by the
Guinness Book of World Records in 2006.
The Southwest Arkansas WIA is the largest Workforce Area in the state in terms of the number of counties represented. Twelve
counties are located within this region: Calhoun, Columbia, Dallas, Hempstead, Howard, Lafayette, Little River, Miller, Nevada,
Ouachita, Sevier, and Union. Three states border the Area: Oklahoma to the west, Texas to the southwest, and Louisiana to the
south. Miller County is part of the Texarkana AR/TX Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Several educational opportunities are available in the Southwest Arkansas WIA. Southern Arkansas University in Magnolia is the only four-year college, while Cossatot
Community College, University of Arkansas Community College at Hope, South Arkansas Community College, and Southern Arkansas University-Tech are all two-year colleges
located in the Area.
Employment in the Southwest Arkansas WIA is projected to increase by 318, or a 0.35 percent growth rate. Goods-Producing industries are predicted to gain 76 jobs, while the
Services-Providing industries are estimated to experience a net growth of 640 jobs. The Area is expected, however, to lose 398 Self-Employed and Unpaid Family Workers.
The Trade, Transportation, and Utilities supersector is projected to increase employment by 413 making it the top growing supersector in the Southwest Arkansas WIA.
Wholesale Electronic Markets and Agents and Brokers is estimated to be the fastest growing industry raising employment by 31.80 percent. Leisure and Hospitality is expected
to be the fastest growing supersector growing by 4.41 percent. Driving this growth is Food Services and Drinking Places with an anticipated gain of 203 new jobs. Paper
Manufacturing is anticipated to decline by 103 jobs, making it the top declining industry, while Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing could lose 13.98 percent of its
workforce between 2014 and 2016.
Between 2014 and 2016, Southwest Arkansas WIA employers are estimated to have 2,547 job openings annually. Of these, 80% of the job openings, or 2,036, would be for
replacement. Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations is projected to be the top and fastest growing major group, adding 190 new jobs, or an increase of 3.51
percent. Leading the area in net growth is Combined Food Preparation and Serving Workers, Including Fast Food with a gain of 62. Helpers--Pipelayers, Plumbers, Pipefitters,
and Steamfitters is expected to be the fastest growing occupation with a 10.29 percent rise in employment. On the negative side of the economy, the Management Occupations
major group is predicted to experience a net loss of 215 jobs. Driving this decline is Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers, which is expected to be the top
declining occupation with a loss of 225. Roustabouts, Oil and Gas could lose 12.66 percent of its workforce making it the fastest declining occupation. Cashiers leads the Area in
the number of annual openings with 155 anticipated between 2014 and 2016.
67
68
Southwest Arkansas Workforce Investment Area
2014-2016 Industry Projections by Major Division
NAICS
Code
000000
000671
006010
007010
101000
101100
110000
210000
101200
101300
102000
102100
420000
440000
480000
220000
102200
102300
520000
530000
102400
540000
550000
560000
102500
610000
620000
102600
710000
720000
102700
102800
NAICS Title
Total All Industries
Total Self Employed and Unpaid Family Workers, All Jobs
Self Employed Workers, All Jobs
Unpaid Family Workers, All Jobs
Goods Producing
Natural Resources and Mining
Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting
Mining
Construction
Manufacturing
Non-Durable Goods Manufacturing
Durable Goods Manufacturing
Services Providing
Trade, Transportation, and Utilities
Wholesale Trade
Retail Trade
Transportation and Warehousing
Utilities
Information
Financial Activities
Finance and Insurance
Real Estate and Rental and Leasing
Professional and Business Services
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
Management of Companies and Enterprises
Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services
Education and Health Services
Educational Services
Health Care and Social Assistance
Leisure and Hospitality
Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation
Accommodation and Food Services
Other Services (except Government)
Government
2014
Estimated
Employment
90,039
9,733
9,677
56
24,719
2,354
1,379
975
3,564
18,801
10,452
8,349
55,587
15,869
2,495
8,915
3,931
528
442
2,663
1,897
766
3,755
1,109
593
2,053
18,085
8,630
9,455
5,285
336
4,949
3,188
6,300
2016
Projected
Employment
90,357
9,335
9,282
53
24,795
2,292
1,387
905
3,701
18,802
10,379
8,423
56,227
16,282
2,681
9,144
3,947
510
416
2,677
1,882
795
3,825
1,106
618
2,101
17,992
8,666
9,326
5,518
355
5,163
3,161
6,356
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
318
-398
-395
-3
76
-62
8
-70
137
1
-73
74
640
413
186
229
16
-18
-26
14
-15
29
70
-3
25
48
-93
36
-129
233
19
214
-27
56
0.35%
-4.09%
-4.08%
-5.36%
0.31%
-2.63%
0.58%
-7.18%
3.84%
0.01%
-0.70%
0.89%
1.15%
2.60%
7.45%
2.57%
0.41%
-3.41%
-5.88%
0.53%
-0.79%
3.79%
1.86%
-0.27%
4.22%
2.34%
-0.51%
0.42%
-1.36%
4.41%
5.65%
4.32%
-0.85%
0.89%
Southwest Arkansas Workforce Investment Area
Industry Rankings (by NAICS Subsector)
Top 10 Growing Industries (Ranked by Net Growth)
NAICS
Code
722000
236000
452000
424000
562000
425000
321000
999300
332000
447000
NAICS Title
2014
2016
Net
Percent
Estimated
Projected
Growth Growth
Employment Employment
Food Services and Drinking Places
Construction of Buildings
General Merchandise Stores
Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods
Waste Management and Remediation Service
Wholesale Electronic Markets and Agents and Brokers
Wood Product Manufacturing
Local Government, Excluding Education and Hospitals
Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing
Gasoline Stations
4,304
962
2,776
1,132
484
217
2,280
3,372
2,862
1,446
4,507
1,097
2,890
1,245
582
286
2,336
3,425
2,914
1,490
203
135
114
113
98
69
56
53
52
44
4.72%
14.03%
4.11%
9.98%
20.25%
31.80%
2.46%
1.57%
1.82%
3.04%
Top 10 Fastest Growing Industries (Ranked by Percent (%) Growth) (Minimum Growth of 5)
NAICS
Code
NAICS Title
425000
562000
236000
488000
454000
492000
424000
451000
713000
444000
Wholesale Electronic Markets and Agents and Brokers
Waste Management and Remediation Service
Construction of Buildings
Support Activities for Transportation
Nonstore Retailers
Couriers and Messengers
Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods
Sporting Goods, Hobby, Book, and Music Stores
Amusement, Gambling, and Recreation Industries
Building Material and Garden Equipment and Supplies Dealers
2014
2016
Net
Percent
Estimated
Projected
Growth Growth
Employment Employment
217
484
962
149
117
198
1,132
149
298
697
286
582
1,097
166
130
220
1,245
162
315
733
69
98
135
17
13
22
113
13
17
36
31.80%
20.25%
14.03%
11.41%
11.11%
11.11%
9.98%
8.72%
5.70%
5.16%
69
70
Top 5 Declining Industries (Ranked by Net Growth)
NAICS
Code
322000
624000
213000
622000
561000
NAICS Title
Paper Manufacturing
Social Assistance
Support Activities for Mining
Hospitals
Administrative and Support Services
2014
2016
Estimated
Projected
Employment Employment
1,440
2,146
604
1,767
1,569
1,337
2,063
530
1,701
1,519
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
-103
-83
-74
-66
-50
-7.15%
-3.87%
-12.25%
-3.74%
-3.19%
Top 5 Fastest Declining Industries (Ranked by Percent (%) Growth) (Minimum Decline of 5)
NAICS
Code
NAICS Title
334000
517000
213000
999100
237000
Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
Telecommunications
Support Activities for Mining
Federal Government, Excluding Post Office
Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction
2014
Estimated
Employment
2016
Projected
Employment
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
93
140
604
280
475
80
122
530
248
441
-13
-18
-74
-32
-34
-13.98%
-12.86%
-12.25%
-11.43%
-7.16%
Southwest Arkansas Workforce Investment Area
2014-2016 Occupational Projections by Major Group
SOC
Code
00-0000
11-0000
13-0000
15-0000
17-0000
19-0000
21-0000
23-0000
25-0000
27-0000
29-0000
31-0000
33-0000
35-0000
37-0000
39-0000
41-0000
43-0000
45-0000
47-0000
49-0000
51-0000
53-0000
SOC Title
Total, All Occupations
Management Occupations
Business and Financial Operations Occupations
Computer and Mathematical Occupations
Architecture and Engineering Occupations
Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations
Community and Social Service Occupations
Legal Occupations
Education, Training, and Library Occupations
Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media Occupations
Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations
Healthcare Support Occupations
Protective Service Occupations
Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations
Building and Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance Occupations
Personal Care and Service Occupations
Sales and Related Occupations
Office and Administrative Support Occupations
Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Occupations
Construction and Extraction Occupations
Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Occupations
Production Occupations
Transportation and Material Moving Occupations
2014
Estimated
Employment
2016
Projected
Employment
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
Annual
OpeningsGrowth
Annual
OpeningsReplacement
Annual
OpeningsTotal
90,039
9,557
1,881
421
1,048
450
1,752
258
5,365
701
3,684
2,666
1,331
5,406
2,585
2,612
7,138
11,231
902
4,861
4,386
12,729
9,075
90,357
9,342
1,877
418
1,056
455
1,739
257
5,376
699
3,681
2,666
1,356
5,596
2,570
2,565
7,318
11,249
892
4,943
4,421
12,736
9,145
318
-215
-4
-3
8
5
-13
-1
11
-2
-3
0
25
190
-15
-47
180
18
-10
82
35
7
70
0.35%
-2.25%
-0.21%
-0.71%
0.76%
1.11%
-0.74%
-0.39%
0.21%
-0.29%
-0.08%
0.00%
1.88%
3.51%
-0.58%
-1.80%
2.52%
0.16%
-1.11%
1.69%
0.80%
0.05%
0.77%
511
14
11
2
8
4
1
0
16
3
11
6
13
98
0
2
94
39
2
64
26
42
56
2,036
160
36
6
26
12
38
4
108
16
68
47
37
197
49
50
257
260
22
84
96
271
194
2,547
174
47
8
34
16
39
4
124
19
79
53
50
295
49
52
351
299
24
148
122
313
250
71
72
Southwest Arkansas Workforce Investment Area
Occupational Rankings
Top 10 Growing Occupations (Ranked by Net Growth)
SOC
Code
35-3021
41-2011
41-4012
41-2031
35-3031
35-2014
53-3033
35-2011
47-2152
53-3031
SOC Title
Combined Food Preparation and Serving Workers, Including
Fast Food
Cashiers
Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except
Technical and Scientific Products
Retail Salespersons
Waiters and Waitresses
Cooks, Restaurant
Light Truck or Delivery Services Drivers
Cooks, Fast Food
Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters
Driver/Sales Workers
2014
Estimated
Employment
2016
Projected
Employment
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
Annual
OpeningsGrowth
Annual
OpeningsReplacement
Annual
OpeningsTotal
1,152
1,214
62
5.38%
31
55
86
2,343
2,401
58
2.48%
29
126
155
735
787
52
7.07%
26
14
40
1,849
825
452
535
920
400
331
1,894
859
479
562
945
420
350
45
34
27
27
25
20
19
2.43%
4.12%
5.97%
5.05%
2.72%
5.00%
5.74%
22
17
14
14
12
10
10
68
43
9
8
18
5
5
90
60
23
22
30
15
15
Annual
OpeningsGrowth
Annual
OpeningsReplacement
Annual
OpeningsTotal
Top 10 Fastest Growing Occupations (Ranked by Percent (%) Growth) (Minimum Net Growth of 5)
SOC
Code
47-3015
47-2051
41-4012
53-1031
19-2031
35-2014
53-3031
35-3021
53-3033
47-2152
SOC Title
Helpers--Pipelayers, Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters
Cement Masons and Concrete Finishers
Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except
Technical and Scientific Products
First-Line Supervisors of Transportation and Material-Moving
Machine and Vehicle Operators
Chemists
Cooks, Restaurant
Driver/Sales Workers
Combined Food Preparation and Serving Workers, Including
Fast Food
Light Truck or Delivery Services Drivers
Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters
2014
Estimated
Employment
2016
Projected
Employment
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
68
68
75
74
7
6
10.29%
8.82%
4
3
2
1
6
4
735
787
52
7.07%
26
14
40
175
186
11
6.29%
6
4
10
82
452
331
87
479
350
5
27
19
6.10%
5.97%
5.74%
2
14
10
2
9
5
4
23
15
1,152
1,214
62
5.38%
31
55
86
535
400
562
420
27
20
5.05%
5.00%
14
10
8
5
22
15
Top 10 Occupations by Total Annual Openings
SOC
Code
41-2011
11-9013
41-2031
35-3021
35-3031
53-7062
53-3032
43-9061
SOC Title
Cashiers
Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers
Retail Salespersons
Combined Food Preparation and Serving Workers, Including Fast
Food
Waiters and Waitresses
Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand
Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers
Office Clerks, General
2014
Estimated
Employment
2016
Projected
Employment
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
2,343
5,789
1,849
2,401
5,564
1,894
58
-225
45
2.48%
-3.89%
2.43%
1,152
1,214
62
825
1,603
3,395
2,001
859
1,617
3,401
1,987
Annual
OpeningsGrowth
Annual
OpeningsReplacement
Annual
OpeningsTotal
29
0
22
126
92
68
155
92
90
5.38%
31
55
86
34
14
6
-14
4.12%
0.87%
0.18%
-0.70%
17
7
3
0
43
51
52
41
60
58
55
41
41-4012
Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except
Technical and Scientific Products
735
787
52
7.07%
26
14
40
43-3071
Tellers
701
693
-8
-1.14%
0
36
36
Top 5 Declining Occupations (Ranked by Net Growth)
SOC
Code
11-9013
39-9011
47-5071
43-9061
29-1141
SOC Title
Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers
Childcare Workers
Roustabouts, Oil and Gas
Office Clerks, General
Registered Nurses
2014
Estimated
Employment
2016
Projected
Employment
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
Annual
OpeningsGrowth
Annual
OpeningsReplacement
Annual
OpeningsTotal
5,789
802
158
2,001
1,043
5,564
767
138
1,987
1,030
-225
-35
-20
-14
-13
-3.89%
-4.36%
-12.66%
-0.70%
-1.25%
0
0
0
0
0
92
24
4
41
18
92
24
4
41
18
Top 5 Fastest Declining Occupations (Ranked by Percent (%) Growth) (Minimum Decline of 5)
SOC
Code
47-5071
49-9052
47-5013
51-9196
51-5112
SOC Title
Roustabouts, Oil and Gas
Telecommunications Line Installers and Repairers
Service Unit Operators, Oil, Gas, and Mining
Paper Goods Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders
Printing Press Operators
2014
Estimated
Employment
2016
Projected
Employment
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
Annual
OpeningsGrowth
Annual
OpeningsReplacement
Annual
OpeningsTotal
158
48
92
66
96
138
43
85
61
91
-20
-5
-7
-5
-5
-12.66%
-10.42%
-7.61%
-7.58%
-5.21%
0
0
0
0
0
4
1
4
0
2
4
1
4
0
2
73
74
Southeast Arkansas
Several attractions can be found in the Southeast Arkansas WIA. In Gillett, the Arkansas Post Museum, the first capital of the
Arkansas Territory, explores the history of and life on the Grand Prairie and the Delta. Lake Chicot, near Lake Village, is Arkansas’
largest natural lake and the largest natural oxbow lake in the nation, offering excellent fishing opportunities. The Arkansas River
flows into the Mississippi River near Arkansas City, while Stuttgart is home to the World Championship Duck Calling Contest each
fall.
The Southeast Arkansas WIA consists of 10 counties: Arkansas, Ashley, Bradley, Chicot, Cleveland, Desha, Drew, Grant,
Jefferson, and Lincoln. Two states border the Southeast Arkansas WIA, Louisiana to the south and Mississippi to the east; and the
Pine Bluff Metropolitan Statistical Area is located in this Area.
Two campuses of the University of Arkansas system are in the Area, one in Pine Bluff, and the other in Monticello. Southeast
Arkansas College, a two-year institution, is also located in Pine Bluff. Two campuses of Phillips County Community College,
affiliated with the University of Arkansas System, are located in the Arkansas County cities of Stuttgart and DeWitt. This gives
students a variety of choices for their academic studies.
The Southeast Arkansas WIA is expected to lose 471 jobs between 2014 and 2016. Goods-Producing industries are projected to lose 247 net jobs, while the Services-Providing
industries are predicted to experience a net loss of 243. The Area is predicted to experience a net gain of 19 Self-Employed and Unpaid Family Workers.
Leisure and Hospitality is projected to be the top supersector in both net and percent growth with 184 new jobs between 2014 and 2016, an increase of 4.28 percent. Food
Services and Drinking Places is estimated to be the top growing industry in the Southeast Arkansas WIA with a growth of 165, while Sporting Goods, Hobby, Book, and Music
Stores is predicted to increase employment by 8.96 percent making it the fastest growing industry. Overall, eight of the eleven supersectors in the Southeast Arkansas WIA are
forecasted to experience net losses with Education and Health Services anticipating a loss of 218 jobs. Federal Government, Excluding Post Office is estimated to lose 184 jobs
making it the top declining industry, while Utilities is estimated to lose 15.42 percent of its workforce making it the fastest declining industry.
Southeast Arkansas WIA employment is expected to decrease by 0.59 percent by 2016. There are 2,044 job openings projected to be available annually between 2014 and 2016.
Of these, 252 would be for growth and expansion, while 1,792 would be for replacement. Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations is projected to be the top and
fastest growing major group gaining 143 jobs during the projection period, an increase of 3 percent. Driving this growth is Combined Food Preparation and Serving Workers,
Including Fast Food with a gain of 77 jobs making it the top growing occupation. Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians is estimated to be the fastest growing
occupation adding 8.85 percent to its workforce. The Production Occupations major group is anticipated to lose the most jobs, losing 145 between 2014 and 2016, or 1.50
percent of its workforce. The Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations major group could lose 6.18 percent of its workforce. Office Clerks, General is estimated to be the
top declining occupation with a loss of 39, while Cabinetmakers and Bench Carpenters is anticipated to be the fastest declining occupation with a 14.29 percent decline in jobs.
Cashiers is estimated to have 113 annual jobs openings, leading the Area in the number of job openings
Southeast Arkansas Workforce Investment Area
2014-2016 Industry Projections by Major Division
NAICS
Code
000000
000671
006010
007010
101000
101100
110000
210000
101200
101300
102000
102100
420000
440000
480000
220000
102200
102300
520000
530000
102400
540000
550000
560000
102500
610000
620000
102600
710000
720000
102700
102800
NAICS Title
Total All Industries
Total Self Employed and Unpaid Family Workers, All Jobs
Self Employed Workers, All Jobs
Unpaid Family Workers, All Jobs
Goods Producing
Natural Resources and Mining
Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting
Mining
Construction
Manufacturing
Non-Durable Goods Manufacturing
Durable Goods Manufacturing
Services Providing
Trade, Transportation, and Utilities
Wholesale Trade
Retail Trade
Transportation and Warehousing
Utilities
Information
Financial Activities
Finance and Insurance
Real Estate and Rental and Leasing
Professional and Business Services
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
Management of Companies and Enterprises
Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services
Education and Health Services
Educational Services
Health Care and Social Assistance
Leisure and Hospitality
Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation
Accommodation and Food Services
Other Services (except Government)
Government
2014
Estimated
Employment
80,072
7,555
7,503
52
18,378
2,244
2,197
47
2,010
14,124
8,268
5,856
54,139
13,316
2,056
7,709
2,909
642
349
2,527
1,986
541
2,800
960
354
1,486
19,426
8,454
10,972
4,295
237
4,058
2,229
9,197
2016
Projected
Employment
79,601
7,574
7,524
50
18,131
2,252
2,194
58
1,947
13,932
7,997
5,935
53,896
13,276
2,125
7,728
2,880
543
319
2,491
1,950
541
2,905
963
374
1,568
19,208
8,430
10,778
4,479
251
4,228
2,197
9,021
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
-471
19
21
-2
-247
8
-3
11
-63
-192
-271
79
-243
-40
69
19
-29
-99
-30
-36
-36
0
105
3
20
82
-218
-24
-194
184
14
170
-32
-176
-0.59%
0.25%
0.28%
-3.85%
-1.34%
0.36%
-0.14%
23.40%
-3.13%
-1.36%
-3.28%
1.35%
-0.45%
-0.30%
3.36%
0.25%
-1.00%
-15.42%
-8.60%
-1.42%
-1.81%
0.00%
3.75%
0.31%
5.65%
5.52%
-1.12%
-0.28%
-1.77%
4.28%
5.91%
4.19%
-1.44%
-1.91%
75
76
Southeast Arkansas Workforce Investment Area
Industry Rankings (by NAICS Subsector)
Top 10 Growing Industries (Ranked by Net Growth)
NAICS
Code
722000
321000
452000
561000
423000
333000
999300
332000
326000
424000
NAICS Title
2014
2016
Net
Percent
Estimated
Projected
Growth Growth
Employment Employment
Food Services and Drinking Places
Wood Product Manufacturing
General Merchandise Stores
Administrative and Support Services
Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods
Machinery Manufacturing
Local Government, Excluding Education and Hospitals
Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing
Plastics and Rubber Products Manufacturing
Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods
3,655
1,562
2,227
1,400
900
1,394
2,870
1,101
408
1,039
3,820
1,679
2,308
1,479
953
1,439
2,915
1,141
436
1,067
165
117
81
79
53
45
45
40
28
28
4.51%
7.49%
3.64%
5.64%
5.89%
3.23%
1.57%
3.63%
6.86%
2.69%
Top 10 Fastest Growing Industries (Ranked by Percent (%) Growth)
NAICS
Code
NAICS Title
451000
485000
321000
326000
423000
551000
561000
713000
444000
722000
Sporting Goods, Hobby, Book, and Music Stores
Transit and Ground Passenger Transportation
Wood Product Manufacturing
Plastics and Rubber Products Manufacturing
Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods
Management of Companies and Enterprises
Administrative and Support Services
Amusement, Gambling, and Recreation Industries
Building Material and Garden Equipment and Supplies Dealers
Food Services and Drinking Places
2014
2016
Net
Percent
Estimated
Projected
Growth Growth
Employment Employment
201
115
1,562
408
900
354
1,400
212
503
3,655
219
125
1,679
436
953
374
1,479
223
528
3,820
18
10
117
28
53
20
79
11
25
165
8.96%
8.70%
7.49%
6.86%
5.89%
5.65%
5.64%
5.19%
4.97%
4.51%
Top 5 Declining Industries (Ranked by Net Growth)
NAICS
Code
NAICS Title
999100
311000
322000
221000
622000
Federal Government, Excluding Post Office
Food Manufacturing
Paper Manufacturing
Utilities
Hospitals
2014
2016
Net
Estimated
Projected
Growth
Employment Employment
1,655
3,123
3,633
642
2,749
1,471
2,954
3,533
543
2,667
-184
-169
-100
-99
-82
Percent
Growth
-11.12%
-5.41%
-2.75%
-15.42%
-2.98%
Top 5 Fastest Declining Industries (Ranked by Percent (%) Growth) (Minimum Decline of 5)
NAICS
Code
NAICS Title
221000
999100
517000
237000
327000
Utilities
Federal Government, Excluding Post Office
Telecommunications
Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction
Nonmetallic Mineral Product Manufacturing
2014
2016
Net
Estimated
Projected
Growth
Employment Employment
642
1,655
167
529
183
543
1,471
149
473
164
-99
-184
-18
-56
-19
Percent
Growth
-15.42%
-11.12%
-10.78%
-10.59%
-10.38%
77
78
Southeast Arkansas Workforce Investment Area
2014-2016 Occupational Projections by Major Group
SOC
Code
00-0000
11-0000
13-0000
15-0000
17-0000
19-0000
21-0000
23-0000
25-0000
27-0000
29-0000
31-0000
33-0000
35-0000
37-0000
39-0000
41-0000
43-0000
45-0000
47-0000
49-0000
51-0000
53-0000
SOC Title
Total, All Occupations
Management Occupations
Business and Financial Operations Occupations
Computer and Mathematical Occupations
Architecture and Engineering Occupations
Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations
Community and Social Service Occupations
Legal Occupations
Education, Training, and Library Occupations
Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media Occupations
Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations
Healthcare Support Occupations
Protective Service Occupations
Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations
Building and Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance Occupations
Personal Care and Service Occupations
Sales and Related Occupations
Office and Administrative Support Occupations
Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Occupations
Construction and Extraction Occupations
Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Occupations
Production Occupations
Transportation and Material Moving Occupations
2014
Estimated
Employment
2016
Projected
Employment
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
Annual
OpeningsGrowth
Annual
OpeningsReplacement
Annual
OpeningsTotal
80,072
7,946
2,024
500
553
696
1,601
345
5,164
552
4,050
3,346
3,001
4,759
1,813
2,600
6,565
10,339
1,667
2,576
4,173
9,679
6,123
79,601
7,936
1,994
488
523
653
1,590
346
5,159
549
3,975
3,310
3,014
4,902
1,823
2,599
6,595
10,207
1,639
2,531
4,132
9,534
6,102
-471
-10
-30
-12
-30
-43
-11
1
-5
-3
-75
-36
13
143
10
-1
30
-132
-28
-45
-41
-145
-21
-0.59%
-0.13%
-1.48%
-2.40%
-5.42%
-6.18%
-0.69%
0.29%
-0.10%
-0.54%
-1.85%
-1.08%
0.43%
3.00%
0.55%
-0.04%
0.46%
-1.28%
-1.68%
-1.75%
-0.98%
-1.50%
-0.34%
252
8
4
2
1
0
1
1
10
2
1
2
10
76
7
8
34
8
3
8
14
36
16
1,792
134
37
7
12
20
34
5
104
10
76
60
74
176
34
40
236
228
40
44
94
187
139
2,044
142
41
9
13
20
35
6
114
12
77
62
84
252
41
48
270
236
43
52
108
223
155
Southeast Arkansas Workforce Investment Area
Occupational Rankings
Top 10 Growing Occupations (Ranked by Net Growth)
SOC
Code
35-3021
41-2031
35-2011
53-3032
33-9032
35-3031
39-9021
51-7041
11-9013
41-4012
SOC Title
Combined Food Preparation and Serving Workers, Including
Fast Food
Retail Salespersons
Cooks, Fast Food
Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers
Security Guards
Waiters and Waitresses
Personal Care Aides
Sawing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Wood
Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers
Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except
Technical and Scientific Products
2014
Estimated
Employment
2016
Projected
Employment
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
Annual
OpeningsGrowth
Annual
OpeningsReplacement
Annual
OpeningsTotal
1,461
1,538
77
5.27%
38
70
108
1,877
761
1,360
592
321
1,389
152
4,751
1,914
779
1,375
606
333
1,401
164
4,762
37
18
15
14
12
12
12
11
1.97%
2.37%
1.10%
2.36%
3.74%
0.86%
7.89%
0.23%
18
9
8
7
6
6
6
6
69
15
20
8
16
8
4
75
87
24
28
15
22
14
10
81
540
551
11
2.04%
6
10
16
Top 10 Fastest Growing Occupations (Ranked by Percent (%) Growth) (Minimum Net Growth of 5)
SOC
Code
49-3041
51-7041
35-3021
51-4041
35-3031
35-2011
33-9032
41-4012
41-2031
49-9041
SOC Title
Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians
Sawing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Wood
Combined Food Preparation and Serving Workers, Including
Fast Food
Machinists
Waiters and Waitresses
Cooks, Fast Food
Security Guards
Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except
Technical and Scientific Products
Retail Salespersons
Industrial Machinery Mechanics
2014
Estimated
Employment
2016
Projected
Employment
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
Annual
OpeningsGrowth
Annual
OpeningsReplacement
Annual
OpeningsTotal
113
152
123
164
10
12
8.85%
7.89%
5
6
3
4
8
10
1,461
1,538
77
5.27%
38
70
108
118
321
761
592
123
333
779
606
5
12
18
14
4.24%
3.74%
2.37%
2.36%
2
6
9
7
2
16
15
8
4
22
24
15
540
551
11
2.04%
6
10
16
1,877
651
1,914
661
37
10
1.97%
1.54%
18
5
69
18
87
23
79
80
Top 10 Occupations by Total Annual Openings (Top 10)
SOC
Code
41-2011
35-3021
41-2031
11-9013
53-7062
33-3012
43-9061
41-1011
53-3032
43-5081
SOC Title
Cashiers
Combined Food Preparation and Serving Workers, Including
Fast Food
Retail Salespersons
Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers
Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand
Correctional Officers and Jailers
Office Clerks, General
First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers
Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers
Stock Clerks and Order Fillers
2014
Estimated
Employment
2016
Projected
Employment
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
Annual
OpeningsGrowth
Annual
OpeningsReplacement
Annual
OpeningsTotal
2,107
2,084
-23
-1.09%
0
113
113
1,461
1,538
77
5.27%
38
70
108
1,877
4,751
1,521
1,697
1,850
1,112
1,360
851
1,914
4,762
1,525
1,693
1,811
1,120
1,375
845
37
11
4
-4
-39
8
15
-6
1.97%
0.23%
0.26%
-0.24%
-2.11%
0.72%
1.10%
-0.71%
18
6
2
0
0
4
8
0
69
75
48
44
38
24
20
27
87
81
50
44
38
28
28
27
2014
Estimated
Employment
2016
Projected
Employment
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
Annual
OpeningsGrowth
Annual
OpeningsReplacement
Annual
OpeningsTotal
1,850
1,491
2,107
1,114
1,811
1,465
2,084
1,092
-39
-26
-23
-22
-2.11%
-1.74%
-1.09%
-1.97%
0
0
0
0
38
26
113
19
38
26
113
19
420
398
-22
-5.24%
0
4
4
Top 5 Declining Occupations (Ranked by Net Growth)
SOC
Code
43-9061
31-1014
41-2011
29-1141
51-4031
SOC Title
Office Clerks, General
Nursing Assistants
Cashiers
Registered Nurses
Cutting, Punching, and Press Machine Setters, Operators, and
Tenders, Metal and Plastic
Top 5 Fastest Declining Occupations (Ranked by Percent (%) Growth) (Minimum Decline of 5)
SOC
Code
51-7011
49-9051
49-2022
19-2031
51-6031
SOC Title
Cabinetmakers and Bench Carpenters
Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers
Telecommunications Equipment Installers and Repairers,
Except Line Installers
Chemists
Sewing Machine Operators
2014
Estimated
Employment
2016
Projected
Employment
Net
Growth
Percent
Growth
Annual
OpeningsGrowth
Annual
OpeningsReplacement
Annual
OpeningsTotal
35
109
30
94
-5
-15
-14.29%
-13.76%
0
0
0
4
0
4
57
50
-7
-12.28%
0
1
1
115
73
103
66
-12
-7
-10.43%
-9.59%
0
0
3
0
3
0