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For tech companies to thrive and grow, there needs to be a readily available workforce with the skill set needed.
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These knowledge workers can work at any type of company, but they have skills that make them attractive to the tech sector.
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Knowledge workers are those whose occupations fall into one of the following broad categories:
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Computer and mathematical
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Architecture and engineering
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Life, physical, and social science
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Management
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Education
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Health care
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Knowledge workers account for approximately 31 million persons in the U.S. and 20% of the workforce. In the highest ranked cities,
knowledge workers account for up to 35% of the labor force.
SHARE OF WORKFORCE IN KNOWLEDGE OCCUPATIONS
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Knowledge Workers
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5%
10%
15%
20%
25%
30%
35%
40%