Career Grades by Region
The latest occupational projections show the estimated employment growth and openings for more than 800 occupations in Missouri statewide and by region. Career Grades are a tool to help make comparisons between those occupations. Each occupation is assigned a letter grade from A+ to F based on its outlook over the next decade. Grades are based on a combination of projected total job openings, projected percent growth, and current average wages. Click on the link to see Career Grades Summaries for Missouri and each region.
Gross Domestic Product by County
The broadest measure of economic activity is gross domestic product (GDP). According to estimates from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Missouri ranked 21st nationally among states in total gross domestic product in 2023. Within Missouri, the top five counties for total GDP contribution were St. Louis County, Jackson County, St. Louis City, St. Charles County, and Greene County.
