Energy Workforce's latest job report shows market adjustments within U.S. energy sector

The Energy Workforce & Technology Council has released its monthly jobs report, analyzing employment trends within the U.S. energy services sector for January 2025. Based on preliminary data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and analysis conducted by EWTC, total jobs in the sector were reported at 630,087, reflecting a downward adjustment of 7,303 positions compared to December.

As is typical at the beginning of a new year, significant corrections to BLS data provided a clearer picture of labor market trends, indicating that job growth in 2024 was weaker than previously estimated across the United States. The broader labor market remains strong, with the national unemployment rate dipping to 4%—a positive signal for continued economic stability.

“The energy services sector is the backbone of American prosperity, driving innovation, job creation, and energy security,” said Energy Workforce President Molly Determan. “With Energy Secretary Chris Wright and Interior Secretary Doug Burgum leading efforts to prioritize domestic production and streamline industry regulations, we have a tremendous opportunity to unleash American energy like never before. We are encouraged and excited to see the momentum behind this administration’s pro-growth policies, which ensures that the energy services sector will continue to thrive, providing high-quality jobs and securing America’s energy future.”

State-by-state breakdown

• TX          307,042
• LA          52,612
• OK         47,950
• CO        25,582
• NM        23,565
• CA         23,061
• PA          22,809
• ND         19,596
• WY        14,618
• OH        10,459
• AK          9,766
• WV        9,640